NEWPORT ยท 5 days ago
Product Test Engineer
Carlsbad, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $98K/yrNewport is the leading innovator in next-generation electric small boat systems, delivering unrivaled experiences on the water for more than a decade. The Product Test Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring products meet quality, safety, and performance standards, validating electric propulsion products for real-world marine environments, and supporting product launches and ongoing production.
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Responsibilities
Design, execute, and document validation testing on prototypes and production samples across multiple stages of the product development lifecycle
Develop test specifications and procedures for both lab and field testing, evaluating materials and assemblies, and ensuring products perform safely and reliably in marine conditions such as saltwater, freshwater, heat, vibration, and sustained load
Own quality control and quality assurance activities related to testing and inspections, including managing third-party testing and pre-shipment inspections
Define inspection criteria, acceptable tolerances, and pass/fail conditions, as well as build repeatable processes that ensure consistent factory execution and catch issues before products ship
Support cross-functional teams by answering product-related technical questions, reviewing test data and field feedback, and contributing to certification and compliance efforts
Align validation testing with marine safety standards, support documentation requirements, and collaborate with engineering and operations teams to address issues identified during testing or production
Qualification
Required
Hands-on test or quality engineer with experience validating electromechanical products
Strong foundation in electrical systems and product testing methodologies
Comfortable creating, executing, and documenting test plans
Detail-oriented with a high bar for quality, safety, and reliability
Able to work within structured processes while taking initiative when issues arise
Effective at written communication, including test reports and technical documentation
Collaborative across engineering, operations, and quality teams
Familiar with manufacturing environments, suppliers, and third-party inspections
Motivated by ensuring products perform reliably in real-world use
Based near Carlsbad, CA (or willing to relocate), with availability for in-office work and occasional travel
Company
NEWPORT
Forget the traditional gas-powered outboard, the way forward is electric with a motor so clean and light, you can skip the line at the pump and the boat ramp.
Founded in 2008
11-50 employees
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