Prototype & Test Technician for Engineering

Engineered Corrosion Solutions, LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineered Corrosion Solutions is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the development, testing, and validation of innovative products in corrosion challenges. You will help turn engineering concepts into working prototypes and production-ready solutions.

This hands-on role involves building prototypes, conducting tests, analyzing results, and collaborating with engineers across the product development lifecycle. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Engineering Technology, Mechanical Technology, Electronics Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field preferred
• 5 or more 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

Engineering lab experience

Prototype development

Data acquisition systems

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

PLC programming

Excel

Education

Engineering Tech degree

Tools

Test equipment

Data acquisition hardware

Job description

Engineered Corrosion Solutions is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the development, testing, and validation of innovative products in corrosion challenges. You will help turn engineering concepts into working prototypes and production-ready solutions.

This hands-on role involves building prototypes, conducting tests, analyzing results, and collaborating with engineers across the product development lifecycle. Occasional travel may be required.