Test Engineer

Teklabs Inc; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a hands-on Test Engineer to support hydraulic and mechanical testing initiatives. You will lead testing processes, analyze data, and collaborate with engineering and lab teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology and 3–7 years of relevant experience. This role ensures exposure to diverse components and technologies in a safety-focused collaborative lab environment.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of relevant experience.
• Comfortable with hands-on lab work.
• Strong data and failure analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydraulic component and system testing from planning to conclusions.
• Set up and execute mechanical and hydraulic lab tests.
• Analyze test data and document findings and recommendations.

Skills

Mechanical background

Electrical background

Data analysis

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Technical drawing interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

Engineering software (e.g., CAD)

Job description

We are hiring a hands-on Test Engineer to support hydraulic and mechanical testing initiatives. This lab-focused role involves planning, executing, and analyzing component and system-level tests while partnering with engineering and lab teams to validate designs and investigate failures.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead hydraulic component and system testing from planning to conclusions
• Set up and execute mechanical and hydraulic lab tests
• Analyze test data and document findings and recommendations
• Perform failure investigations and root cause analysis
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
• Collaborate with lab staff, engineers, and internal customers
• Maintain strong focus on safety, quality, and throughput

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology
• 3–7 years of relevant experience
• Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical background
• Strong data and failure analysis skills
• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics
• Experience with engineering software (e.g., CAD)
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Comfortable with hands-on lab work

Nice to Have

• Hydraulics and fluid systems experience
• Component or system testing background

Why This Role

• Work with diverse hydraulic and fluid components
• Exposure to emerging technologies
• Collaborative, safety-focused lab environment