Test Engineer, II

Test Engineer, II - Dearborn, MI

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Link Engineering Company (LINK) is a premier designer and manufacturer of precision test equipment, we specialize in developing customized solutions for Automotive, Aviation, Off-Highway, Rail and Civil Engineering industries. We are headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, and maintain testing laboratories, manufacturing, and support facilities around the globe.

Established in 1935, we have been a family-owned company for generations, we treat our customers and employees as if they are part of our family. We set our employees up for success, as they are given constant opportunities to learn and develop new skills. As many of our team members have been with LINK for a generation or more, the LINK team is equipped with a wealth of knowledge, providing decades of hands-on experience and out-of-the box thinking to OEM's and suppliers everywhere.

We are looking for a talented Test Engineer, II who will be responsible for performing standardized laboratory testing with internal project engineers and the laboratory team. You will support, develop, document, and analyze product quality and performance. Engineering knowledge and organizational skills are required to produce accurate, reliable, technical, and timely data for the Customer.

Main Responsibilities:

• Technical responsibility for organizing and executing customer jobs

• Analyze test results and provide engineering reports that meet customer specifications

• Responsibility for acting independently on technical matters pertaining to the test engineering field

• Read and understand test specifications for inertia dynamometer, vehicle, and component bench testing projects

• Monitor tests in progress to ensure they are running to specification

• Act as a liaison with internal Customers with responsibility for acting independently on technical matters pertaining to the test engineering field.

• Calculate inertia, wheel load, and max RPM required for the test

• Use a Windows based computer system to access relevant test procedures and quality system documents, enter measurement data, store, and retrieve files from the network, etc.

• Write and troubleshoot scripts

• Run manual brake applies on a dyno

• Champion production, quality, and safety with countermeasure activities

• Interaction with Project Engineer to obtain testing parameters, stage tests, report test results

• Work with the laboratory staff to ensure quality testing

• Communicate project needs to maintain organization and privacy of customer parts

• Ensure work is performed in a safe manner using all available safety equipment

• All other related duties as assigned

• Possess mental faculties consistent with performing the minimum requirements of the job

• Adhere and perform all duties aligned with the core values of the LINK Group organization, Can-Do Attitude, Courage, Commitment, Humility and Accountability

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related Associate's Degree with 3 years relevant work experience in an automotive engineering laboratory; equivalent related work experience also acceptable in lieu of education

• High School Diploma

• Experience working with ERP systems (Epicor preferred)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proven knowledge of Test Engineering, including methods, equipment, reporting, analysis, designing experiments, etc.

• Demonstrated experience being highly motivated and self-directed

• Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines

• Ability to lead complex projects

• Technical aptitude to form hypothesis, verify test methods and draw conclusions

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Strong independent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Hands-on problem solving and continuous improvement support

• Strong Microsoft Office skills

• Ability to use a computer

Physical Requirements:

• The position is located in a mixed office and test laboratory environment and will involve hands-on work. Physical activity may include lifting (up to 50lbs.), bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity or sitting for long periods of time.

• Ability to speak verbally, and read in English

• Ability to see with corrective lenses

• Ability to differentiate colors

• Ability to hear

• Ability to walk

• Ability to travel up to 10% domestically

Hazards:

• Normal hazards related to working in an office environment, manufacturing, and testing environment

• Normal hazards related to road and air travel

LINK is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

LINK is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employees to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.

Accessibility for Applicants with Disabilities: If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-734-453-0800. Please provide your contact information and details about the posted position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance for those who need accommodation with the online application process due to a disability will be returned.

Note to all Agencies / Direct Placement: LINK has a team of dedicated recruiters who are responsible for all hiring needs. Our practice is to partner and work with our approved vendors only and on an as-needed basis. LINK has identified and finalized our list of preferred vendors and the review process has been closed. We do not accept resumes from recruiting agencies that are not a preferred vendor, have not been authorized or approved by Corporate Recruiting to partner on a position and have not signed LINK's vendor agreement. Any resumes submitted from unapproved vendors will be considered unsolicited, and LINK will not be obligated to pay a referral fee.