Test Engineer

Job Requirements Review and analyze assigned test requests to determine if the laboratory has the capability to perform the test Confer with requesting activity to establish a common interpretation of test specifications and establish clear test objectives Designate test facilities, methods, procedures, timing and equipment Provide test quotes as requested Upload POs when needed Coordinate / direct the building of fixtures (if required) for use in testing Direct the fabrication of special instrumentation or adapt existing testing facilities to accommodate new requirements Issue or modify work instructions as needed Conduct / monitor tests and equipment Work with technicians to resolve any issues and ensure test fidelity Analyze test results Document all scope changes within the TR (from sample size / set points changes / etc.) Issue test results to the customer in the requested format Use VLIMS to document the test process (equipment, DM, personnel, timing, cost, results, etc.) May direct the activities of other engineers or technical personnel assigned to assist Address test equipment issues (conduct root cause and corrective action analysis) Use TETM data base to document test / equipment issues as well as test / equipment improvements Safety: Ensure operations comply with corporate safety standards Provide and maintain a clean, safe work environment for all employees Manage activities so that hazards are assessed and risks eliminated wherever possible Require employees use appropriate protection and prevention measures Quality: Ensure all testing is conducted in compliance with applicable quality standards A2LA accredited testing to be performed in accordance with ISO / IEC 17025 All testing to be performed in accordance with ISO / TS 16949 Ensure that equipment and instrumentation have the necessary quality and calibration checks Ensure proper use of critical consumables Support the development of the R&E Test Services quality system Support or direct proficiency testing Maintain any / all records required to demonstrate compliance with the quality system Responsibility and the authority for the management of Non-Conforming testing including halting testing and / or withholding test reports, as necessary Test Development: Assist with development of non-standard tests Recommend and implement new methods and / or capital investments to improve the efficiency or quality of the lab operations Define hardware and software requirements for new equipment Participate in the development of testing programs Write specifications and projects for new equipment Job Qualifications Experience: 3 years of prior experience in an engineering or senior technician / technologist role required - with automotive component and subsystem testing and/or validation experience preferred Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering Desired Competencies, Experience, & Qualifications: Knowledge of mechanical and / or electrical concepts Understanding of Automotive Validation Requirements preferred Ability to work well with others, exhibiting teamwork skills Ability to multitask by handling diverse assignments concurrently Strong written and oral communication skills Some instrumentation knowledge with a preference for candidates with PLC programming experience General computer knowledge (MS Office, MS Project) Basic data acquisition and control system knowledge Reliance One, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.