Structural & Mechanical Test Engineer – Materials Testing & Structural Analysis

Moseley Technical Services, Inc.; Duwamish (WA); On-site; USD 61,992 - 86,788; Full time

Job summary

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is seeking a Structural & Mechanical Test Engineer in Tukwila, WA.

This role focuses on materials testing, structural analysis, and test and evaluation activities to ensure products meet customer, regulatory, and company requirements. Ideal candidates will have experience in structural and mechanical testing, CAD design with CATIA or SolidWorks, and pneumatic systems within an engineering or aerospace manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Master's with related engineering experience.
• Typically 2+ years engineering experience, or a Master's with related engineering experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in structural design, structural analysis, and/or structural or mechanical testing.
• Experience developing and executing engineering test plans and procedures.
• Experience with pneumatic system design, maintenance, and repair.
• Proficiency with CATIA, SolidWorks, or similar 3D CAD software.
• Experience performing structural analysis using engineering principles and hand calculations.
• Experience reviewing, validating, and documenting engineering test data and technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop test plans, procedures, and test equipment to verify compliance with requirements.
• Design, develop, integrate, and maintain structural and mechanical test systems for lab and production testing.
• Execute structural and materials testing using electromechanical and computer-controlled test equipment.
• Review, validate, and analyze test data for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and publish technical test reports documenting procedures, results, and conclusions.
• Research, evaluate, and implement new testing technologies to improve efficiency and performance.
• Design test hardware, fixtures, and supporting equipment for testing applications.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams to implement effective test solutions.
• Manage multiple testing activities and priorities while maintaining quality and schedule.
• Take ownership of projects from planning through execution and final reporting.

Skills

Structural testing

Mechanical testing

Pneumatic systems

Structural analysis

Test plan design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

Job description

Check out this new opportunity!

Structural & Mechanical Test Engineer

Materials Testing & Structural Analysis

Tukwila, WA

$45.18 - $63.26/Hour

U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law

We are seeking a Structural & Mechanical Test Engineer to support materials testing, structural analysis, and test & evaluation activities in Tukwila, WA. This role is responsible for developing test plans, designing and integrating test systems, executing structural and mechanical tests, validating test data, and producing detailed technical reports to ensure products comply with customer, regulatory, and company requirements. Ideal candidates have experience with structural testing, mechanical testing, CAD design (CATIA or SolidWorks), structural analysis, and pneumatic systems in an engineering or aerospace manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop test plans, procedures, and test equipment to verify compliance with customer, regulatory, and company requirements.
• Design, develop, integrate, and maintain structural and mechanical test systems supporting laboratory and production testing.
• Execute structural and materials testing using electromechanical and computer-controlled test equipment.
• Review, validate, and analyze test data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and technical integrity.
• Prepare and publish comprehensive technical test reports documenting procedures, results, and conclusions.
• Research, evaluate, and implement new testing technologies to improve laboratory efficiency, capability, and performance.
• Design test hardware, fixtures, and supporting equipment for structural and mechanical testing applications.
• Collaborate with engineering, project teams, management, and technical staff to develop and implement effective test engineering solutions.
• Manage multiple testing activities and priorities while maintaining quality, schedule, and project objectives.
• Take ownership of assigned projects from planning through execution and final reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution, or a Master's degree in Engineering with applicable engineering experience.
• Typically 2+ years of engineering experience, or a Master's degree with related engineering experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in structural design, structural analysis, and/or structural or mechanical testing.
• Experience developing and executing engineering test plans and procedures.
• Experience with pneumatic system design, maintenance, and repair.
• Proficiency with CATIA, SolidWorks, or similar 3D CAD software.
• Experience performing structural analysis using engineering principles and hand calculations.
• Experience reviewing, validating, and documenting engineering test data and technical reports.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing engineering or testing projects.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary engineering organization.
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or advanced product development environments.
• Familiarity with laboratory test equipment, materials testing, and structural qualification testing.

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.

What to Expect

• Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation, which may include education, criminal, and work history verifications.
• Accepted applicants will be eligible for benefits, including medical and supplemental insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Appreciation and gratitude for employees are hallmarks of organizations with low turnover.
• Final position level and pay will be based on experience.

Resources

• To apply, send a resume to: [e-mail]
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• For more information about Moseley: About Us

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.

We stand by our 30-year-old commitment of “World Class Service. World Class Company.”