What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechatronics Test & Validation Technician position at dormakaba Americas?
Position Overview
dormakaba is seeking a Mechatronics Test & Validation Technician based onsite in Indianapolis, IN. The Mechatronics Test & Validation Technician plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of mechanical and mechatronic products. This role contributes directly to delivering high-quality products by executing hands-on testing, developing effective validation strategies, and collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: Base Salary $70,000 - $90,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) Please visit our career site for more information on benefits.
What You Will Do
We are at the heart of every place that matters. From automatic doors to cloud-based access management – as a leading global provider in the access solutions market for schools, banks, airports, hospitals, hotels, and many more, we enable seamless movement within secure, safe, and sustainable places. With over 160 years of experience and a focus on excellence and innovation, we offer exciting opportunities to grow in an environment where you can make a real impact. At dormakaba, you are encouraged to take initiative, develop your skills, and build your career alongside 16,000 experts worldwide who are setting industry standards every day.
Work in a place where you matter – apply now!
dormakaba is seeking a Mechatronics Test & Validation Technician based onsite in Indianapolis, IN. The Mechatronics Test & Validation Technician plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of mechanical and mechatronic products. This role contributes directly to delivering high-quality products by executing hands-on testing, developing effective validation strategies, and collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: Base Salary $70,000 - $90,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) Please visit our career site for more information on benefits.
What You Will Do
- Develop and execute test plans and strategies to validate mechanical and mechatronic products against performance, reliability, safety, and regulatory requirements
- Design and build test fixtures and setups that accurately simulate real-world operating conditions
- Conduct hands-on testing of components, subsystems, and fully integrated systems using a variety of lab equipment, instrumentation, and software tools
- Analyze test data to identify defects, performance gaps, and improvement opportunities, and communicate findings clearly to engineering teams
- Develop and implement automated testing solutions and continuously improve testing processes, tools, and methodologies
- 3 years of relevant experience in mechanical or mechatronics testing or a recent engineering graduate with strong hands-on skills
- Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and basic software engineering principles
- Experience executing test plans, test methods, and documented validation procedures
- Ability to analyze test data, troubleshoot issues, and perform root-cause analysis
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics
- Experience with test automation frameworks and scripting
- Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, electronic control systems, and PLC programming
- Hands-on experience with machining, fabrication, and 3D printing of test fixtures
- Familiarity with ISO-certified processes and formal documentation standards Text
- Taking Care of our Employees on Day One with Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance coverage options. No waiting periods!
- Your health is our priority, we offer Medical Wellness Programs to aid in your well-being
- Vacation and Personal Time Off
- We support your growing family; we provide Parental Leave for Moms and Dads!
- Wisely plan for your future with our 401k Matching plan beginning on Day One
- Discover your best attributes using CliftonStrengths to pave the way for success at dormakaba
- Supporting your career development with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Robust culture supporting internal advancement with our Learn and Grow Program
- 24/7 access to over 15,000 LinkedIn Learning courses to assist in your professional development and to expand on your individual interests.
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Voluntary Legal Insurance
- Unlimited Referral Reward Bonuses
- Corporate Discounts for shopping, travel and more!
We are at the heart of every place that matters. From automatic doors to cloud-based access management – as a leading global provider in the access solutions market for schools, banks, airports, hospitals, hotels, and many more, we enable seamless movement within secure, safe, and sustainable places. With over 160 years of experience and a focus on excellence and innovation, we offer exciting opportunities to grow in an environment where you can make a real impact. At dormakaba, you are encouraged to take initiative, develop your skills, and build your career alongside 16,000 experts worldwide who are setting industry standards every day.
Work in a place where you matter – apply now!
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000