QC System Integration and Test Specialist

Malvern Panalytical; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Malvern Panalytical in Northampton, MA, is seeking a System Test & Integration Technician (or System Test Engineer I) to apply problem-solving skills in a hands-on technical environment. You will test, calibrate, configure, and validate analytical instruments before delivery, collaborating with Manufacturing and Engineering to identify root causes and ensure performance and quality.

This role blends technical troubleshooting with scientific testing in a fast-paced production setting, offering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline; OR Associate’s degree in Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline with at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow standardized procedures while exercising sound technical judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs.
• Demonstrated ability to build productive working relationships in a cross functional environment.
• Basic computer proficiency, including experience using spreadsheets, word processing applications, and databases.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, calibration, configuration, and final performance verification of analytical instruments and accessories.
• Conduct laboratory-based wet chemistry and biochemical testing following established procedures and quality standards.
• Analyze, document, and maintain accurate test results and production records.
• Troubleshoot instrument and system issues to ensure products meet performance specifications.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Engineering teams to identify product failures and determine root causes.
• Apply knowledge of mechanics, electronics, biochemistry, physics, or thermodynamics to support testing and problem resolution activities.
• Support new product introduction activities, including validation and integration testing.
• Identify, report, and elevate quality or compliance concerns while supporting corrective actions.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process and product quality gaps and recommending solutions.
• Support regulatory and quality requirements to ensure successful completion of design outputs and program deliverables.
• Maintain compliance with the Quality Management System, Quality Policy, applicable regulations, and training requirements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Attention to detail

Procedures compliance

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Science/Engineering

1+ year relevant experience (for Associate degree pathway)

Tools

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Databases

Job description

Job Title:

System Test & Integration Technician (or System Test Engineer I)

Location:

Northampton, MA. |On-site production/laboratory-based role

Compensation:

30.00-34.00hr

About The Role

Are you looking for a position where you can apply your problem-solving skills in a hands-on technical environment? Do you want to join a company whose products are recognized as the gold standard in their field? If so, this could be your opportunity to become part of our System Test and Integration team.

In this role, you will be responsible for testing, calibrating, configuring, and validating sensitive analytical instruments before they are delivered to customers. Working closely with Manufacturing and Engineering teams, you will help identify non-conforming products, investigate root causes, and ensure all systems meet stringent performance and quality specifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical expertise, troubleshooting, and scientific testing in a collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, calibration, configuration, and final performance verification of analytical instruments and accessories.
• Conduct laboratory-based wet chemistry and biochemical testing following established procedures and quality standards.
• Analyze, document, and maintain accurate test results and production records.
• Troubleshoot instrument and system issues to ensure products meet performance specifications.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Engineering teams to identify product failures and determine root causes.
• Apply knowledge of mechanics, electronics, biochemistry, physics, or thermodynamics to support testing and problem resolution activities.
• Support new product introduction activities, including validation and integration testing.
• Identify, report, and elevate quality or compliance concerns while supporting corrective actions.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process and product quality gaps and recommending solutions.
• Support regulatory and quality requirements to ensure successful completion of design outputs and program deliverables.
• Maintain compliance with the Quality Management System, Quality Policy, applicable regulations, and training requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline; OR
• Associate’s degree in Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline with at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow standardized procedures while exercising sound technical judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs.
• Demonstrated ability to build productive working relationships in a cross functional environment.
• Basic computer proficiency, including experience using spreadsheets, word processing applications, and databases.

Nice to Have

• Experience with mechanical and electronic product testing.
• Experience performing fault diagnosis and root cause analysis.
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) knowledge.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or 6S experience.
• Experience working with analytical instrumentation, laboratory testing, or manufacturing environments.
• Exposure to regulated industries or quality-controlled production environments.

We provide market-leading, material characterization technologies for the world's most innovative companies, academic institutions, and government laboratories in the analytics of advanced materials.

We support our customers through their biggest challenges, from developing lifesaving vaccines to sustainable fuels. We wake up every day to delight our customers through innovation, high-quality solutions and workflows, and excellence in customer satisfaction.

We are a recognized leader for quality and insights in material characterization; winning customers with performance and keeping them with service. With more than 2,000 employees operating in over 20 countries across the world, and R&D sites in North America, Europe and Asia.

We are part of Spectris, a company which combines precision with purpose to equip customers to solve some of their greatest challenges to make the world cleaner, healthier and more productive. In 2025, Spectris acquired Micromeritics as part of Malvern Panalytical.