Conductix-Wampfler is a progressive and growing international organization that offers challenging and rewarding opportunities in a variety of markets where power and data in motion is required. We are looking to add an Engineering Manager, Test Lab to the Test Lab Engineering team. You will be supported by an organization that is known as an industry leader in the mobile electrification market, that not only manufactures high quality products in the conductor bar, festoon, commutator, data communication, industrial cable, cord and hose reel lines, but provides “service after the sale” that drives our niche in the market. We are continuing to pioneer growth in our industry by enabling automation through our markets.
Qualified candidates will be results-focused, self-directed, data-driven, and able to adapt easily to the changing needs of the business and our customers. This is a hands-on position. You will be working with technicians, engineers, product development team, and third-party certification bodies to complete validation projects, product testing, building prototypes and maintaining test equipment.

Qualified candidates will possess the following:

• Ability to manage, coach, mentor, and develop a technical team to achieve group objectives.
• Critical thinking and process-oriented mindset to resolve open issues and focus on continuous improvement throughout the team.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field; or equivalent education.
• Experience working with ISO 17025 certified test facilities.
• Working knowledge of data acquisition systems and post processing activities.
• Understanding and experience with regulatory codes such as UL, CSA, NEC and NFPA.
• Skilled in reading and interpreting test requirements, electronic and mechanical drawings, and schematics.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical personnel.
• Experience using writing tests standard procedures and protocols and report generation.

Conductix-Wampfler offers a great starting wage, with health, dental, and life insurance, 401k plan, paid vacation/personal time and holidays, profit sharing and tuition reimbursement program.
Please send resume to rogene.smith@conductix.com or apply online at www.conductix.us under careers.
Drug-free workplace/EOE

SUMMARY

• Supervisors a group of test engineers and test technicians to support the larger engineering team and complete verification and validation activities.
• Assures timely completion of test and validation activities to keep projects and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) on track.
• Accountable for resource allocation within the Test Lab team and physical product testing / validation tasks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (and any other duties that may be assigned):

• Provides support for the Test Lab team, prioritizing daily tasks and overseeing test completion.
• Provides leadership and know-how to the Test Lab team, support data acquisition, analysis, and reporting.
• Assures test lab documentation standards are being met in accordance with current ISO standards and Certified Test Facility compliance.
• Completes test reports and keeps records in accordance with company and department quality policy.
• Develops test standards and best practices for common test types.
• Supports research and development activities; creates appropriate designs of experiments and provides feedback concerning test results.
• Monitors and manages to department Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Works to continuously improve the quality of testing methods and outputs.
• Reviews Corrective Action Reports (CARs) and provides support for warranty evaluations, root cause determinations, and the design of appropriate countermeasures.
• Travels to support engineering teams at both US CoE facilities as needed (Omaha, NE and Harlan, IA).
• Travels to perform on-site inspections for large projects and to support commissioning activities.
• Coordinates engineering activities across all engineering teams with the Director of Engineering, and Engineering Managers.
• Assist the Director of Engineering and Engineering Management staff, providing budgetary details in support of testing for projects and customer specific opportunities.
• Understands and interprets regulatory codes such as UL, CSA, NEC and NFPA.
• Perform any other duties as required by the customer and assigned by management.
• Supports and upholds the Quality and EHS policy.
• Upholds the Core Values.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering; or equivalent education and experience.
• 1 – 3 years’ experience managing and leading technical staff; engineering manager, supervisor, or other technical team lead.
• Working knowledge of data acquisition systems and post processing activities.
• Substantial knowledge of mechanical and electrical concepts with a solid understanding of test and measurement process. Data collection for mechanical and electrical validation including; strain gauging, vibration, temperature monitoring, displacement measurement.
• Ability to manage many concurrent projects while maintaining a high level of productivity to complete projects on time.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises a group of Test Engineers and Test Technicians.
• Interviews, hires, and trains employees. Completes 1 on 1s at a frequency appropriate for each direct report, assess employee performance, and correct behaviors when needed.
• Provides leadership, know-how, and completes performance reviews for the team.
• Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these team members. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (and any other duties that may be assigned):

• Provides support for the Test Lab team, prioritizing daily tasks and overseeing test completion.
• Provides leadership and know-how to the Test Lab team, support data acquisition, analysis, and reporting.
• Assures test lab documentation standards are being met in accordance with current ISO standards and Certified Test Facility compliance.
• Completes test reports and keeps records in accordance with company and department quality policy.
• Develops test standards and best practices for common test types.
• Supports research and development activities; creates appropriate designs of experiments and provides feedback concerning test results.
• Monitors and manages to department Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Works to continuously improve the quality of testing methods and outputs.
• Reviews Corrective Action Reports (CARs) and provides support for warranty evaluations, root cause determinations, and the design of appropriate countermeasures.
• Travels to support engineering teams at both US CoE facilities as needed (Omaha, NE and Harlan, IA).
• Travels to perform on-site inspections for large projects and to support commissioning activities.
• Coordinates engineering activities across all engineering teams with the Director of Engineering, and Engineering Managers.
• Assist the Director of Engineering and Engineering Management staff, providing budgetary details in support of testing for projects and customer specific opportunities.
• Understands and interprets regulatory codes such as UL, CSA, NEC and NFPA.
• Perform any other duties as required by the customer and assigned by management.
• Supports and upholds the Quality and EHS policy.
• Upholds the Core Values

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering; or equivalent education and experience.
• 1 – 3 years’ experience managing and leading technical staff; engineering manager, supervisor, or other technical team lead.
• Working knowledge of data acquisition systems and post processing activities.
• Substantial knowledge of mechanical and electrical concepts with a solid understanding of test and measurement process. Data collection for mechanical and electrical validation including; strain gauging, vibration, temperature monitoring, displacement measurement.
• Ability to manage many concurrent projects while maintaining a high level of productivity to complete projects on time