Laboratory Validation Engineer

Gentex Corporation; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Gentex Corporation in Zeeland, MI is seeking a Laboratory Validation Engineer I to execute testing, analyze data, and ensure product requirements are met. You will collaborate with engineering teams, train staff, and support continuous improvement in validation practices.

Candidates should have an Associate’s degree in a technical field, 1+ year of lab/testing experience, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Experience with ISO/IEC 17025 labs is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a technical field or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• 1+ years of professional experience in laboratory and/or testing setting.
• Experience in lab accredited to ISO/IEC 17025.
• Technical competency in the appropriate test area.

Responsibilities

• Execute testing in accordance with applicable requirements and developed procedures.
• Analyze and interpret test data against pass/fail criteria for engineering teams.
• Compile, evaluate, and report test data timely and accurately.
• Support quality, corrective, and preventative actions in the validation process.
• Follow lab quality system policies and procedures.
• Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot laboratory equipment and processes.
• Train new personnel in test methods and lab processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase validation efficiency.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Lab experience

Technical testing

Education

Associate’s degree in a technical field

Tools

ISO/IEC 17025

Job description

## Laboratory Validation EngineerApply: Zeeland, MI: Full time: Posted Today: REQ026734At Gentex, you’ll help create innovative technologies that improve how people live, travel, and stay connected. Join a company driven by quality products across an evolving range of industries. **POSITION OVERVIEW**Laboratory Validation Engineer I will execute the testing, measuring and validating products by conducting thorough examinations, and identifying issues to ensure product requirements are met as well as providing technical consultation to the program and engineering teams.**WHAT YOU’LL DO*** Execute testing in accordance with applicable requirements and developed procedures including but not limited to regulatory testing.* Analyze and interpret test data against pass/fail criteria, providing technical consultation to the program and engineering teams throughout the test round.* Compile, evaluate, and report test data timely and accurately.* Support quality, corrective, and preventative action activities as identified throughout the validation process.* Follow lab quality system policies and procedures.* Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving activities.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to laboratory equipment and processes.* Train new personnel in test methods and lab process.* Support continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory, driving efficiency and effectiveness in validation practices.* Other duties as assigned.**HOW YOU’LL DO IT*** Attention to detail - Ensuring information is complete and accurate; following up with others to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled.* Action oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.* Problem solving - Defining a problem, determining the cause, identifying, prioritizing and selecting alternatives for a solution, and implementing a solution.* Communicating effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey clear understanding, considering the unique needs of different audiences.* Fostering teamwork - Building effective partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.* Maintaining a high level of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality with respect to company matters.* Complying with all Company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties, including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.**WHAT TO BRING*** Associate’s degree in a technical field or equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience.* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.**WHAT WILL HELP*** 1+ years of professional experience in laboratory and/or testing setting.* Experience in lab accredited to ISO/IEC 17025.* Technical competency in the appropriate test area.**Gentex is an equal opportunity employer**Gentex extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law.