Associate Test Engineer

NTN Bearing of America; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car stipend

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

NTN Bearing Corporation in Wheeling, IL is seeking a Test Engineer to ensure performance and reliability of bearing solutions. This hands-on role involves working with testing machines and advanced metrology equipment.

The engineer will manage test projects, collaborate with engineers and technicians, and report findings in formal documents. Base pay ranges $75K–$85K, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (BSME preferred).
• 1–5 years' experience in a hands-on engineering role (internships considered).
• Solid communication skills, written and interpersonal.

Responsibilities

• Manage test projects from inception to completion, develop test plans, design tooling, troubleshoot issues, collect data, and present results in formal reports.
• Utilize advanced metrology equipment to review tested bearings and verify tooling accuracy.
• Collaborate with engineers, metallurgists, and technicians on bearing-related projects.
• Manage relationships with outside vendors and suppliers related to tooling and services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Problem solving

3D CAD

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

3D CAD software

Job description

Location: Wheeling, IL

Are you passionate about quality, precision and engineering excellence? Join our NTN Test Lab team as a Test Engineer and play a key role in ensuring the performance, and reliability of world‑class bearing solutions. The test engineer will have a wide variety of responsibilities with a primary focus on product testing. This is a highly hands‑on role with access to a variety of testing machines as well as advanced metrology equipment. Individuals with a solid engineering background, strong mechanical aptitude, are self‑motivated, and can solve problems will be successful in this role.

Responsibilities

• Manage test projects from inception to completion. This may include determining the optimal way to achieve goals, developing a test plan, designing tooling, troubleshooting issues, collecting data, and presenting results and conclusions in detailed formal written reports.
• Utilize advanced metrology equipment to review tested bearings, confirm accuracy of developed tooling, and other purposes.
• Collaborate with engineers, metallurgists, and technicians regarding a wide range of bearing-related projects.
• Manage relationships with outside vendors and suppliers related to tooling and services.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills / Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (BSME preferred)
• 1-5 years' experience in a hands‑on engineering role. (consideration given for internships)
• Uses engineering principles to solve problems and develop appropriate action plans.
• Possess solid communication skills; both written and interpersonal.
• Collaborates with peers and supervisor for guidance. Escalates problems and roadblocks as they occur.
• Experience with 3D CAD software.
• Has strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience doing hands on mechanical work and is comfortable utilizing a variety of tools.
• Ability to work independently on multiple simultaneous projects and drive each to formal conclusion.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. At NTN, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. $75K - $85K

Benefits

NTN Bearing Corporation (NBCA) offers a full range of comprehensive benefits, including company car stipend, choice of medical plans, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a cash matching 401(k) Plan, paid vacation, additional paid time off during the major holiday season, Auto Plan, and eligibility for tuition reimbursement.

NTN Bearing Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that strongly supports diversity in the workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. We further are committed to considering all qualified individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation as needed throughout the hiring process. Qualified Veterans are encouraged to apply.