Test Lab Job Description
Test lab
provides technical resources and training (to R&D) for functional testing/engineering, mechanical and electronic instrumentation and data acquisition.
Test Lab Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Troubleshoot and repair of industrial automation equipment, including knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical systems (cams, gears, ), and industrial electronics
Operate niche and key reliability test equipment including materials characterization
Perform the set-up, running a wide variety of reliability environmental, mechanical and chemical testing, HALT/HASA testing, chambers operation and electrical tests per reliability engineer requirements, maintenance/ basic calibration of test equipment and environmental chambers, write test programs for reliability testing and characterization, and assist in selection of new reliability lab equipment
Completes measurement method analysis (GRR), gage correlation studies
Outline test strategies, definitions, and plans as necessary to test devices to product specs
Create or update all required test procedures and train engineers and technicians on how to implement reliability testing
Ensure all tests are execute per plan and within specifications outlined
Monitors product on test (understands test suites), and test equipment for faults and diagnoses and corrects equipment issues
Maintains test data files, and databases and reports test status and non-conformances to engineering teams
Completes data trend and variation analysis and creates engineering reports
Test Lab Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Test Lab
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: EPA, ISO, CCNA, 9001, OSHA, QS, ASE, CCNP, HVAC, FAA
Education for Test Lab
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the test lab job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Associate and Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Technical, Education, Associates, Science, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Military
Skills for Test Lab
Desired skills for test lab include:
Hydraulics
Mechanical systems
Pneumatics
Industrial electronics
Data acquisition
Oscilloscopes
IEC/NEMA/UL Standards
Instrumentation and basic electronics
Lab systems and processes
MIL-specification and Aerospace specification testing
Desired experience for test lab includes:
Contributes to lab continuous improvement efforts, with participation in development of operating procedures, test methods, and error-proofing
Verification of test accuracy prior to communicating results to a large audience
Communication of test status to the lead or subsystem reliability engineer as required
Provide written report of system/component functional and reliability testing
Lead a team of technicians as required
Contributions on a minimum of 3 consumer electronic products shipped
Test Lab Examples
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Test Lab Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of test lab. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for test lab
- When required, perform a wide variety of tests on a broad spectrum of materials
- Manage test facilities to assure functional, performance, and operational acceptance test scenarios for McAfee, ForeScout, and Splunk products which support network monitoring, device detection, endpoint software inventory, configuration compliance assessments, and vulnerability detection
- Coordinate with tests engineering staff to set up a representative lab environment for user, integration and pre-production test efforts
- Setup system test lab in our Rancho Cordova, CA location
- This includes equipment/parts ordering, lab network setup, pump carts validation, travelling to RC on as needed basis to help bring up the system test lab
- Setup test automation lab in San Diego for 24/7 stress, performance & regression testing
- Test system setup and maintenance (CORE/s5/BUB/cabling/peripherals/BIOTEK/Hemodynamic system, etc)
- Master system compatibility list maintenance
- Pump cart validation and maintenance
- Lab network & test PC setup and maintenance
Qualifications for test lab
- Proficient with MS Office including Excel formulas and charts, word and power point
- Fluent in English with good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
- Successful completion of intern or co-op program in an engines environment
- A working knowledge of data collection and communication systems and their operation, including AVL Lynx and CAN/Ethernet Communication protocol
- Associate’s degree in a related Technical or Engineering field preferred
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Our innovative and growing company is looking for a test lab. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for test lab
- Prepare and install test units in the test facility in order to simulate field installation conditions
- Develop test facilities and test capabilities in support of prototype spacecraft development
- Identify, recommend, and coordinate installation and implementation of test equipment
- Ensure that all test lab equipment is maintained and calibrated
- Recruit, train and manage test engineers, and technicians
- Provide day-to-day supervision of test staff, including assigning and overseeing work
- Establish and maintain test schedules to support space vehicle and subsystems development timelines
- Collaborate with headquarters test lab and develop outside resources as necessary to complement the engineering test lab’s capabilities and capacity to address scheduling issues
- Manage budgets for Test Lab including operational requirements, personnel, equipment, and material purchases
- Develop Test procedures and processes to support prototyping development
Qualifications for test lab
- Experience of working with vendors and external test labs
- Maintain top level professional integrity and appearance as an experienced Laboratory Technician
- Extensive knowledge of methods, techniques, parts, tools and fixtures used in the testing of automotive materials
- Ability to operate and maintain a wide variety of hand tools and power tools for the maintenance of laboratory apparatus
- Ability to operate and use diagnostic performance monitoring tools
- An Associate Degree in Materials Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgy, Polymer Technology or an appropriate equivalent
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a test lab. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for test lab
- Assist in the maintenance of test equipment to maintain good operational condition by performing routine maintenance or making minor repairs or adjustments
- Manages the activities of a team with the responsibility for driving results, managing costs and supporting the development of staff and processes
- Provides guidance and coaching to supervisors and team members within the framework of established company policies
- Analyzes metrics and identifies key needs within the structure of the team to maintain the support provided
- Manages direction to technicians and supervisors in the application of process, procedures, and troubleshooting /repair of complex instruments or testing equipment
- Ensures resources maintain compliance with quality process and standards
- Establishes and maintains lines of communication with engineering and software development on design, reliability and maintenance issues
- Manages and champions trainings to improve technical knowledge of the support team
- Estimates timeframes for complex projects and oversee the completion of assignments within specified time, quality, and cost parameters
- Identifies process improvement and verification activities
Qualifications for test lab
- Experience in a lab related environment or Engineering field preferred
- Excellent organization skills with an eye for detail
- A minimum of 5 years of automotive experience as an Laboratory Test Technician
- Highly experienced candidates without a degree may also be considered
- AS or BS degree in ME/EE/CS or equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a test lab. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for test lab
- Provides support to OEM and Aftermarket Operations within a shared working environment to meet OTD and necessary turn-times
- Communicates effectively with a vast spectrum of personnel within the facility other Eaton test labs, outside tests labs, and scientific peers
- Installing, initiating, and monitoring the engineering tests for the lab
- Under minimum supervision, assists with set-up and general testing of tools
- Assist with testing of current experimental, probational, and special tools in simulated field conditions
- Assembles equipment according to engineering specifications
- Assist in operation and maintenance of machinery and test fixtures
- Support new test method development and process improvement projects
- Prepares records, charts, and graphs of results for presentation to engineering to identify yield problems or test new products
- Executes experiments as requested by superiors
Qualifications for test lab
- Experience in high volume, consumer electronic development and manufacturing coordination
- 3-5+ years of experience in physical testing and analysis of electrical systems (AC and High Voltage DC experience preferred)
- Automotive component/system testing and/or electrical system testing, including certification testing
- Must have state HVAC certification
- 5+ years of experience in the cycling industry – bonus points for previous experience as a laboratory technician with outstanding safety etiquette
- Establish and maintain test lab set up and upgrade procedures
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Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of test lab. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for test lab
- Analyze experimental data and develop conclusions
- Battery pack assembly to support in house testing
- Test rig design and build
- Preparation of detailed work instructions, process documents and standard test methods
- Responsible for maintaining stocks of parts to support battery pack builds
- Assist Lab Owners with day-to-day running of the lab
- Maintain database of hundreds of test equipment items (Probes, measurement devices, power supplies)
- Interface with engineering to supply needed test equipment
- Coaches and trains others
- Responsible for performing tests per submitted requests and customer instructions in order to produce reliable and precise data following the test lab process flow
Qualifications for test lab
- Have proven experience creating and reading 2 dimensional drawings with geometric dimensioning and tolerances (GD&T)
- Proficient computer skills including MS Word, Excel, AutoCAD and/or Proe/Creo
- Knowledge of analog and RF circuit design and troubleshooting concepts
- Working knowledge of Xilinx FPGA based designs for Software Defined Radios
- Knowledge of Altera products a plus
- Familiarity with part inspection using basic hand held tools for first article inspection