Test Engineer

Socket.dev; Bloomingdale (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401K with company match

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Generous annual time off policy

12 Company-Paid holidays

Wellness Program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

VMC Group is seeking a Test Engineer to lead validation for vibration isolation and seismic/noise control products. You will perform testing in internal and external labs, manage test plans, and document results with clear reports.

Travel 25–50% including possible international trips is required. Requirements include a Bachelor’s in engineering (4–6 years), hands-on lab machinery experience, and familiarity with elastomers, metals, manufacturing, or QA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent; 4–6 years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory machinery and data collection systems (preferred).
• Experience with elastomers, metals, manufacturing, or quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing at internal and external labs.
• Coordinate and manage external shake testing of nonstructural building components.
• Plan test preparation and manage the testing process.
• Perform testing on materials, products, and customer-supplied equipment.
• Prepare mechanical fixtures and modify test apparatus as needed.
• Conduct material acceptance and diagnostic tests.
• Develop and administer testing protocols and calibrate equipment.
• Support Quality with testing insights and documentation.
• Communicate project status to stakeholders and customers.
• Create clear test reports summarizing results.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel formulas

Microsoft Project

Project management

Independent work

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Lab testing experience

Elastomers/metals/manufacturing/QA experience

Job description

Description

The Test Engineer is responsible for all aspects of product, material and system validation for a wide range of vibration isolation and seismic/noise control products. This position independently performs and coordinates testing in-house and at select supplier partners and supports seismic testing, manages the projects with the labs and customers, secures contractors and execute.

Responsibilities not limited to:

Responsible for performing all testing at internal and external labs

• Using independent discretion and judgment, identify, plan for and ensure proper tools and equipment are in place to allow for proper and timely testing
• Coordinate and actively manage external shake testing of nonstructural building components
• Plan for and handle all advance test preparation and manage the testing process
• Perform physical tests on materials, products and customer supplied equipment
• Prepare mechanical test fixtures, including non-precision machining to alter test apparatus
• Perform material acceptance and diagnostic tests
• Administer and develop a wide range of testing and development protocols
• Perform calibration tests and measurements on equipment
• Support Quality as required

Manage customer expectations

• Proactively communicate with internal teams, labs, external teams and customers regarding status of project
• Support with writing the project test plan per the project engineers analysis and scope.

Create clear and concise documents as required by the project test plan

• Collect the test data to prepare and issue a well written, timely, comprehensive, and professional report document which summarizes and validates the result of all test procedures. These documents reflect the character and integrity of the testing process and outcome

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel formulas) and Microsoft Project
• Strong project management, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Confident communicator with strong follow-through

Work Environment & Requirements

• Laboratory setting with occasional extended hours
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and operate lab equipment and mechanical tools
• Travel required (25–50%), including possible international travel

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent (4–6 years of progressive mechanical engineering work)
• Hands-on experience with laboratory machinery and data collection systems - preferred
• Experience with elastomers, metals, manufacturing, or quality assurance

At VMC Group we believe in supporting our employees both professionally and personally. When you join our team, you gain more than just a job — you gain access to a range of benefits designed to promote your well-being, growth, and financial security.

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401K with company match
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Generous annual time off policy
• 12 Company-Paid holidays
• A Solid Wellness Program to support your personal health goals
• Professional development opportunities

Join our team and build a rewarding career where your contributions are valued and your growth is supported. Be a part of a fast-growing, technology-driven manufacturing company —

We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.