Hardware Validation & Lab Operations Engineer

Quest Global; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Job summary

Quest Global in New York is seeking a hardware test professional to design fixtures and bring up test stations for large-scale engineering projects. You will perform environmental, mechanical, and ESD tests, using metrology tools like CT Scan and CMM, and analyze materials with FTIR.

The role emphasizes wiring and mechanical integration, calibration discipline, and strict adherence to lab safety and quality processes. On-site in New York with full-time engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 3–5+ years in a hardware test lab or validation environment.
• Proficiency with CAD tools and lab testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver test fixture design packages including mechanical/electrical drawings, assembly instructions, and validation protocols.
• Lead test station bring-up activities with calibration records and GR&R studies.
• Execute environmental, mechanical, and ESD testing per standards.
• Operate metrology equipment (CT Scan, CMM) and perform material analysis (FTIR).
• Manage equipment PM schedules and calibrations; maintain calibration records.
• Ensure proper safety and quality management in the lab.

Skills

Fixture design

Test station design

Environmental testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

CT Scan

CMM

FTIR

Job description

Who We Are

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

Job Requirements

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.

The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek have the following characteristics and skills:

What You Will Do

Test Fixture Design & Station Bring-Up

• Develop and deliver Test Fixture Design Packages including mechanical/electrical design files, assembly instructions, and validation protocols for each new product or fixture refresh
• Execute Test Station Bring-Up activities including calibration records, GR&R (Gauge Repeatability & Reproducibility) studies, and correlation data for each new station deployment or relocation

Testing & Lab Capabilities

• Perform Environmental Testing including Thermal Shock, HALT , and related stress tests
• Conduct Mechanical Testing using Instron, Drop, and Vibration equipment
• Execute ESD Testing per applicable standards
• Operate Metrology equipment including CT Scan and CMM
• Perform FTIR / Material Analysis for material characterization and failure analysis
• Carry out Electrical/Mechanical Rework as needed for test sample preparation or corrective actions
• Manage Equipment Preventive Maintenance (PM) schedules and execution
• Maintain Equipment Calibrations ensuring all instruments are within calibration windows

What You Will Bring

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field
• 3–5+ years of experience in a hardware test lab or validation environment

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in mechanical and electrical fixture/test station design (CAD tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
• Hands-on experience with environmental, mechanical, and ESD test equipment
• Strong knowledge of metrology tools (CT Scan, CMM) and material analysis (FTIR)
• Demonstrated experience with equipment calibration, PM programs, and GR&R studies
• Excellent documentation skills — SOPs, test reports, calibration records
• Familiarity with lab safety, ESD controls, and quality management systems

Pay Range

$110000 -$120000.

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements

This role is considered an on-site position located in New York.

• You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.

Benefits

Full-time (Regular)

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability