Golf Equipment Test Engineer

U.S. Women’s Open; Pinehurst (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

The United States Golf Association (USGA) is seeking a Test Engineer to support the Equipment Testing team. You will design, develop, and maintain testing equipment and methods, ensuring safe, accurate, and efficient testing of golf equipment for rules conformance and research.

You will lead data analysis, prepare technical reports, and collaborate with field teams. The role requires independent work, strong problem solving, and travel as needed, with the Pinehurst, NC campus serving as the base.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years or relevant experience.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and execute work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow and execute complex, multi-step written test procedures using laboratory and testing equipment.
• Proficiency in software development or scripting for test automation, data analysis, or equipment control.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear technical reports and documentation.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and related data analysis/reporting tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to perform physical work in a laboratory, including lifting and carrying moderately heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new testing equipment, procedures, and methodologies.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair laboratory and testing equipment to ensure control and effective operation.
• Perform data analysis and prepare technical reports and recommendations.
• Conduct golf equipment testing for conformance, Test Service, and research purposes.
• Participate in field testing activities and travel as required.
• Manage testing projects from concept through implementation and reporting.

Skills

Test automation

Data analysis

Technical reporting

Independent work

Communication

Laboratory equipment handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related technical field

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

The United States Golf Association (USGA) is seeking a Test Engineer to support the Equipment Testing team. You will design, develop, and maintain testing equipment and methods, ensuring safe, accurate, and efficient testing of golf equipment for rules conformance and research.

You will lead data analysis, prepare technical reports, and collaborate with field teams. The role requires independent work, strong problem solving, and travel as needed, with the Pinehurst, NC campus serving as the base.