Product Test Engineer

About Ergotron:
Ergotron, Inc. is a global leader in designing ergonomic solutions that connect people and technology to enhance human performance, health and happiness. Through its 40+-year history, Ergotron has led the industry with innovative, professional-grade products and customer-focused service. The company has earned more than 200 patents and through the Technology of Movement™, established a growing portfolio of products and solutions to help create environments that promote wellness, productivity and efficiency.
Ergotron is headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, with a strong presence in North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit www.ergotron.com .

Position Summary:
Responsible for supporting testing activities related to new and existing company products. Designs, builds, and documents test fixtures. Automates tests using control software and hardware. Collaborate with all departments within the company to ensure that product requirements are met and products are built to last.

Position Responsibilities:

- Designs, performs and supports new product development tests, product audit tests, and other testing as requested.

- Independently determines appropriate test methods, equipment, and acceptance criteria based on product requirements and applicable standards.

- Create and document test fixtures and procedures.

- Author and revise design verification methods and procedures

- Verification of test set-ups and the performance of the product or part under test.

- Support FMEA and DRVP reviews. Evaluate new products and ensure design specifications are met.

- Collect test data, analyze test results, identify root causes of failures and publish test reports that provide engineering recommendations to design teams that inform product decisions.

- Support maintenance and calibration of test lab equipment.

- Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Use PPE as required.

- Additional duties as requested.

- Supports site specific QMS initiatives for continuous process improvement.
Position Requirements (Knowledge and Experience):

- Bachelors Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or similar Engineering.

- 1-5 years relevant work experience in mechanical testing/lab environment.

- Strong written/verbal communication skills including technical terminology and report writing.

- Attention to detail, ability to follow written procedures, and organizational skills.

- Mechanically inclined, self-motivated, and capable of handling and prioritizing multiple projects in parallel.

- Hands on experience in mechanical product testing, pneumatics, and data acquisition.

- Experience with safety standards testing i.e. UL, IEC, BIFMA is a preferred.

- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Sharepoint)

- Experience with 3D CAD software, LabView user interfaces, and other test software.

- Able to lift up to 50 lbs. Able to stand for extended periods of time.

- Able to work in person in a mechanical test lab setting.

- Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job as described to you for the position.
Benefits:

- Ergotron provides a fast-paced, innovative and flexible work environment with a comprehensive and competitive pay and benefits package. (Use below bullets for United States, delete for Global positions)

- Our total rewards package includes, but not limited to; competitive wages consisting of base pay, bonus and/or incentive pay based on position, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, tuition reimbursement, 401k with match, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

- We work hard and we recharge. With competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) programs which includes vacation and sick and safe time, and eleven paid holidays our employees have ample time throughout the year to spend with family and friends, traveling or relaxing.

- We are proud to support our employees and their growing families by offering ten weeks of paid maternity leave, four weeks of paid paternity leave, and three days of paid grandparents leave.

- Both our newest and our most tenured employees are formally recognized. Our career milestones program ensures that our new team members feel welcome and rewards employees at five years, ten years, fifteen years and beyond.
Core Values:

- Customer-Centric Innovation

- Built to Last

- Always Improving

- Integrity