Test Engineering

Armstrong Fluid Technology; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Armstrong Fluid Technology, headquartered in Scarborough, Ontario, is seeking a Test Engineer to verify pump performance through lab tests, prototype assembly, data collection, and documentation. You will support in evaluating equipment performance, generating accurate data for engineering teams, and tracking malfunctioning equipment.

The role focuses on setting up tests, interpreting diagrams and drawings, and maintaining calibrated instruments, with collaboration across engineering and shop

Qualifications

• Technical degree or diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 1-2 years of experience working with hydronic pumps and system testing.
• Machine Shop or Product Assembly experience in pump-related industries.
• Basic electrical wiring knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to use the required measuring equipment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and AutoCAD.
• Ability to break down problems in a simplified way, conduct root-cause analyses, and provide clear recommendations.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Self-directed with ability to work autonomously and collaboratively and a focus on results.
• Ability to communicate in an open and authentic manner in all situations.

Responsibilities

• Set up and conduct tests of complete units or components under operating conditions.
• Work from wiring diagrams, drawings, specifications, and instructions for test-loop setup and test-specimen performance schedules.
• Collaborate with machine shop personnel when altering test specimens or test equipment components.
• Keep the pump test stand, engineering testing area, and instruments in good condition.
• Keep instruments calibrated according to the calibration schedule and update calibration reports.
• Verify pump performance on in-house orders.
• Evaluate and give re-work instructions to the worker as necessary.
• Maintain and install temperature, pressure, voltage, current, and power measurement devices and their instrumentation.
• Inform supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment conditions and corrective actions.
• Examine component parts for conformance with dimensional specifications using precision instruments.
• Collaborate with engineering development products as a tester by participating in and executing a development test plan.
• Assist with equipment material test studies.
• Perform necessary data manipulations utilizing computers.
• Perform necessary inspection operations.
• Report all problems to supervisor.
• Adhere to all required health & safety policies and procedures.
• Assist line inspectors with serious quality problems, as necessary.
• All other duties as may be assigned

Skills

Root-cause analysis

Strong interpersonal skills

Autonomous collaboration

Education

Technical degree or diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Imagine working at the forefront of innovation in fluid-flow technology, with over 1400 colleagues across the globe, and contributing to a legacy of excellence that spans eight manufacturing facilities on four continents. Armstrong Fluid Technology is more than just a leader in our industry; we are a community of the brightest and most creative minds, driven by a shared mission to engineer the future and safeguard our planet.

As a member of our team, you'll dive into an environment that encourages learning and boundary-pushing every day. You'll be part of an agile and dynamic workplace where today's solutions are built for tomorrow's challenges.

The Test Engineer plays a pivotal role in verifying the performance of our pump products. You will be responsible for providing all the necessary information, prototype assembly, laboratory testing, and record keeping. You will support in determining equipment performance, generating and collecting accurate data for engineering teams, and tracking any and all malfunctioning equipment.

This position is based out our head office in Scarborough, Ontario.

ln addition to annual initiatives, the key accountabilities of this position are:

Testing

• Setting up and conducting tests of complete units or components under operating conditions to investigate the improvement of performance or to obtain data for development, standardization, or quality control.
• Working from wiring diagrams, drawings, specifications, and instructions, either verbally or in writing as it pertains to test-loop setup and test-specimen performance schedules.
• Working closely with machine shop or machine shop vendors when making alterations to test specimens or test equipment components.
• Responsible for keeping the pump test stand, engineering testing area, and instruments in good condition.
• Keeping instruments calibrated according to the calibration schedule and updating copies of calibration reports.
• Verifying pump performance on in-house orders.
• Evaluating and giving re-work instructions to the worker, as necessary
• Maintaining and installing temperature, pressure, voltage, current, and power measurement devices and their associated instrumentation.
• Informing group leader or supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment conditions and any corrective actions to be taken.
• Examining component parts for conformance with dimensional specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
• Collaborating with engineering development products as a tester by participating in and executing a development test plan.

Assistance & Reporting

• Assisting with equipment material test studies.
• Performing necessary data manipulations utilizing computers.
• Performing a;; necessary inspection operations.
• Reporting all problems to supervisor.
• Adhering to all required health & safety policies and procedures
• Assisting line inspectors with serious quality problems, as necessary
• All other duties as may be assigned

What We’re Looking For:

To thrive in this role, you should bring:

• Technical degree or diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 1-2 years of experience working with hydronic pumps and system testing
• Machine Shop or Product Assembly experience in pump-related industries
• Basic electrical wiring knowledge
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
• Ability to use the required measuring equipment
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and AutoCAD
• Ability to break down problems in a simplified way, conduct root-cause analyses, and provide clear recommendations
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Self-directed with ability to work autonomously and collaboratively and a focus on results.
• Ability to communicate in an open and authentic manner in all situations.

Why Armstrong Fluid Technology?

By joining us, you’ll become part of a global community dedicated to pushing the boundaries of fluid-flow technology. You’ll have endless opportunities to learn, grow, and make a significant impact on the world. Together, we'll build tomorrow’s solutions today.