Associate Senior Engineer - Vibration

Interested in future career opportunities in the product testing industry? Would you like to work for a Global organization that helps make the world a safer place? Intertek is actively seeking a Senior Associate Engineer to join our Vibration team in Plymouth, Michigan. By joining Intertek, your contributions will be valued as we continue to help the world Build Back Ever Better. 

Our Value Proposition – We Offer: 

• Competitive salary and benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) with company match
• A team that values diversity and inclusion to drive a corporate culture
• Opportunities for growth through training and experience 
• Employee referral bonuses 
• Tuition reimbursement available in an applicable field 

What will you be doing?

This position is responsible for performing testing and evaluation on a variety of products to the provisions of client-provided or other national, international or industry-specific performance and durability standards or U.S., Canadian and other International product safety standards; writing reports; and communicating with clients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Conduct on site evaluation of products to determine compliance with applicable standard(s). To do this, Engineer must:
  • Read and conduct testing per provided testing standards for the EUT (equipment under test).
  • Read and understand client-provided or otherwise published performance or product safety standards.
  • Read and understand schematics and manufacturing instructions.
  • Validate the project scope and sample applicability.
  • Under scope of the project, identify and locate test instruments and equipment required for testing.
  • Create and execute project test plan.
  • Supply information for quotes such as length of project, site needed, rental equipment, samples, and standards that will be used.
  • Provide training and work instructions to technicians.  Mentor less senior technical staff.
  • Set up and operate EUT; perform and document simple repairs on EUT as needed.
  • Record and document testing process and results.
  • Provide more specialized "expertise" in one product category, i.e., become reviewer, resident expert, or obtain and maintain advanced product knowledge.
  • Conduct thorough construction review, or sample inspection as needed; document results.
  • Perform testing of products in accordance with standards. Core tests include, but are not limited to: Vibration durability, environmental performance, temperature, pressure, stability, mechanical hazard, voltage and current sources.
• Set up and operate standard test equipment including, but not limited to: Temperature/Humidity Chambers; Vibration Test Controllers; Programmable Power Supplies; PLC or other controllers; pneumatic, hydraulic or electric actuators; AC/DC power supplies and loads; oscilloscope; multi-meter; dielectric strength tester; ground continuity tester; digital multi-meter; surge generator; over-voltage tester; environmental condition chamber; and articulated probes. Use hand tools to build/calibrate test fixtures.
• Following sample handling procedures, ensure that sample is logged into and out of the system. Move equipment as needed through the facility. Properly package sample for shipment.
• Compile test results and evaluations.  Compile data and product description and type final report using established report shell.  Submit report to reviewer for final approval.
• Communicate project status and test results to client, sales personnel, and management throughout testing. Provide on-going support to clients as needed.
• Within policy guidelines, identify, properly document, and recommend engineering judgments.
• Perform other work as required

 

What qualifications do you need? 

• High School Diploma or GED and 6+ years related experience OR Associates degree in engineering or relevant technical field and 4+ years related experience.
• Must have experience with Vibration Testing.
• Demonstrated experience with Automotive (SAE, OEM specific), or International (ANSI, MIL, IEC, ISO) performance and environmental simulation test standards,  and/or U.S., Canadian, and other International product safety standards, i.e., ANSI, CSA, UL, EN, IEC preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
• Prior project management experience is a plus