What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Engineer position at Geotek?
Job Summary
GEOTEK, a market leader in high-performance, engineered pultruded composite structural solutions, is looking for high-potential, highly motivated engineers to join our engineering team. As a Test Engineer, you will support testing activities for both new and existing products in all areas of our business. Working in partnership with other engineers, you will design fixturing including preparation of 3D CAD models and drawings in SolidWorks, instrumentation of test articles and set-up data acquisition, test article and fixture set-up, use engineering analysis to interpret data and results, prepare test plans/reports and other engineering documentation, and other engineering duties as assigned. Ideal candidates will be hands-on, problem solvers, highly motivated and driven, detail oriented, self-starters, and capable of multi-tasking and managing and prioritizing work. Previous internship experience is considered highly desirable. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and growing engineering team in the composites field where you will gain valuable experience and opportunities to grow and develop as an engineer!
Key areas of responsibility are:
- Prepare test plans and reports
- Set-up tests, including fixtures, instrumentation, and test articles; Physically move/manipulate test articles and equipment.
- Design fixtures and conduct structural analysis using SolidWorks CAD and engineering calculations
- Review and analyze data and test results (including statistical analysis) to form conclusions.
- Prepare and write test procedures
- Support test lab management and equipment maintenance by supporting instrumentation calibration and other duties as assigned.
- Prepare 3D models, parts, and assemblies in SolidWorks
- Prepare engineering drawings with GD&T per ANSI Y14.5
- Perform tolerance stack-up analysis
- Support the new product development process by preparing quote packages, procuring prototypes, supporting production, and other duties as assigned
- Become familiar with the electrical power distribution and transmission industry in North America and also worldwide, with focus on overhead wire structural products.
- Provide technical consultation to Operations and Manufacturing, as well as our external customer on our existing and new products and product performance.
- Assesses business needs and makes recommendations for new products, upgrades, and/or hardware to optimize efficiency.
Qualifications:
- Four year Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Composites, Civil, or Materials preferred); Min. GPA: 3.5/4.0
- Strong desire for structures, materials, or composites engineering.
- Strong desire for hands-on product development and testing.
- Internship or professional experience with a focus on product testing/development in composites is highly desired.
- Must be a problem solver, hands-on, self-motivated, self-starting, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects or tasks simultaneously and prioritize accordingly.
- Familiarity with common materials, coatings, and manufacturing processes, such as steels, aluminum, sheet metal, plastics, machining, welding, painting, metal forming, casting, heat treating, etc.
- SolidWorks experience with 3D modeling of parts, assemblies, and drawings with GD&T per ANSI Y14.5; Formal GD&T training desirable
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral) is essential, including ability to develop and deliver messaging efficiently. Ability to work with different levels of staff from line workers to managers throughout the organization is highly desirable
- Must work well independently as well as with others in a team environment
- Must be able to stand, lift, use manual tools (wrenches, etc), and power tools (electric drill, impact driver, etc).
- Experience with MS Office
- Detail oriented and organized to ensure accuracy and quality
- Must adhere to all corporate policies and procedures
- Must remain flexible as priorities changes
Physical Work Conditions
Time should be split between test labs and the office or meeting rooms ranging anywhere from 25% to 75% in engineering labs. While working in the labs there will be work with and around moving machinery, fumes and chemicals. Office work requires sitting at a desk, using a computer and phone.
The compensation range for this position is $64,579 - $88,796. Final offers may vary based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The posted range represents the expected earning potential for this position within the current organizational budget and market conditions
Who We Are
For over 30 years, GEOTEK has been internationally recognized for industry leading composite technologies, engineering, and service. The company has grown PUPI® into the leading global provider of fiberglass crossarms and is committed to adding and developing other market-leading composite brands for the world’s infrastructure. The company was founded in 1990 to manufacture and market Common Sense Fencing and other pultruded fiberglass products. Early on GEOTEK also began producing utility composite crossarms for Pultruded Utility Products, Inc., a company it acquired in 2000 and renamed Pultruded Utility Products International (PUPI) to reflect the global opportunity for these products. PUPI (pronounced “puppy”) is a brand of GEOTEK. Using proprietary processes and several patented inventions, GEOTEK manufactures and distributes engineered fiberglass composites that are used by the transmission and distribution power lines and substations. The company is well positioned for sustained growth and profitability through market expansion and new product offerings.
Our Purpose
As the global leader in composite crossarms, we aim to broaden our engineered composite products in infrastructure applications with light poles and beyond.
Mission
Enhance the world’s infrastructure with engineered composite products.
Vision
Develop, acquire, and grow respected composite product brands; where each product line delivers market-leading reliability, performance, and value to global infrastructure customers.
Values
TRUE Values
- TEAM –we before me
- RELIABLE –every day in every way
- URGENT –the drive to do
- ENTERPRISING –be curious
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Ancillary Benefits
- Generous PTO and 9 paid holidays
- 401k with 4% company match
- HSA employer contribution
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Profit Sharing
- Company Events (steak cookouts, holiday parties, community giving, and more)
Learn more at GEOTEK.com
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Salary : $64,579 - $88,796
