Product Test Engineer - Technetics Group : Job Details

Product Test Engineer

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for conducting product testing and supporting the Engineering and operations teams. This role involves supporting the Commercial team with proposals, quotes, orders, and planning testing of new projects. Requires the ability to coordinate activities across all departments in the organization to design and execute product testing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct various product tests, including but not limited to leak testing of metal seal products and assemblies using helium mass spectrometry, load versus deflection testing with universal testing machines, metallographic inspection, environmental cycling, and failure analysis.
• Assist in estimating testing costs and schedules for proposals, quotes, and planning.
• Sample preparation using hot and cold mount metal specimen mounting equipment.
• Support new product design revies and create new experimental test plans.
• Ensure testing compliance with customer and industry standards.
• Design inspection fixtures, test equipment, and occasionally manufacturing tooling necessary to experiment with current and future products.
• Clearly write, explain and support test plans, procedures, and results reports.
• Assist in continuous improvement and process improvement of leak testing and experimental protocols
• Conduct physical experimentation on products and components.
• Follow safety protocols, identify safety hazards, and mitigate safety risks.
• Occasionally travel to support customer testing or internal experimentation.
• Manage experimental laboratory hardware and software for scheduling and usage, and support business cases for upgrades and replacement of machinery and hardware.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Actively participates in Safety Committee Team and continuous improvement initiatives at the Columbia Facility.
• Performs any other assigned duties as directed by management.
• Travel may be required up to 10% of the time.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline from a four-year ABET accredited institution and 2 years of practical experience; or six years of directly related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Mass Spectrometry Leak Testing Level II certification is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to interpret drawings per ASME Y14.5.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO9001 manufacturing standards.
• Ability to work independently.
• Forward-thinking mentality to identify potential growth opportunities and investments that add value to the business unit.
• CAD experience is a plus, with a preference for SolidWorks experience.
• High precision pressure testing experience is a plus.
• A background in fluid dynamics is a plus.
• Experience with LabView or other data acquisition technologies is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Sitting; standing; walking throughout the facility; talking; seeing; hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 35 lbs. The candidate must wear appropriate/required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and must be able to work at a desk or in front of a computer for long periods of time.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Technetics Group.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Technetics is part of Enpro Industries (NYSE: NPO), a $2 billion global diversified manufacturer with a presence in over 100 countries and a workforce of more than 5,000 employees. We are recognized for our Dual Bottom Line culture, prioritizing both financial returns and our employees' personal growth and development. At Technetics, we invest in our team members, providing opportunities for them to make a difference while fostering a culture that upholds our core values of safety, excellence, and respect.

Enpro is a leading provider of engineered industrial products for the processing and general manufacturing industries worldwide. The company operates in two segments: Sealing Products, Advanced Surface Technologies.

Composed of Garlock, STEMCO, and Technetics Group, these businesses leverage a high degree of materials science application expertise, extensive proprietary knowledge, and deep customer relationships to create innovative sealing solutions complemented by value-added systems integration.

LEGAL WORK AUTHORIZATION

Enpro is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Legal authorization to work in the country of residence is required. For the United States, we will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future for this job.

This position involves access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant's capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.

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