Test Engineer

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

Job Description

Eurofins E&E is seeking a Test Engineer to perform, document, and oversee product testing in accordance with national and international standards. This role is responsible for developing test plans, executing environmental and electrical tests, analyzing data, and preparing engineering reports. The Test Engineer works directly with customers, technicians, and internal teams to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely test execution in a fast‑paced laboratory environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and maintain environmental testing equipment, including thermal chambers, vibration tables, shock testers, and humidity control systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment failures, calibration issues, and test anomalies to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 17025, ASTM, MIL-STD-810, IEC 60068, ISTA, and other regulatory standards.
• Assist in root cause analysis and corrective actions (RCCA, FMEA, FTA, Six Sigma techniques) for test failures.
• Work with test engineers and technicians to optimize testing procedures and improve operational efficiency.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for equipment maintenance and test execution.
• Support regulatory audits and accreditation processes by ensuring all test systems meet certification requirements.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives in reliability testing, lab efficiency, and process automation.
• Train lab personnel on proper test setup, equipment operation, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Collaborate with customers to address technical inquiries, review test plans, and recommend solutions for environmental testing challenges.

Employee Standards:

• Support department objectives and company goals
• Be a team player
• Sustain a positive, enthusiastic and professional attitude at all times
• Accommodate requests with a smile and “can do” attitude
• Adhere to manager directives
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
• Arrive on time, properly dressed and prepared to work
• Perform all duties in a timely, accurate, honest, and professional manner
• Communicate with customers professionally and in accordance with customer service standards
• Be respectful of others

Reporting:

This position reports directly to the Manager of the Environmental Simulation Laboratory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in environmental testing, sustaining engineering, or reliability engineering.
• Hands-on experience with climatic, mechanical, and corrosion test equipment.
• Knowledge of data acquisition, test automation, and analysis tools (e.g., LabVIEW, MATLAB, Minitab, Python).
• Familiarity with failure analysis, predictive maintenance, and statistical process control (SPC).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to follow mechanical and electrical setup diagrams/instructions
• Basic understanding of physics, electricity, and electronics
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused testing environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working in an ISO 17025-accredited laboratory.
• Certification in Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE), Six Sigma, or ASQ Quality Engineering.
• Background in product validation, shock, and climate testing for aerospace, automotive, medical devices, or consumer electronics.

• Familiarity with battery testing, HALT/HASS, or accelerated life testing methodologies.
• MIL-STD-810
• Automotive standard (LV124, VW80000, ISO 16750)
• The right candidate could receive a senior title for this position.

Requirements:

• Ability to maintain confidentially
• Needs to be receptive to and accept guidance from others
• Ability to deal with difficult people and problems
• Able to work well in a team environment
• Able to work in a diverse group of people
• Attention to detail
• Willing to work overtime as necessary
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Travel as needed according to company guidelines

Physical Demands:

• Able to stand or sit for long periods of time
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to climb ladders and use scissor lifts to mount devices, such as antennas
• Ability to safely use power tools and perform light machining

Additional Information

Compensation:

• $40 to $55 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday 9am to 5pm

What we offer:

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA Consumer Product Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.