Senior Test & Evaluation Engineer

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external customers

• Define and assess with product engineering details of required prototype

• Evaluate and propose most suitable prototype manufacturing process

• Design, develop, operate & maintain complex test equipment and automated data acquisition systems, using programming applications such as LabVIEW, FlexLogger, DIAdem, and DeltaV.

• Build and integrate custom test systems using National Instruments (NI) hardware and electromechanical components 

• Analyze experimental results and prepare clear, data-driven engineering reports including conclusions and recommendations

• Create, document, and implement engineering best practices 

• Interpret industry standards that pertain to HPBV testing and coordinate testing associated with certification.

• Provide technical input and direction to the design and evaluation of new product concepts, including conceptualization, design review, and testing of complex products.

• Lead future development of lab space specific to Isolation Valve testing. 

• Drive efficiency, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory 

• Mentor and support other engineers while promoting best practices and continuous learning

• Work effectively in a global and local team with the ability to work independently in local test facility to drive projects forward.

• Leverage expertise in valve test methods and lead continuous improvement and implementation of test technologies across the global labs

• Perform additional duties or special projects as assigned by the Engineering Manager

• Proven competency and experience with data acquisition systems and instrumentation of mechanical systems 

• Strong analytical, problem solving, critical thinking and decision-making skills

• Demonstrated commitment to safety and risk management in planning process

• Ability to apply fundamental knowledge of mathematics and physical sciences to real-world applications supporting the development of products, test equipment, test procedures, and measurement techniques.

• Background in machine design, material selection and manufacturing methods

• Working experience in CAD software, such as Inventor, AutoCAD, Solidwork.

• Experience with pressure retaining materials, material coatings, and wear mechanisms

• Background in machine design, material selection and manufacturing methods

• Hands on experience with design/certification standards like EN 12516, ASME standards, API 609, AWWA, ISO15848, API 607, TSx, SIL etc. 

• New product designs, development, hands on experience with design verification tools such as 6σ, GD&T, DFMEA, QFD, DFM/A and engineering calculations

• Strong communication skills 

• Must be well organized, detail oriented and capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously   

• Willingness to work outside traditional work hours to interact with supporting locations globally

Minimum Educational Requirements: 

• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering discipline

• English fluent – verbal and writing, any additional language is a plus

Minimum Work Experience Required:

• Min. of 8 years related experience with min. of 5 years in the area of industrial valves 

• Experience in matrix organization with skip level reporting

• Experience working with remote/global teams