Fike Corporation · 11 hours ago
Fire Protection Test Engineer 1
Blue Springs, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expFike Corporation is a rapidly growing international manufacturer of pressure relief, explosion protection, fire suppression and detection equipment. They are seeking a Fire Protection Test Engineer 1 to conduct testing and validation of new Fire Protection concepts and products, ensuring project goals are met within timeframes and budgets.
ManufacturingPublic Safety
Responsibilities
Performs fire suppression testing and thermal runaway management system testing in support of new product development and certification activities
Assigned as laboratory representative in cross-functional Fire Protection Technology activities
Participates in the development of technical requirements for product technical specifications
Supports the definition of full-scale test requirements for all fire protection product and application development projects, as well as fire phenomena research testing
Provides accurate and comprehensive analysis and documentation of large-scale and laboratory-scale tests of new Fire Protection concepts, products, processes, and applications
Provides objective validation that new product qualification test results meet established project identification performance requirements
Works closely with laboratory technical/technician resources to accomplish required test programs
Provides budgetary feedback in establishing fiscal plans for testing and development activities
Provides written updates and supports discussions on key test activities
Documents test program setup and results in comprehensive technical test reports
Participates in execution of test programs to ensure schedules and cost targets are met
Analyzes and provides feedback on proposed test plans and participates in test plan development
Assists in the identification of all necessary tooling, materials, hardware, and other items as required to support established test programs
Performs engineering calculations for test equipment mechanical integrity and safety
Identifies data requirements, coordinates data acquisition, and formats data for further analysis
Actively participates in test execution and problem solving
Understands and operates all related test equipment
Understands full range of current test capabilities and limitations
Maintains knowledge of new and emerging test capabilities and recommends changes
Maintains the confidentiality of all information processed
Performs related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
Two years of post-degree experience in mechanical design and validation
Comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles, concepts, practices and theories
Experience with CAD
Preferred
Small-signal electrical measurement understanding
Instrumentation and controls knowledge
Benefits
Three Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) pro-rated the first year & Paid Holidays
Medical Plans with FSA & HSA, Vision & Dental Plan
Paid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
401(k) and Roth 401(k) Plan with Company Match Fully Vested on Day One!
Profit Sharing Bonus Program
Education Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
On-Site Fitness Center & Award Winning Wellness Program
Reimbursement for Safety Shoes & Glasses
Service awards & Recognition Program
Company Picnic, Quarterly Events and Holiday Lunch
Free Coffee/Tea, Lunch Utensils, Lunch Room Mini-mart, Free Parking
Company
Fike Corporation
Fike is the experienced, trusted global expert in rupture disc technologies, explosion protection, fire alarm systems and fire suppression solutions.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brad Batz
President & CEO
Richard Winston
Chief Legal Officer, Executive Vice President & Corporate Secretary
Recent News
2025-04-04
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