Test Engineer

JOB SUMMARY:

The Test Engineer is a technical specialist who supports customers and internal teams through fastener application analysis, joint design recommendations, and laboratory testing. This role is responsible for day-to-day laboratory operations, performing torque-tension, ultrasonic, fatigue, and corrosion testing, and preparing detailed engineering reports for customer communication, PPAP submissions, and new product validation. The position serves as a key technical resource for OEM and Tier-1 applications, helping ensure robust joint performance through best-in-class testing, analysis, and documentation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Technical Application Engineering

• Understand customer application requirements, joint design parameters, and performance targets
• Provide fastener technical support, including product selection, torque specification guidance, joint analysis, and print reviews
• Support Sales Application Engineers during technical customer meetings, presentations, and engineering reviews

Laboratory Testing & Analysis

• Perform a full range of fastener tests, including: Torque–tension testing, Ultrasonic clamp load measurement, Fatigue and durability testing, salt spray and corrosion resistance testing
• Analyze and interpret test results, identify root causes, and recommend corrective or design actions
• Prepare clear, structured, and professional laboratory reports for internal and external customers

Laboratory Operations Management

• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient laboratory environment
• Manage calibration schedules, equipment readiness, and preventive maintenance activities
• Develop, improve, and maintain testing procedures, documentation standards, and laboratory workflows
• Manage sample inventory and test scheduling

Customer & Cross-Functional Support

• Support customer visits, audits, and technical reviews related to laboratory capabilities and testing
• Assist internal engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams with feasibility reviews, PPAP readiness, and new product validation
• Participate in customer or plant-site troubleshooting activities requiring advanced testing or technical expertise

Market & Technology Awareness

• Stay current on fastener testing methods, material technologies, coatings, and emerging industry standards
• Provide internal feedback on market trends and customer requirements that impact product design or testing needs

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred
• 1–5 years of engineering, testing, or laboratory experience in automotive, fasteners, or mechanical components
• Strong understanding of mechanical testing, metallurgy fundamentals, torque–tension principles, and joint design
• Ability to produce clear, professional, data-driven technical reports
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and laboratory discipline
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience with ultrasonic measurement systems, fatigue testing equipment, or corrosion chambers preferred
• Ability to communicate technical findings effectively to customers and internal teams
• Willingness to travel occasionally to customer or manufacturing locations as required.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.