Test Engineer

Advantages
Contract, Test Engineer
London ON
1 year contract (renewable)
$30.00 – 38.00/hr


Responsibilities

Key Job Elements:
•Assist in the setup and execution of component, sub-system and vehicle level tests Assist in the selection of appropriate instrumentation (transducers, data acquisition equipment, etc.) to satisfy test requirements
•Assemble and prepare instrumentation wiring
•Install and set up test instrumentation (transducers, wiring, data acquisition hardware, etc.) on test assets
•Operate data acquisition hardware and software during testing
•Manually record non-electronic data during testing
•Enhance test data quality through proper setup of test instrumentation (grounding, guarding, & shielding techniques, cable routing techniques, instrumentation calibrations & checks, etc.)
•Assist with test logs and files, etc. to support full and complete test documentation
•Remove test instrumentation and equipment from unit under test upon completion of testing
•Maintain instrumentation in working order
•Clean and repair instrumentation upon completion of testing
•Always conduct in-house and off-site testing activities safely in accordance with safe work practices
•Help maintain instrumentation inventory and calibration records, etc.


Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
•University degree or College Diploma in relevant engineering disciplines
•Superior oral and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
•Ability to travel (5% Cdn) and (5% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
•Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Requirements for confined space
•“Hands-on” experience in soldering techniques, cable and wire preparation, basic wiring and circuit techniques, small tool operation, etc.
•Familiarity with test equipment (oscilloscopes, multi-meters, etc.)
•Able to read electrical/electronic schematic drawings
•Some familiarity and experience with MS Word and Excel
•Willing and able to work outdoors under less-than-ideal weather conditions and surroundings
•Willing and able to work extended workdays including weekends when necessary
•Valid driver’s permit

Preferred Qualifications:
•Introductory knowledge of transducers and data acquisition equipment
•Some knowledge and experience in test and measurements
•Familiarity with photo and video editing software and techniques
•Able to read hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and mechanical engineering drawings
•Demonstrated ability to manage and perform duties with minimal supervision
•Basic knowledge of setup and operation of transducers (accelerometers, pressure transducers, flowmeters, thermocouples, RTDs, Load cells, strain gauges, LVDTs, etc.) and data acquisition equipment


Summary

Questions?
I can be reached at dawn.urbanowicz@randstad.ca

While we at Randstad Engineering appreciate all applicants who apply, only those selected for a preliminary interview will be contacted.


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