Lead Test Engineer

National Carwash Solutions has grown over the past 45 years to become North America’s largest equipment, service, and cleaning solutions provider in the car wash industry. Our world-class brands are backed by the largest service network in the country with more than 300 dedicated service professionals and growing! Come join us for an extraordinary career in a high growth, team-oriented company!

Job Duties:

• Work with the Product Engineers to coordinate concept development by supporting prototyping: parts sourcing, fabrication, installation and operation
• Work with the Product Engineers to develop the test plan and fixtures required
• Build and fabricate parts and/or assemblies or testing equipment
• Implement and operate test equipment, instrumentation and sensors 
• Manage prototype/components testing and collect data
• Consolidate, analyze, and report test data
• Maintain test data for reusable knowledge by Product Engineering team
• Develop and maintain standard operating and testing procedures 
• Read and interpret written specifications, sketches and verbal direction for making sample parts for continuous process, product, and cost improvement activities
• Run Model shop equipment: plasma cutter, mill, lathe, drill press, bender, shear, 3D printer and any other equipment within the Model shop
• Manage multiple projects in accordance with predetermined completion dates
• Build and maintain model shop prototype and testing schedules. Attend project update meetings to keep the schedule up to date
• Participate in design and system integration reviews
• Recommend design options for fabrication of parts/assemblies/testing equipment
• Coordinating 3rd party laboratory testing 
• Coordinating shipping and receiving of parts and equipment related to prototyping and testing
• Supporting changes, maintenance and infrastructure for engineering equipment and model shop
• Collaboration with other teams 
• Work effectively under pressure, highly motivated, exercise good judgment, and maintain confidentiality
• Work “hands-on” with other engineering and shop personnel in equipment development
• Comply with all applicable OSHA, EPA, local regulatory laws, and company safety  policies
• Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of this position at any time

Qualifications: 

• Minimum of 2 year degree from an accredited technical school
• Minimum of 5 years as a test engineer or related experience 
• Skilled in developing test plans and fixtures, operating test equipment, collecting data and analysis of outcomes
• Skilled in the use of hand tools and the use and setup of shop tools including: 3D printers, welders, drill presses, lathes, vertical milling machine, handbrakes and power shears
• Ability to develop and maintain project timelines
• Experience reading electrical prints and wiring accordingly 
• Mechanical aptitude with ability to complete mathematical calculation as required
• Competency in reading and interpreting part drawings and sketches
• Experience with 2D/3D CAD, SolidWorks products 
• Experience in extracting data from MRP/ERP system
• Strong communication skills required, both verbal and written
• Ability to work well within a team environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Life-long learner and willing to learn new technologies
• Perform the responsibilities of the position at a satisfactory level of efficiency 
• Maintain a satisfactory attendance record
• Must maintain confidentiality of employee, department, and company business
• Comply with company rules, policies, and decisions

Physical Requirements

• Must stoop, bend, reach, walk; perform repetitive motions using hands to grasp, push, pull or do fine manipulations
• Required to stand or sit for prolonged periods
• Intermittently lift light to medium weight up to 50 lbs.

Grow your career supported by an energized and passionate team, professional development, training, flexibility and opportunities for advancement. We offer competitive wages and benefits including comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, matching 401(k), paid time off and more.

National Carwash Solutions is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, sex age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, education, political affiliation or veteran status.