Job Description
Who We Are:
The Structural Dynamics and Product Assurance team is committed to delivering precise and innovative testing solutions. By rigorously evaluating functionality, structural integrity, and environmental compatibility, we help prevent costly failures in the field. Our testing conditions simulate the most adverse and extreme environments these systems might encounter during storage, transportation, and operation, guaranteeing unparalleled performance and safety. We are seeking a knowledgeable test engineer to join us in pushing the boundaries of excellence and innovation in testing methodologies.
Objectives of this Role:
- Develop and manage comprehensive proposals, schedules, and test plans for a wide variety of environmental testing projects with several overlapping at a time.
- Design custom tests and oversee custom and standard test execution, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
- Communicate effectively with technicians and customers, resolving issues and providing updates.
- Create high quality detailed test reports and analysis, leveraging tools like ANSYS for analysis and SolidWorks for design work.
- Foster collaboration within the team to deliver innovative and high-quality testing solutions.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
- Design and implement unique testing methodologies tailored to customer needs, often focusing on test standards such as UL, UN, IEC, MIL-STD, and ASTM.
- Draft, manage, and deliver testing proposals, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and industry standards.
- Prepare and present detailed test reports and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
- Monitor and manage test execution, budget, and scope, coordinating with technicians and addressing any issues that arise.
- Communicate proactively with customers about test progress, results, and troubleshooting measures.
- Perform business development activities for testing area of focus.
Requirements:
- Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Industrial Engineering or similar engineering degree field with related experience.
- 5+ years: Experience with technical writing and communication. Proficient in writing clear proposals and test reports. Strong verbal skills to communicate with customers.
- 1-5 years: Project management and testing familiarity. Able to manage test projects, execute projects, and troubleshoot issues. Able to use the tools associated with Project Management effectively. Knowledge of and operation under quality systems is preferred.
- 5+ years: Skilled in validating test data using tools like LABVIEW, MATLAB, or Excel. Ensures accuracy in test results. Knowledge of selecting test instrumentation and applying standards like MIL-STD-810 and IEC 60068.
- 5+ years: Designing, running, validating, or overseeing at least one (or a combination) of the following tests: Vibration, Mechanical Shock, Seismic, Thermal, Temperature Cycle, Altitude, Weathering / Corrosion, and Water Ingress.
- A valid/clear driver's license is required.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | San Antonio, TX |
| Industry | Engineering Services |
| Company Size | 2,000 to 2,499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1947 |
| Website | http://www.swri.org/ |
Benefits
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Professional Development, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Care on Site, Merchandise Discounts, Military Leave, On Site Cafeteria
About Company
We are R&D problem solvers providing independent, premier services to government and industry clients. Our multidisciplinary nature allows us to rapidly assemble diverse teams to tackle problems from multiple directions. We push the boundaries of science and technology to develop innovative solutions that advance the state of the art and improve human health and safety. Operating as a nonprofit since our 1947 inception, we work in the public’s best interest and toward the betterment of mankind. At SwRI, we tirelessly pursue innovation and excellence in science and technology for the betterment of humankind. We support work on nearly 4,000 client projects at any given time through a wide range of technical competencies with 2,574 staff members in nine technical divisions. Client services include, but are not limited to, Automotive and Transportation, Biomedical & Health, Chemistry & Materials, Computers and Electronics, Defense & Security, Earth & Space, Energy & Environment, and Manufacturing & Construction.
TECHNICAL DIVISIONS
- Applied Physics-Developing advanced electronic and microelectronic devices, power supplies, voice and data communication systems, robot test services, and payloads
- Applied Power-Using physical science research and applied engineering to produce sensors, instruments, and hardware used worldwide.
- Center for Nuclear Waste Regulatory Analyses-Resolving technical and regulatory issues related to a potential geologic repository for spent nuclear fule and high-level radioactive waste.
- Chemistry and Chemical Engineering-Performing research and technical services using chemistry and chemical engineering technology.
- Defense and & Intelligence Solutions-Providing advanced direction finding and tracking systems through geolocation system development.
- Fuels and Lubricants Research-Performing fuels and lubricants research activities to meet regulatory and competitive goals.
- Intelligent Systems-Providing engineering services in resaerch and development of complex systems and equipment.
- Mechanical Engineering-Improving safety, reliability, efficiency and life of new or existing mechanical components or systems.
- Powertrain Engineering-Designing and developing vehicle and engine components to achieve performance and emissions goals.
- Space Science & Engineering-Developing and managing advanced scientific payloads aboard satellites and sounding rockets.
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Innovation in science and technology has been a hallmark of Southwest Research Institute since its earliest days. It's no exaggeration to say we are committed to advancing science and applying technology to benefit government, industry, and all humankind. That is our mission. Our multidisciplinary, collaborative approach allows us to successfully solve clients' most challenging problems. Today, we are a leader among independent, nonprofit research and development organizations. Our staff of 2,574 scientists, engineers, analysts, and support staff members continues to accomplish outstanding fundamental and applied engineering and research for clients from diverse segments of government and industry. Adam L. Hamilton, P.E, President and CEO
IN THE COMMUNITY
Our staff is expert at developing solutions that help build a better tomorrow today; and that practical, innovative spirit carries through to our community interactions. Staff members generously donate time and outher resources to support food drives, blood drives, and other
outreach programs.
HONORS AND AWARDS
Southwest Research Institute has earned 43 R&D 100 awards since 1971. Each year R&D Magazine recognizes developments regarded as among the 100 most significant technical accomplishments. The Chicago Tribune dubbed the program "the Oscars of Invention".
Skills
- Acceptance Testingunmatched
- Aerospace Engineeringunmatched
- Analysis Skillsunmatched
- Budgetingunmatched
- Business Developmentunmatched
- Civil Engineeringunmatched
- Communication Skillsunmatched
- Continuous Improvementunmatched
- Data Qualityunmatched
- Driver's Licenseunmatched
- Electrical Engineeringunmatched
- Field Trialsunmatched
- Industrial Engineeringunmatched
- Industry Standardsunmatched
- Instrumentationunmatched
- International Electro-Technical Commission (IEC)unmatched
- LabVIEW Programming Languageunmatched
- MATLABunmatched
- Maintain Complianceunmatched
- Materials Engineeringunmatched
- Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
- Mechanical Testingunmatched
- Military/DoD Standardsunmatched
- Physicsunmatched
- Precision Testingunmatched
- Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
- Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
- Project/Program Managementunmatched
- Proposal Developmentunmatched
- Proposal Scheduleunmatched
- Proposal Writingunmatched
- Quality Assurance Methodologyunmatched
- Regulatory Complianceunmatched
- Resolve Customer Issuesunmatched
- SolidWorksunmatched
- Structural Evaluationunmatched
- Technical Writingunmatched
- Test Dataunmatched
- Test Designunmatched
- Test Plan/Scheduleunmatched
- Testingunmatched
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