Environmental Associate Test Engineer

Element has an opportunity for an Associate Environmental Test Engineer to support testing programs for components and systems developed for key account projects in our Burton MI this role you will assist in the development and execution of test plans to evaluate product performance durability and reliability under a range of thermal vibration humidity and environmental conditions ensuring compliance with customer specifications and industry standards. You will also collect and analyze test data assist with preparing technical reports and work closely with clients and internal teams to support the delivery of high-quality results.

This entry-level position is ideal for a hands-on engineer interested in gaining practical experience in environmental testing and automation. You will have the opportunity to learn test stand automation develop basic electrical circuits and work with Python or equivalent software while contributing to projects that advance Elements environmental testing capabilities. At Element we are committed to developing engineers and advancing testing technologies that make tomorrow safer more reliable and more sustainable than today.

• Assist in executing environmental test plans to assess product performance and durability under thermal vibration humidity and other environmental conditions
• Support the development and integration of basic electrical circuits and instrumentation for testing
• Help automate test stands and support data acquisition using Python or equivalent software (e.g. LabVIEW MATLAB)
• Collect organize and analyze test data and help prepare clear technical reports
• Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to troubleshoot tests and maintain test equipment
• Support project execution including scheduling documentation and communication with team members

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field (recent graduates encouraged to apply)
• Some experience or coursework in testing instrumentation or laboratory work is preferred
• Familiarity with basic test equipment and data analysis tools; exposure to test automation a plus
• Knowledge of automotive or environmental testing standards such as FCA CS.00056 Ford CEPT;00:00-E-412 GMW 3172 ISO 16750 IECUSCAR-2 IEC 60529 SAE J1455 or similar is desirable
• Strong organizational analytical and problem-solving skills with a willingness to learn and grow in a hands-on engineering role
• Basic programming skills in Python or equivalent software preferred with an interest in developing automation capabilities

Physical Demands:

• Frequency of required physical force: Minimum (moderate).
• Lifting requirements: lifting <50 lbs. often and > 50 lbs. on occasion
• Ability to stand on feet for long periods of time
• Ability to lift 50lbs periodically

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Element is one of the fastest growing testing inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to Make tomorrow safer than today.

When failure in use is not an option we help customers make certain that their products materials processes and services are safe compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D through complex regulatory approvals and into production our global laboratory network of scientists engineers and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality sustainable outcomes and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

At Element we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming the worlds most trusted testing partner.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age disability ethnic origin gender marital status race religion responsibility of dependents sexual orientation or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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