What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Lab Engineer - Quality position at Michael Page?
- Highly Competitive Compensation (Base, Bonus, ESOP, More!)
- Stable organization in the Automotive and Heavy Industrial Sector
Our client is a leading manufacturer of various output alternators and power management solutions for automotive, industrial, and military applications. Located in the near northern suburbs of Chicago, they have seen steady business growth and are looking to bolster their test engineering laboratory for customer satisfaction.
Job Description
- Conduct testing on advanced automotive electrical system components.
- Create detailed test plans and comprehensive test reports.
- Keep precise and organized records of all test activities and results.
- Develop and execute tests and experiments aligned with industry standards.
- Safely operate rotating and high-power testing equipment.
- Design and build specialized test fixtures and equipment.
- Work closely with Design Engineering, Quality Assurance, and customers.
- Apply knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE) and Accelerated Life Testing (HALT).
- Plan and carry out formal qualification and first-article functional testing.
- Improve and innovate processes to expand testing capabilities and capacity.
- Coordinate with third-party laboratories for specialized testing beyond in-house capabilities.
The Successful Applicant
- ITAR Compliance Required
- Software/IT Testing NOT APPLICABLE
- Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Degree
- 5 years of experience in product testing, ideally in an automotive setting
- Experience with DAQ (Data Acquisition), specific experience with LabView strongly preferred
- Strong analytical and problem solving abilities
- Experience with military and automotive performance and testing standards preferred
- Experience with Script Programming a plus
- Experience with simulation tools such as PSpice, Matlab or Simulink preferred
- Base salary up to around $140,000 depending on experience and interviews
- Discretionary bonus plan
- World class health/medical/dental insurance
- 401k and roth IRA plans with match
- ESOP plan
- Ancillary benefits
- PTO
- Holiday closures
Quote job ref: JN-042026-7003357
Salary : $80,000 - $140,000