Fluidics Test Engineer - Lab Validation & Systems Testing

PayCruit; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PayCruit seeks a Fluidics Test Engineer to design, develop, test, and validate fluidic systems used in foodservice and beverage equipment. Responsibilities include laboratory testing, instrumentation setup, data collection, and prototype fabrication, with collaboration across engineering, software, electrical, and quality teams.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting hardware and control systems, documenting results, and maintaining lab spaces and test equipment, while upholding safety and PPE

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology (BSMET), Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET), Mechanical Engineering (BSME), Mechatronics, or equivalent experience as a Test Engineer.
• Understanding of test methods and sources of error.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical, fluidic, thermal, or electromechanical systems.
• Familiarity with laboratory testing practices, instrumentation, and data collection methods.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, tubing diagrams, and assembly instructions.
• Basic understanding of fluid systems, thermodynamics and heat transfer, electrical and electromechanical systems, mechanical assembly and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fluidic and electromechanical systems for engineering evaluation and testing.
• Conduct laboratory and bench testing on components and systems related to fluid flow, thermal performance, controls, and reliability.
• Support engineers in troubleshooting hardware, control systems, and software-related issues through structured testing and data collection.
• Set up and operate laboratory instrumentation including pumps, sensors, pressure transducers, flow meters, thermal measurement devices, and data acquisition systems.
• Collect, document, and organize test data, and assist with preparation of test reports and engineering documentation.
• Support quality and reliability activities including test setup, Design of Experiments (DOE) execution, and validation testing.
• Assist with prototype fabrication, modification, plumbing, tubing layout, wiring, and fixture development.
• Maintain laboratory spaces, test equipment, tools, calibration records, and inventory of components and consumables.
• Collaborate with engineering, software, electrical, and quality teams to support product development and issue resolution.
• Demonstrate and promote safe work practices, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Job description

PayCruit seeks a Fluidics Test Engineer to design, develop, test, and validate fluidic systems used in foodservice and beverage equipment. Responsibilities include laboratory testing, instrumentation setup, data collection, and prototype fabrication, with collaboration across engineering, software, electrical, and quality teams.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting hardware and control systems, documenting results, and maintaining lab spaces and test equipment, while upholding safety and PPE