Engineer I

About the role

The selected individual will be responsible for setting up and operating test equipment, executing mechanical tests on composite materials according to standard methods, ensuring safety and efficiency in testing, reviewing and processing test requests, coordinating scheduling and prioritizing testing, tracking test status, identifying anomalies or nonconforming results, troubleshooting test or equipment issues, supporting corrective actions, performing equipment maintenance, calibration, and maintaining compliance records, documenting procedures/results, and supporting SOP updates and lab process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate test equipment, including universal test machines and instrumentation
• Execute mechanical tests on composite materials per standard methods (e.g., ASTM)
• Ensure safe, efficient testing in compliance with internal procedures
• Review and process test requests for accuracy and completeness
• Cook up and prioritize testing with engineers and technicians
• Track test status and maintain traceability of materials, specimens, and data
• Review test data for accuracy and identify anomalies or nonconforming results
• Perform equipment maintenance, calibration, and maintain compliance records
• Document procedures/results and support SOP updates and lab process improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
• 0–2 years of experience (internships, co-ops, or lab coursework acceptable)
• Hands-on lab experience preferred
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting mindset
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data and identify trends
• Effective communication and collaboration with engineers, technicians, and lab leadership
• High attention to detail and commitment to data quality
• Familiarity with composite materials or materials characterization (preferred)
• Basic understanding of engineering test standards (e.g., ASTM) (preferred)
• Experience with data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab) and/or mechanical or strain instrumentation (preferred)