Development Test Engineer 1

Kasai North America, Inc; Manchester (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kasai North America, Inc seeks a Development Test Engineer (I) in Manchester, TN, responsible for planning and leading design specification tests, coordinating test activities, and analyzing results.

The ideal candidate will have a B.S.M.E or equivalent degree, along with strong mathematical and communication skills. Experience can substitute for education. This role offers opportunities for teamwork and contributions to product development.

Qualifications

• B.S.M.E or equivalent degree; experience may substitute degree.
• Above average mathematics, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to read technical specifications and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead design specification tests according to DVP.
• Coordinate resources and ensure test part schedule adherence.
• Analyze and report test results, developing countermeasures as needed.
• Document and communicate findings effectively.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Written communication skills

Technical drawing interpretation

Computer literacy

Use of measurement devices

Basic hand tools proficiency

Education

B.S.M.E or equivalent degree in a related field

Job 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 and develop countermeasures (if requested) with design and plant engineers.
• Document and report test results to requestors.
• Determine root cause of concern, perform duplicate tests, 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 skills, written skills, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Computer literate.
• Professionalism in a business environment.
• Ability to use basic measurement devices such as force gauge, digital meter, thermo meter, etc.
• Ability to use basic hand 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.