R&D Test Engineer — Lab Validation & Rapid Prototyping

Freudenberg; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg is seeking an engineering test laboratory specialist to own day-to-day lab operations, ensure tests are safe, accurate and on schedule, and support product development through validation and performance testing.

You will design fixtures, analyze data, mentor interns, and collaborate with product engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, supply chain, and customers to drive projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 1–3 years of engineering experience in testing, product development, validation, manufacturing, reliability, or lab operations.
• Experience conducting tests, evaluating results, and making data-driven recommendations.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot and improve equipment and test systems.
• Experience with CAD, fixtures, drawings, prototypes or 3D printing preferred.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills; able to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Strong communication with customers, suppliers, engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Own the day-to-day operation of the engineering test laboratory, ensuring tests are executed safely, accurately, and on schedule.
• Design, set up, and execute product validation, durability, and performance testing to support product development and customer requirements.
• Investigate product and equipment failures, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions to improve test outcomes and product performance.
• Develop custom test fixtures, prototypes, and laboratory solutions using engineering design principles and rapid prototyping technologies, including 3D printing.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret test data, delivering clear technical reports and recommendations to engineering teams and customers.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade laboratory equipment while supporting the installation and commissioning of new testing capabilities.
• Mentor engineering co-ops and interns while collaborating with product engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, supply chain, and customer teams to drive successful project outcomes.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Data analysis

CAD

3D printing

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD

3D printing

Prototyping

Job description

Freudenberg is seeking an engineering test laboratory specialist to own day-to-day lab operations, ensure tests are safe, accurate and on schedule, and support product development through validation and performance testing.

You will design fixtures, analyze data, mentor interns, and collaborate with product engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, supply chain, and customers to drive projects.