Test Technician

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

Product Test Technician, Product Assurance – Colorado Springs, Colorado 

What You Will Do:

Precisely perform mechanical, electrical, and environmental tests on door hardware & access control products based on test plans, applicable standards, and customer requirements.

• Set-up test equipment according to project orders and test methods
• Competently perform product tests, adhering to all safety requirements and operational procedures
• Document and communicate test results in formal written test reports
• Deliver results on-time according to provided priorities and schedules
• Perform maintenance, 5S housekeeping, and upkeep of laboratory machines, fixtures, instruments, and facilities
• Participate in process improvement initiatives, as directed
• Communicate effectively, taking direction from Lab Manager and Test Engineers
• Collaborate and communicate with internal customers from Product Engineering
• Work well in a team structure

What You Need to Succeed:

Percentage of Travel: 0 - 5%

Years of Experience: 0 - 2

Preferred Education: 2-year technical degree in an electro-mechanical related field. Alternatively, high school diploma plus 5 years of relevant experience in a technical role, including experience performing product testing.

• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with use of standard hand and power tools
• Knowledge of mechanical and electromechanical mechanisms
• Knowledge of different types of machinery, such as pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical machines
• Ability to program or learn to program Programmable Logical Controllers (PLCs) and use pneumatic controls to exercise engineering prototype sub-assemblies
• Ability to comfortably work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to be detail-oriented and make precise adjustments to testing equipment
• Ability to follow basic installation instructions
• Ability to use electronic and mechanical measurement equipment
• Ability to assemble prototype devices, jigs, and other test fixtures
• Competence with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), including ability to author test reports

Additional Knowledge, Competencies, & Work Experience highly beneficial:

• Some limited knowledge of product lines
• Experience with laboratory or product testing
• Experience with architectural door hardware, including exposure to BHMA and UL standards
• Experience with data acquisition systems (DAQ) or HMI integration

Hours of work required: 40+ hours/week

Physical requirements: Ability to lift 35 lbs., move objects weighing 100 lbs., and use a step ladder

Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses, safety shoes, earplugs, goggles, gloves, or other PPE is required in certain areas

Environment Hazards: Working with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment, and/or some chemicals

Why Work for Us?

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if: 

You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others.  With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it”.

You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development.  As we grow, we want you to grow with us. 

You want a culture that promotes work-life balance.  Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work! 

What You’ll Get from Us:

Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy”  

Generous Vacation and Sick Time

A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, which currently offers a 6% company match and no vesting period 

Health Savings Accounts – Tax-advantaged savings account used for healthcare expenses

Flexible Spending Accounts – Tax-advantaged spending accounts for healthcare and/or dependent daycare expenses

Disability Insurance –Short-Term and Lon