Test Engineer

Title: Test Engineer

Location: Richmond, VA

Pay rate: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 (Depending on Experience)

Job Type: Direct Hire

General Description:

The selected individual will be responsible for designing and/or upgrading test apparatus (rigs/lanes/cells) as required, reducing and validating test data, tracking test severity, ensuring customer needs are being met, communicating with the Operations group to ensure productive and efficient testing, representing the Company at industry meetings and always looking for ways to improve our testing and efficiency. As a key member of the Mechanical lab, the expectation would be to take a hands-on approach to our testing and problem-solving, be an integral part of all solutions, and where applicable, lead OEMs, customers, or the industry to solutions that are technically sound while protecting Company interests and capabilities.

Responsibilities:

Design and develop tests that produce performance data to meet the objectives of internal/external customer programs.
Develop and maintain up-to-date knowledge of company technology, customer needs, market trends, and industry direction
Maintain safe work practices and adhere to all safety regulations.
Comply with all ISO and quality system requirements with an emphasis on continuous improvement
Maintain productive relationships with team members and internal and external customers.
Prepare written technical reports and make oral presentations internally and externally as necessary.

Qualifications:

BS degree in Mechanical Engineering
Minimum of two years experience in a testing environment, preferably in automotive, fuels, emissions or lubricant testing
Experience with the design, construction, and commissioning of test cells, rigs, or other research tools is highly desirable.
Intimate knowledge of vehicles, engines, and/or transmissions, and associated electronics
Solid understanding of PID control

SKILLS / ABILITIES:

Working knowledge of SI and CI engines, fuel management systems, electronic engine control, CAN communication, and basic instrumentation and test cell hardware.
Excellent project management skills (MS Project) with the ability to run projects with minimal supervision
Demonstrates effective oral and written communications skills
Demonstrates the ability to work productively in cross-functional team situations
Demonstrates effective presentation development and delivery skills
Demonstrates a customer service orientation to assignments
Demonstrates initiative
Able to tolerate multiple work interruptions and maintain focus on details
Demonstrates adequate literacy in routine computer applications
Understanding basic statistics is desirable
Able to interact effectively with employees at any level, from technician to VP
Able to prioritize and organize work effectively
Able to travel as required (up to 20%)

Subject to a pre-employment drug test and/or background check.

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What You Should Know About Test Engineer, Qualdoc

Are you ready to take your career to the next level as a Test Engineer in Richmond, VA? Join our dynamic team where you'll be at the forefront of innovation! As a Test Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and upgrading our test apparatus, which is crucial for validating test data and ensuring that we meet our customer’s needs effectively. You'll communicate closely with our Operations group to streamline testing processes and represent our company at industry meetings. We are seeking someone who not only takes a hands-on approach to problem-solving but also eagerly searches for ways to improve testing efficiency. Your insights and skills will be invaluable in developing tests that yield performance data for our internal and external customer programs. With a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least two years of experience in a testing environment, you’ll lead the charge in creating technically sound solutions in areas such as automotive, fuels, emissions, or lubricant testing. Your understanding of vehicles and associated electronics will come in handy as you design and maintain test cells and rigs. So, if you’re ready to showcase your project management skills and build productive relationships in a collaborative environment, we invite you to be part of our team!

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What does a Test Engineer do at the company in Richmond, VA?

As a Test Engineer at our Richmond, VA location, you will be responsible for designing and developing test apparatuses, validating test data, and ensuring that customer needs are met efficiently. You will play a critical role in our Mechanical lab, leading projects and collaborating with the Operations team to enhance testing methods.