Development Test Engineer 1

KASAI NORTH AMERICA; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KASAI NORTH AMERICA in Manchester, New Hampshire is seeking a Development Test Engineer (I) responsible for planning and leading design specification tests. This role involves creating test plans, performing tests, and documenting results, ensuring compliance with customer requirements.

The ideal candidate should have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, strong communication and technical skills, and the ability to work with measurement devices and hand tools. The position requires some travel and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Documented training by test center manager and peers.
• Capability in using measurement devices and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead design specification tests according to the development schedule.
• Communicate with design engineers to determine test requirements.
• Analyze test results and develop countermeasures with engineers.
• Document and report test results to requestors.
• Participate in preventative maintenance of equipment and test fixtures.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Written communication skills

Communication skills

Technical drawing interpretation

Computer literacy

Professionalism

Measurement devices usage

Hand tools usage

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent degree

Tools

Force gauge

Digital meter

Thermometer

Job description

Description

The Development Test Engineer ( I ) is responsible for planning and leading all design specification tests, such as making test plan/schedule, performing tests, contributing to developing countermeasure with design engineers in case of non-conformance, and making/reporting test results according to development schedule.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with design engineer, understand design concept/change, and select which tests are needed.
• Make test plan according to the Design Validation Plan (DVP) or Test Request.
• Coordinate manpower and equipment resources, sampling plan and define the necessity of fixtures and/or mating parts.
• Study how many parts are needed for test completion, order test parts, and follow test parts schedule.
• Perform tests according to customer requirements.
• Analyze test results then develop countermeasures – if requested – with design and plant engineer.
• Document and report test results to requestors.
• Determine root cause of concern, perform duplicate test, and make handmade test samples.
• Use general work tools, measurement devices, and job‑specific software.
• May train other team members on the testing process and methods.
• Follow established work practices that support compliance with all company policies, safety standards, 5S practices, regulatory and/or customer requirements.
• Participate in preventative maintenance of equipment and test fixtures.
• Participate in product design reviews and DFMEA development.
• Authorities for an employee are granted by means of work instructions, policies and procedures and/or direction provided by management to meet the requirements of the customer.

Education

• B.S.M.E or equivalent degree in a related field. Experience relative to the position may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Skills

• Above average mathematical, written, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Computer literate.
• Capable of overall professionalism in a business environment.
• Capable of using basic measurement devices such as force gauge, digital meter, thermo meter, and etc.
• Capable of using basic hand work tools such as soldering and etc.

Training Specific to Position

• Documented training by test center manager and test center peers.

Other

• Ability to travel for a few days with limited prior notice.

Work Environment

• Usually an office environment (>50% of the time).
• Requires use of PPE when working at high noise levels (ear protection).
• Requires use of PPE when working with chemicals and airborne debris (safety glasses and/or masks).
• Requires use of PPE when working with heavy loads and sharp objects (safety shoes and gloves).
• Requires use of PPE when working in environmental chambers operating from -40ºC to 90ºC for short periods of time.

Physical Demands

• Exertion of physical strength to move objects (up to 40lbs) from one level to another.
• Requires the ability to stand while working for sustained periods of time.
• Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color. Color‑blindness is not a disqualification for this position, but must be disclaimed.
• Requires the ability to evaluate odors and judge based on strength/unpleasantness. Inability to distinguish odors is not a disqualification for this position, but must be disclaimed.

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instruction, and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.