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You will help ensure accurate test execution, reliable data, and clear technical reporting while contributing to improvements in laboratory capabilities and testing methodologies\n\nOur Team\nYou will be part of the Product Testing / Reliability / Quality Lab team and report to the Lab Manager. You will collaborate with Product Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Reliability Engineering teams to support product testing and validation\n\nWhat You Will Do\nPerform mechanical and electrical testing of connector products in accordance with applicable industry standards and internal test procedures.\nOperate Universal Testing Machines (UTM) and other laboratory equipment to evaluate force, durability, and product performance.\nExecute test plans, analyze results, document observations, and communicate clear technical conclusions.\nPrepare test reports, technical documentation, and presentations for key stakeholders.\nSupport product development, qualification, validation, and failure analysis activities.\nTroubleshoot testing issues and recommend appropriate corrective actions.\nMaintain laboratory safety, quality, equipment calibration, and testing requirements.\nCollaborate with Product Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Reliability Engineering teams to address testing needs.\nCoach and mentor engineers and technicians on testing methodologies and laboratory practices.\nEvaluate new testing technologies, equipment, and methodologies that can enhance laboratory efficiency and capabilities.\nContribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory\n\nWho You Are (Basic Qualifications)\nBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.\n3-5 years of experience in laboratory testing, product testing, or quality testing.\nHands-on experience using Universal Testing Machines (UTM) and force-testing methodologies.\nExperience conducting mechanical and electrical testing of connector products.\nExperience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, test requirements, and test results and preparing technical reports\n\nWhat Will Put You Ahead\nExperience supporting product qualification, validation, or failure analysis activities.\nExperience coaching or mentoring engineers or technicians in laboratory testing methodologies.\nExperience evaluating or implementing new laboratory testing technologies, equipment, or methodologies.\nExperience supporting laboratory continuous-improvement initiatives\nAt Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. 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