Sensor Prototyping & Test Engineer

MSA Safety Inc.

Cranberry Township (Butler County)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

MSA Safety Inc. in Cranberry Township, PA, is seeking a hands-on Staff Engineer to join our global R&D team. You will work on life-protecting sensor systems, support prototyping, and help drive test plans from concept to commercialization.

This role emphasizes building world-class lab capabilities, developing sensor test equipment, and improving safety, throughput, and data integrity. Collaboration spans chemistry, electrical engineering, materials science, and software, with opportunities to

Qualifications

Very strong communication and project management skills.
Demonstrated problem‑solving skills.
Hands‑on experience in a lab setting.
Demonstrated experience automating test setups or data acquisition systems using tools like Python, LabVIEW, or MATLAB
Demonstrated experience with rapid prototyping techniques and fabrication methods.
Demonstrated experience analyzing experimental data and performing measurement uncertainty or statistical analysis (error propagation, precision/accuracy analysis).
Ability to follow test procedures, work instructions, and quality systems with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Support and accelerate new product development through sensor prototyping and testing.
Develop sensor lab capabilities and manage lab assets.
Lead lab modernization and test automation while improving safety and throughput.
Mentor university co-ops and interns when applicable.