Lab Test Engineer

Location: Portland

Remote Type: No

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Lab Test Engineer

Location - Portland, OR
WEIR ESCO
Work Arrangement - Onsite

What we do at Weir
We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact

You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What you’ll do
⦿ Laboratory Testing & Equipment Operation: Conduct laboratory testing and operate test equipment daily to ensure reliability and functionality. Maintain and troubleshoot lab equipment to support ongoing projects.
⦿ Fixture Design & Fabrication: Design, develop, and fabricate test fixtures and support equipment tailored to project needs, including expanding electronic and environmental testing capabilities.
⦿ Collaboration & Support: Work closely with Advanced Technology, New Product Development, and Product Engineering teams to execute test plans, validate engineering designs, and support product development initiatives.
⦿ Data Management & Reporting: Record observations, document test results, maintain archives, and generate reports to contribute to laboratory metrics and continuous improvement efforts.
⦿ Equipment & Lab Improvement: Specify requirements for new equipment and fixtures, participate in capital improvement projects, and drive enhancements to lab testing capabilities.
⦿ Travel Requirements: Minimal travel expected; primarily onsite work with occasional visits to other facilities as needed.
⦿ Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What you’ll bring

Must-haves:
⦿ Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical degree with at least 2 years of engineering experience.
⦿ Hands-on experience with laboratory testing environments and machine tools, fabrication equipment, or robotics.

Nice-to-haves:

⦿ Experience with CAM software such as Mastercam.
⦿ Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DOE) and advanced testing/validation techniques.
⦿ Experience supporting equipment upgrades and capital projects in R&D or test lab environments.
⦿ Strong problem-solving skills, positive attitude, and ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.

⦿ Expriencie with CAD software, preferably NX, and familiarity with data acquisition systems and test instrumentation.
⦿ Strong documentation, reporting skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Why join Weir?
We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.

We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.

We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Benefits
⦿ Competitive pay
⦿ Career development and learning support
⦿ Access to global inclusion networks
⦿ Regional and team-specific benefits
⦿ Sharebuilder scheme
⦿ Wellness support for you and your family
⦿ Collaboration with global teams
⦿ Study support


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