Equipment Engineer

DescriptionQ-Lab Corporation is currently seeking an Equipment Engineer to join our team in Wittmann, AZ. Reporting to the Site Manager, this role will be responsible for leading the design, development, optimization, and maintenance of outdoor weather testing equipment at the Wittmann, Arizona Desert Testing site. The position is diverse, hands-on, and technical in nature, and includes support of day-to-day site operations management. It involves a significant amount of time spent outdoors. ResponsibilitiesMaintain and upgrade the site’s data acquisition systems and logic controller programmingIdentify and implement engineering improvements to enhance equipment performance, reliability, and usabilityOrganize and support engineering projects in collaboration with maintenance mechanicsDevelop detailed technical documentation, procedures, and system records for both new and legacy operationsLearn and maintain a deep technical understanding of weathering science and Q-Lab laboratory procedures with ability to educate customersAct as a high-level customer support and technical resource for operationsOversee the Maintenance team by providing direction and working collaboratively on solutions to issues encounteredSupport the overall operations of the business when the Site Manager is awayAssist with coordination of calibration activities for measurement equipment (internal and external)Required Skills/ExperienceBachelor’s Degree (or experience equivalent) in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering5-10+ years of work experience in a hands-on mechanical/electrical engineering environment, designing, optimizing, maintaining, and improving complex electro-mechanical equipmentIn-depth understanding of industrial electronics and electrical controls/systems, including PLC’s, motors, relays, timers, switches, overcurrent protection and controlsDesired SkillsProficient with 3D CAD (Inventor, SolidWorks, AutoCAD etc.)Experience with structural framework and weld designKnowledge of sheet metal fabrication designExperience in database administrationSkill in PLC programming (CRBasic or others)Who We AreQ-Lab Corporation is a global leader in providing material durability testing products. Since 1956, we have designed and manufactured laboratory test products such as weathering testers, light stability testers and corrosion testers. We also perform weathering and corrosion testing services, including both laboratory and natural exposure tests. We maintain a global presence with testing facilities located in the US and sales and distribution facilities located in England, Germany and China. Our world-class corporate headquarters and manufacturing facility are located in Westlake, Ohio.We OfferA proven track record of success.Excellent compensation package including year-end bonus and company-funded retirement plan.Comprehensive benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, Disability and Life.Generous Paid Time Off, and Holidays.Fun, friendly working atmosphere!