What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Test Engineer position at Vortex Optics?
Description
Do you like to understand a product’s abilities? Does the idea of breaking something and determining the reason excite you? Do you like being a part of a tight-knit team? Does being a part of an organization still growing and developing interest you? If so, a role within our Test and Evaluation department is for you!
As a Product Test Engineer, you will be responsible for defining, performing, analyzing, interpreting, and documenting tests for all of Vortex Optics’ products. Join our team and be a part of ensuring we produce world class products!
What You’ll Be Doing
- Execute test methods to provide ample data on product capabilities.
- Analyze and interpret data collected during testing to explain what happened.
- Create, and peer review, test reports for proper documentation of testing and results.
- Support customers by communicating and explaining test results in a clear manner.
- Collaborate with other T&E engineers and New Product Development engineers to develop test methods based on product need and/or field failures.
- Be a part of department growth by suggesting equipment, test methods, and team building.
- Find areas for personal growth based on department needs and personal interests.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Physics. Experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Self-motivated to dive into research and topics not currently understood.
- Good verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Ability to communicate cross-functionally and work in a team environment.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Time management skills with the ability to meet deadline expectations.
- Proficient with MS Office Suite – Excel and PowerPoint critical.
Preferred Experience and Skills
- At least 1 year of Engineering experience (including internships) with some experience performing testing.
- Experience with SolidWorks or other CAD software and LabView is beneficial.
- Previous experience with electronics and wiring simple systems.
Additional Requirements
- Must be willing to travel to vendors, partners, and factories to include both domestic and foreign travel. Estimated domestic travel averages 1-2 days per month. Estimated foreign travel averages 1 trip per year.
When you join Team Vortex, you’ll enjoy:
- Great health, dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- 401(k), life insurance and short- and long-term disability
- Employee Ownership Opportunities
- Various onsite amenities including a fitness center, a nature preserve with walking trails and dog friendly work areas
- Neighboring daycare facility
- Casual and flexible work environment
- Employee discounts on industry leading products
- Many more excellent benefits and employee perks
What’s it like to join Team Vortex?
From the production floor to the repair room, from consumer sales to new product development, we’re a growing team of makers and doers, working together to give our customers an experience they’ll never forget. Our employees thrive in situations that require demonstrating our core values:
- About You
- Customer is King
- Willingness to Shovel Snow
- Be the Buffalo
Every Vortex product that leaves our door is covered by our Very Important Promise (VIP) Warranty. The Vortex VIP Warranty simply means, if you ever have a concern, issue or want to order a Vortex product, you will be met with a customer experience that will exceed all expectations! Our promise is unlimited, unconditional and lasts a lifetime. Whether your Vortex role is in Sales, Customer Service, IT, Marketing, Finance, NPD or Operations, every day starts with supporting that promise and PUTTING THE CUSTOMER FIRST!
*Must already be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer.
*This is a full-time, onsite position located in Barneveld, WI.
