Test Lab Technician – Durability & Automation

CompX International; Grayslake (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

CompX Grayslake is seeking a TEST LAB TECHNICIAN to operate in a hands-on lab environment in Grayslake, IL. You will perform test setup, run durability and life cycle tests, and document results with emphasis on electrical circuits and pneumatics.

The role requires reading technical drawings, setting up equipment, and programming PLCs, servo drives, and data acquisition systems while maintaining lab schedules and ensuring quality standards.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent experience in a technical field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Project, Access.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with ISO 9001 or QS 9000.

Responsibilities

• Set up lab fixtures, troubleshoot, and document test results.
• Work with electrical circuits and test methods in the lab.
• Configure and program test equipment (PLC ladder, servo drives, vibration table).
• Read and interpret drawings, bills of materials, and routings.
• Schedule and maintain the Test Lab and equipment.
• Record detailed testing documentation including setup, procedures, and results.
• Improve self-performance and lab culture.

Skills

Electrical circuits knowledge

Pneumatics knowledge

C++ programming

C sharp programming

Technical drawings reading

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience in a technical field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

Project

Access

Job description

CompX Grayslake is seeking a TEST LAB TECHNICIAN to operate in a hands-on lab environment in Grayslake, IL. You will perform test setup, run durability and life cycle tests, and document results with emphasis on electrical circuits and pneumatics.

The role requires reading technical drawings, setting up equipment, and programming PLCs, servo drives, and data acquisition systems while maintaining lab schedules and ensuring quality standards.