Hands-On Prototype & Test Technician

ENGINEERED CORROSION SOLUTIONS LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ENGINEERED CORROSION SOLUTIONS LLC is seeking an Engineering Technician to support development, testing, and validation of innovative products that address corrosion challenges across industries. You will help build prototypes, run tests, analyze results, and contribute to product quality and reliability.

This hands-on role requires reading drawings, assembling components, setting up test equipment, and collaborating with engineers throughout the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Engineering Technology, Mechanical Technology, Electronics Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field preferred, or equivalent industry experience
• 5+ years of experience in an engineering laboratory, product development, manufacturing, or testing environment preferred
• Experience building prototypes, test fixtures, or mechanical assemblies
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and assembly instructions
• Experience with test equipment, instrumentation, and data collection systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel
• Experience with PLC programming and data acquisition systems
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, modify, and maintain prototypes, test fixtures, and experimental equipment
• Support product validation, reliability, environmental, and performance testing activities
• Set up instrumentation, sensors, data acquisition systems, and measurement equipment
• Conduct tests according to engineering procedures and accurately document results
• Collect, organize, and analyze test data while identifying observations and potential issues
• Assist engineers in evaluating product performance and validating design improvements
• Troubleshoot prototype, equipment, and test setup issues
• Recommend practical solutions to improve testing efficiency and product performance
• Support engineering change activities throughout the product development lifecycle
• Fabricate and assemble mechanical and electromechanical components using hand and power tools
• Assist with prototype builds and development projects across multiple disciplines
• Maintain engineering laboratory equipment, tools, and workspaces
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of laboratory and testing environments
• Create and maintain test reports, records, photographs, and technical documentation
• Manage and organize engineering test requests and priorities
• Track and report key performance metrics related to testing activities
• Provide training on laboratory equipment and procedures when needed
• Partner with Product Development, Manufacturing, and Quality teams
• Support timely completion of development projects and testing activities
• Communicate testing progress, findings, and recommendations to stakeholders
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that improve product quality and reliability

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Data acquisition systems

Troubleshooting

Prototyping

Documentation

Education

Associate degree or technical certificate in engineering technology

Tools

PLC programming

Test equipment

Job description

ENGINEERED CORROSION SOLUTIONS LLC is seeking an Engineering Technician to support development, testing, and validation of innovative products that address corrosion challenges across industries. You will help build prototypes, run tests, analyze results, and contribute to product quality and reliability.

This hands-on role requires reading drawings, assembling components, setting up test equipment, and collaborating with engineers throughout the product lifecycle.