Test Engineer

Blue Bridge People; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Bridge People is seeking a Testing / Lab Engineer with a strong mechanical background to join their testing laboratory. This hands‑on role focuses on testing and evaluating mechanical and electromechanical systems, developing test methods, and operating instrumentation and data acquisition equipment.

You will build and maintain test setups, analyze results, troubleshoot equipment, and work with cross‑functional teams to improve product quality and reliability.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Hands‑on laboratory/testing environment experience
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings
• Experience with material handling equipment (MHE), industrial automation, or similar equipment
• Hands‑on experience using hand and power tools
• Experience with transducers, sensors, instrumentation, or data acquisition systems
• Familiarity with PLCs
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct tests to evaluate the performance, functionality, and reliability of mechanical and electromechanical systems
• Design, build, modify, and maintain test fixtures and laboratory equipment
• Set up and operate transducers, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems
• Analyze test results, identify trends or issues, and document findings in technical reports
• Troubleshoot test equipment, fixtures, instrumentation, and testing procedures
• Support the assembly and testing of material handling equipment
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure required calibration and maintenance activities are completed
• Partner with engineering and other cross‑functional teams to identify opportunities to improve product quality and reliability
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts involving laboratory processes, test methods, and equipment

Skills

Troubleshooting

Data acquisition

Instrumentation

PLC knowledge

Electrical drawings

Mechanical drawings

Hand tools

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD software

Data acquisition systems

Transducers/Sensors

Industrial automation equipment

Job description

Our client is seeking a Testing / Lab Engineer with a strong mechanical background to join their testing laboratory. This is a hands‑on engineering role focused on testing and evaluating mechanical and electromechanical systems, with responsibility for developing test methods, working with instrumentation and data acquisition equipment, and building and maintaining test setups.

The ideal candidate will enjoy a hands‑on environment and bring a combination of mechanical aptitude, analytical skills, and troubleshooting ability. Experience with material handling equipment or industrial automation is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct tests to evaluate the performance, functionality, and reliability of mechanical and electromechanical systems
• Design, build, modify, and maintain test fixtures and laboratory equipment
• Set up and operate transducers, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems
• Analyze test results, identify trends or issues, and document findings in technical reports
• Troubleshoot test equipment, fixtures, instrumentation, and testing procedures
• Support the assembly and testing of material handling equipment
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure required calibration and maintenance activities are completed
• Partner with engineering and other cross‑functional teams to identify opportunities to improve product quality and reliability
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts involving laboratory processes, test methods, and equipment

Basic Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Experience in a laboratory, testing, engineering, technical support, mechanical, or controls environment
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings
• Experience with material handling equipment (MHE), industrial automation, or similar equipment
• Hands‑on experience using hand and power tools
• Experience with transducers, sensors, instrumentation, or data acquisition systems
• Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in a laboratory, testing, or lab engineering role
• Experience with material handling equipment
• Knowledge of statistical analysis methods
• Familiarity with quality management systems
• Experience with CAD software
• Experience with 5S and continuous improvement practices

Total Target Compensation Range $125-140k