Careers
Please e-mail us at inquiries@verticallaboratories.com with your resume if you’re interested in any of the openings listed below.
R&D Test Engineer
Job Description:
Our R&D environmental simulation laboratory is searching for a competent and experienced R&D Test Engineer with at least 4 years of experience to join our team. In this role, the successful applicant will research proper testing practices, run test equipment, and design and fabricate custom test set ups. This is an exciting opportunity to join a new test laboratory and shape the future of its success. If you have a strong background in testing and engineering, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
- Research test standards and creating test plans based on the needs of our customers.
-Program and verify high level equipment parameters for testing.
-Collaborate with Test Technicians and Quality Management Staff in order to ensure all company policies and procedures are implemented during testing.
-Operation of test machinery included but not limited to: Vibration Shaker, Shock tester, Temperature and Humidity Chambers, Thermal Shock Chamber, Salt Spray Chamber, Tensile Testers, and Thermal Vacuum Chamber.
-Design, fabricate, and verify custom test equipment and custom test set ups.
-Perform FEA analysis on test samples, vibration fixtures and test set ups.
-Stay current in best practices and investigate new methods of testing.
Requirements:
-Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
-Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. Degree in Mechatronics is ideal.
-Excellent analytical and problem solving skills. Keen eye for detail and a results driven approach.
-Excellent report and technical document writing skills.
-Impeccable communication, presentation and organizational skills.
-Excellent skills with Windows Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Visio and Outlook – must be able to chart and graph trends, create metrics, and track and monitor data.
-Strong root cause and trend analysis reporting skills.
-Excellent math abilities and working knowledge of data analysis and statistical methods.
-Ability to work independently to create and deliver testing results.
-Proficient in Solidworks CAD as well Solidworks Simulation. Static, Modal, and Vibration Analysis.
-Hands on machine shop skills using lathe, mill, welder and other machine shop equipment.
-CNC machining experience, rapid prototyping, LabVIEW and PLC programming a plus.
R&D Test Technician
Job Description:
Our R&D environmental simulation laboratory is searching for a competent and experienced Testing Technician to join our team. In this supervised role, the successful applicant will be responsible for performing mechanical and temperature related testing, data recording, and general lab duties. This is an exciting opportunity to join a new test laboratory and shape the future of its success. If you have a strong background in testing, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities and Day to Day Functions:
-Preparation, soldering, crimping, clamping, fixturing, assembly and labeling of samples to be tested.
-Perform automated and manual tests in accordance to laboratory quality documents and procedures.
-Accurate recording and reporting of test results, adjustment and operation of equipment, recognition of deviations resulting from equipment malfunction or observational errors.
-Organization of test data into a large database.
-Operation of test machinery included but not limited to: Vibration Shaker, Shock tester, Temperature and Humidity Chambers, Thermal Shock Chamber, Salt Spray Chamber, Tensile Testers, and Thermal Vacuum Chamber.
-Preventative maintenance of testing equipment and facilities.
-Apply technical instructions from engineers and technician manager as related to testing duties.
-Simple design and fabrication of test jigs and fixtures.
-Other laboratory related duties as needed.
-Daily use of calipers, micrometers, gauge blocks, microscopes, thermocouples, etc.
Requirements:
-Associates degree in related field, bachelor a plus.
-5 years’ experience in related field. Familiarity with telemetry (force sensors, accelerometers, temperature, pressure).
-Good mechanical intuition and/or hands-on experience with small electromechanical devices.
-Good written and verbal communication skills, working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
-Ability to follow verbal directions and written procedures.
-Able to work independently and as a team; enthusiasm and flexibility to learn new things.
-Must be able to multi-task, prioritize, and be self-motivated to follow through on assignments.
-Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
-Hands on individual comfortable with adjusting machinery; fabrications skills: machining, welding are a major plus.