Looking for Mechanical Test Engineer - Torrance, CA

TITLE: MECHANICAL TEST ENGINEER

LOCATION: TORRANCE, CA

DURATION: 9MONTHS +

PAY RATE: $50.60/HOUR ON W2

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

- Candidate must have a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited Engineering program
- Candidate must have 5 or more years of broad Mechanical Engineer and/or related experience designing, planning, organizing and managing mechanical and/or test facility systems required to test pneumatic, hydraulic, refrigeration, heat exchangers, high-speed turbo-machinery components and systems.

DESCRIPTION:

- The Mechanical Test Engineer assumes the role of a test lead in organizing, planning, coordinating, and executing test projects and programs.
- We are looking for an individual with strong project management, leadership and ownership abilities, proven broad experience in Mechanical Engineering, as well as mechanical test engineering skills.
- Performs and coordinates test design, development and/or analysis functions on advanced and complex engineering test projects.
- Leads, manages and executes test programs.
- Develops solutions to technical problems specifically assigned or as they arise by applying advanced physical science, and engineering technologies.
- Designs and/or develops test systems for new products and unique equipment to meet specific requirements of customer orders.
- Develops and assesses equipment, tooling gauges, or acceptance equipment and processing methods required to test complex components and assemblies.
- Specifies, initiates, and coordinates acquisition of resources and techniques.
- Independently determines and develops approach to solutions.
- Participates in establishing operating procedures on new test systems and components.
- Compiles cost estimates and delivery quotations, monitors performance, and prepares reports, statistics, and recommendations for management review.
- Plans and performs engineering test programs and uses project management tools; advanced statistical and scientific methods to address and resolve engineering problems.
- Interacts with design agencies and suppliers to assist in resolving test design, test development, and acceptance issues.
- Prepares evaluation reports, analyzes discrepancies, makes recommendations for and initiates the most cost effective improvements for test equipment, procedures, or operating processes that improve productivity and quality and reduce process time.
- Provides project leadership and technical guidance on complex engineering projects.