Test Lab Technician – Electronics & Durability Testing

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

Job summary

CompX Grayslake is seeking a Test Lab Technician in Grayslake, IL to support lab testing and data recording for mechanical and electromechanical components. You will set up test fixtures, run tests, document results, and read technical drawings. Proficiency with test equipment and basic programming concepts is a plus.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent technical experience, familiarity with quality standards like ISO 9001, and the ability to multitask in a hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or equivalent experience in a technical field is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Project, Access).
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with ISO 9001/QS 9000 quality standards.
• Ability to analyze manufacturing or product problems and recommend corrective action.
• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.

Responsibilities

• Set up test fixtures and perform testing with thorough documentation.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits and pneumatic systems.
• Program and operate test equipment (PLC, servo drives, vibration table).
• Read blueprints and bill of materials to guide testing and sampling.
• Maintain lab equipment and schedules for ongoing testing.

Skills

Electrical circuits knowledge

Pneumatics knowledge

Blueprints reading

Problem analysis

multitask ability

Office software

ISO 9001/QS 9000 knowledge

Education

Associates Degree or equivalent in technical field

Tools

PLC ladder logic

Servo Drives

Vibration VIEW

Environmental Test Chambers

Thermal Shock (Espec)

Load cells

Data Acquisition

C++

C#

Job description

CompX Grayslake is seeking a Test Lab Technician in Grayslake, IL to support lab testing and data recording for mechanical and electromechanical components. You will set up test fixtures, run tests, document results, and read technical drawings. Proficiency with test equipment and basic programming concepts is a plus.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent technical experience, familiarity with quality standards like ISO 9001, and the ability to multitask in a hands-on environment.