Test Engineer

Overview

Our team is growing!  We are looking for a Test Engineer to add to our team!  Applicants must be skilled in laboratory and field testing.  The day-to-day activities can include designing tests for projects, interacting with clients, general instrumentation in a mixed sensor/transducer environment, fixture development, data collection and analysis, report writing, interacting with and directing technical staff, and/or collaborating with other engineering disciplines. 

This role includes work in our Test Labs in Northwest Houston and Waller, Texas.

Responsibilities

Qualified applicants will be able to work both independently and in teams to define testing needs and approaches, develop specific test plans, execute test procedures, collect and process data and write reports discussing all aspects of the testing efforts. Additionally, the Test Engineer must be able to work closely with the technical staff to produce meaningful and technically correct test data and reports while overseeing the financial costs of the project. Testing includes export controlled and security sensitive projects.  BS in engineering required, individuals will be strongly encouraged to get their MS along with PE license.

The engineer must be able to work safely and effectively in a technical environment where a variety of tools may be used simultaneously, i.e.: strain gages, pressure transducers, accelerometers, force and displacement transducers. The engineer will manage and perform data collection and signal conditioning using both Stress Engineering proprietary systems as well as other commercially available systems. Time domain and frequency domain data analysis methods are used as needed to reduce and analyze test results.  

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical or Civil engineering required, candidates with MS highly preferred
• Experience conducting tests in a lab or field environment preferred
• Must adhere to safety procedures and protocols
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English required
• Must be able to design and have test fixtures manufactured and validated
• Must have experience using computer aided design software (Solidworks, AutoCAD, etc.)
• Experience developing test plans, evaluating, and validating measured data preferred
• Proficiency using a computer/PC and Microsoft products required (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently setting up tests on mechanical test frames and other specialty equipment required
• Must be able and flexible to working overtime hours which could include occasional work after normal business hours, on weekends, or overnight (schedule is dictated by client needs)
• Mechanical aptitude, knowledge of and ability to use basic hand and power tools required
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly as needed
• Valid driver’s license required (occasional driving may be required)
• Must be able to work in USA without sponsorship or need for future sponsorship