Test Engineer

Description

Since 1948 Follett Products, LLC has led the industry in designing and manufacturing high-quality, innovative ice storage bins, ice storage and transport systems, ice machines, ice and water dispensers, ice and beverage dispensers, and medical-grade refrigerators and freezers for the food service and healthcare industries.

Follett has an opportunity for a Test Engineer to join our Engineering team!

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; paid holidays; retirement plan with company match and much more.

Job Summary : 

Performs test lab initiatives for the qualification of products for safety, performance, and reliability under the direction of the engineering team. Performs and documents qualification tests for new and/or modified products or product components. Selects and specifies test equipment and procedures; conducts tests and experiments; records, evaluates, and analyzes data; and reports findings.

Essential Functions:

· Performs test lab activities to ensure safe, accurate & timely completion of product qualification testing; monitors and controls lab test activities to maintain an organized and productive lab workspace.

· Reviews and understands electrical safety standards from UL, CSA, IEC, and other domestic and international agencies. Performs testing in accordance with the standards as a part of pre-compliance qualification or data submittal programs.

· Operates and maintains equipment and instruments needed for laboratory use; identifies & develops standard and specialized test methods & procedures for product qualification testing to validate product safety, performance, and reliability.

· Works with engineers to conceptualize, develop, and verify new test methods to support product, sub-system, or component development. This applies to product development, compliance, and reliability-related testing. 

· Maintains standard test procedures for review with auditing bodies such as UL, Intertek, or NSF. Manages technical communication with third-party certification bodies. 

· Conducts various tests or experiments, including completion and modification of test setups or procedures; operates standard test equipment and units under test.

· Constructs components, assemblies, models, or adapts standard equipment when necessary. Investigates and resolves operational problems associated with the unit under test and/or the test set-up.

· Participates in the development and refinement of product designs through design reviews and interaction with Engineering staff. Conducts testing, advises, and writes reports to support the DVP&R process for development projects. 

· Provides technical and other progress reports as required via written communication and oral presentations.

Requirements

  Qualifications: 

· Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology preferred or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

· A minimum of 5 - 10 years of professional electromechanical or electronics experience in a manufacturing or laboratory environment.

· Intermediate to advanced understanding of electromechanical control systems, components, and troubleshooting techniques.

· Demonstrated experience working with both AC (single and 3-phase) and DC power in machinery or appliances and associated safety practices.

· Demonstrated product qualification testing knowledge and experience; product safety, performance, and reliability test procedures and processes.

· Experience conducting safety compliance in appliances or a similar industry a plus.

· Ability to create, perform, and document test plans and procedures.

· Knowledge and experience with relevant product electrical and mechanical safety and performance test standards and regulations for the U.S. and global marketplace such as UL, NSF, CE, DOE, AHRI/ASHRAE, etc. 

· Knowledge and experience with refrigeration systems, operational theory, practical application, safety, and troubleshooting a plus. 

· Laboratory quality management system experience to ISO/IEC Standard 17025 a plus.

· Knowledgeable & proficient in the use of data collection systems, and measurement of pressure, temperature, force, current, voltage, frequency, power, etc.

 · Working knowledge of NI LabView package a plus.

· Demonstrates a willingness to learn new (and existing) tools and methods for application that will benefit the Follett product development process. 

· Proficient in PC use and spreadsheet/database software.

· Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office.

If you meet the position's qualifications and are looking for an exciting and challenging career with growth opportunities, then Follett is the place for you. Follett Products, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.