Quality/Test Engineer

RFA Engineering

$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • Entry-level and experienced candidates are welcome.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Proven track record of meeting deadlines.
  • Ability to work effectively in team settings.
  • Willingness to travel (up to 10%).

Responsibilities

  • Support quality, validation, and testing for engine and off-highway equipment.
  • Develop and execute test plans and procedures.
  • Collect and analyze test data to assess product performance.
  • Investigate product and system failures through root cause analysis.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering to address quality issues.
  • Participate in product improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
  • Create and maintain documentation for tests and quality records.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Virtual Healthcare through TelaDoc
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance (Company Paid/Supplemental)
  • Long-Term Disability (Company Paid)
  • Retirement Savings Account (401k & Roth 401k)
  • Education Assistance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Full Job Description
We are seeking an entry level to experienced candidate to become an integral part of our engineering team. The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff using state-of-the-art engineering tools & processes. This position will operate onsite at our customer's world-class engineering and manufacturing facilities.

This is a full-time position with a full benefit package listed below that includes opportunities for professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization.

Quality/Test Engineer

The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff supporting quality, validation, testing, reliability, and continuous improvement activities associated with engines, powertrain systems, cast components, and off-highway construction and mining equipment. Work may involve laboratory testing, machine testing, failure analysis, root cause investigations, product validation, manufacturing quality support, and supplier quality activities. The work will be highly collaborative with engineering, manufacturing, validation, quality, and supplier teams.

Responsibilities
  • Support quality, validation, and testing activities for engine, powertrain, and off-highway equipment programs.
  • Develop and execute test plans, test procedures, and validation activities.
  • Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to evaluate product performance, reliability, and durability.
  • Investigate product, component, and system failures and perform root cause analysis.
  • Support prototype, pilot, and production build activities.
  • Work with engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams to resolve quality concerns.
  • Support APQP activities, FMEA development, and product validation processes.
  • Participate in product improvement, cost reduction, and product health initiatives.
  • Support reliability, durability, and performance testing activities.
  • Create and maintain test documentation, reports, and quality records.
  • Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to implement corrective and preventive actions.
  • Support factory operations through troubleshooting and quality improvement activities.
  • Travel to supplier or customer sites pending project needs (up to ~10%).

Requirements
  • Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
  • Entry level candidates and experienced candidates will be considered.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication both written and verbal.
  • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments.
  • Ability to thrive in a team environment.
  • Ability to travel (less than 10% of time).

Desired Attributes
  • Experience with APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning).
  • Experience with FMEA, root cause analysis, and corrective action processes.
  • Experience with validation, testing, reliability, or quality engineering activities.
  • Experience with data collection and test data analysis.
  • Experience supporting manufacturing operations and production environments.
  • Experience with quality systems and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Exposure to engines, powertrain systems, off-road equipment, heavy machinery, or industrial products.
  • Experience working with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
  • Desire to work in an engineering environment focused on product quality, reliability, and performance.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Pay Range: $70,000-$95,000 - Commensurate with experience

Competitive Benefits
  • Health and Dental Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • TelaDoc: Virtual Health Care
  • Vision Insurance
  • Company Paid / Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Long-Term Disability
  • Supplemental Short-Term Disability
  • Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
  • Flexible Spending Plan Dependent Care
  • Bonus Plan (Exempt Employees Only)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Education Assistance

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