nVent · 1 day ago
Lab Test Engineer
Anoka, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$63K/yr - $117K/yr
4+ years expnVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions, and they are seeking a Lab Test Engineer to lead lab expansion projects and oversee lab operations. The role involves managing lab technicians, developing test protocols, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards.
Electrical DistributionElectronicsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead planning and execution of large lab expansion and remodeling projects to increase lab capacity and velocity
Direct the activities of lab technicians and/or interns as needed to increase efficiency of lab
Assume ownership of lab equipment purchasing, installation and regular maintenance and calibration program
Develop and maintain equipment operating procedures and train lab technicians and Engineering team on safe use of equipment
Research and develop test protocols and lab work instructions (SOP’s) to test nVent products using relevant test standards
Hands on involvement in requirement analysis, test case design, test data preparation, and test execution
Assist lab technicians with diagnosing product testing or test equipment failures
Working in an 3rd party accredited test laboratory with a team of skilled Lab Technicians and Design Engineers
Responsible for staying up to date with relevant engineering/ testing standards
Ensure accuracy and consistency of test data with a goal of zero defective results
Conceptualize and analyze test setups, methods and conditions based on specific needs of customers
Implement scheduled evaluation (PM and calibration) of test equipment used for various environmental conditions
Implement changes such as development of test management suite to reduce company costs with no degradation of quality
Identify, assess and actively lead lab risks and/or issues
Assist with development and management of lab capital budgets, ensure budgets are met
Responsibility to create capital expense approvals for new test equipment & test equipment repair
Perform other technical job functions related to lab and/or design engineering as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
Prior experience in ISO 17025 certified lab environment required
Strong mechanical and electrical competence, enjoys hands-on work as well as lab equipment programming work assignments
Detail-oriented work habits capable of making observations and communicating them verbally or in writing to internal stakeholders
Methodical and focused approach to document test system wiring diagrams, use instructions, flow maps of key lab processes and troubleshooting diagrams
Competency with test systems software (for example, LabVIEW) and able to contribute to test algorithms
Excellent data analysis and troubleshooting skills to resolve test equipment anomalies and the knowledge to discern the best course of action considering regulatory compliance and repair costs
Experience with test equipment calibrations to comply with accreditation requirements
Familiarity with ISO 9001 and 17025 quality systems and auditing processes
EPA 608 certification required or should be willing to obtain one within 3 months of start date
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
4 years' experience preferred, in industry and a similar role
Working knowledge in PID's and programable logic controllers preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.
Company
nVent
nVent is an electronics manufacturing firm that specializes in providing electrical connection and protection solutions to customers.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$500M2023-04-24Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2018-04-20IPO
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Chief Executive Officer
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