For more than 100 years, Modine has solved the toughest thermal management challenges for mission-critical applications. Our purpose of Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™ means we are always evolving our portfolio of technologies to provide the latest heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions. Through the hard work of more than 11,000 employees worldwide, our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments advance our purpose with systems that improve air quality, reduce energy and water consumption, lower harmful emissions, enable cleaner running vehicles, and use environmentally friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit modine.com.
TEST ENGINEER II
The Test Engineer II will design, develop, and maintain structural laboratory testing capabilities that support internal and external customer requirements. Lead the technical execution of assigned structural testing programs while promoting safe, accurate, reliable, and efficient laboratory operations.
Serve as a technical resource for customers, technicians, other engineers, and project stakeholders by translating requirements into practical testing solutions, resolving technical issues, and delivering high-quality results. Support laboratory leadership with technical insight, prioritization, and continuous improvement.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, develop, and maintain structural testing capabilities, equipment, instrumentation, and procedures that support internal and external customer requirements.
- Lead the technical execution of structural testing programs from requirements review and test planning through test completion, data analysis, and final reporting.
- Develop and implement safe, reliable, and efficient test setups using appropriate methods, fixturing, instrumentation, data acquisition, and measurement techniques.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and infrastructure through calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, upgrade, and replacement activities.
- Evaluate customer specifications and testing requirements to determine technical feasibility and recommend appropriate testing approaches.
- Collaborate with customers, engineers, technicians, suppliers, and other stakeholders to support clear communication and successful project execution.
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and training to laboratory technicians and less-experienced engineers.
- Identify and implement improvements that enhance laboratory safety, quality, repeatability, efficiency, data integrity, and testing capabilities.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant technical experience.
- Working knowledge of engineering principles applicable to structural testing, mechanics, instrumentation, and measurement systems.
- Experience with data acquisition, test instrumentation, data analysis, and technical reporting.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and practical problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret customer specifications, engineering drawings, test standards, and technical requirements.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to work directly with customers and cross-functional teams.
- Sound project-management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a hands-on laboratory environment.
- High level of initiative, accountability, sound judgment, and commitment to safe work practices.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience designing or evaluating structural test fixtures and load paths.
- Experience with servo-hydraulic or electromechanical test systems, load frames, actuators, strain measurement, fatigue testing, or vibration testing.
- Experience supporting customer-facing testing programs or external laboratory services.
- Experience with quality systems, measurement system analysis, root-cause investigation, corrective action, or laboratory accreditation requirements.
- Experience guiding technicians or providing technical leadership on complex test programs.
NICE TO KNOW
- Primarily based in the Structural Laboratory and associated office areas.
- Requires regular work around laboratory equipment and test systems in accordance with established safety requirements.
Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.
This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) now or in the future. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.
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