Job Description
Job DescriptionOur Client, an American Biotechnology company, is looking for an Associate Component Engineer for their Sunnyvale, CA location.
Responsibilities:
- Execute detailed component and assembly-level testing according to engineering protocols and test methods.
- Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain mechanical test fixtures, force measurement systems, and laboratory equipment.
- Collect, document, and organize test data using spreadsheets, databases, and laboratory tracking systems.
- Perform basic data analysis to identify trends, variation, anomalies, and potential performance concerns.
- Generate clear summaries, charts, and technical reports to support engineering decision-making.
- Author, revise, and maintain technical work instructions, test procedures, and equipment operating instructions.
- Support qualification of new and replacement tooling through component-level testing and analysis.
- Evaluate component interactions across multiple configurations to assess product performance and manufacturing variation.
- Collaborate with engineers to support root cause investigations and corrective action activities.
- Communicate testing progress, observations, results, and open issues with local and remote cross-functional engineering teams.
- Interface directly with suppliers to coordinate testing activities, communicate results, and support issue resolution.
- Maintain laboratory organization, calibration records, equipment readiness, and compliance with quality requirements.
- Follow all applicable safety, quality system, and documentation requirements.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or another technical discipline.
- Strong technical aptitude and ability to understand mechanical systems and component interactions.
- Experience with data collection, data entry, and basic analytical techniques.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including data organization, charting, and basic statistical analysis.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to write clear technical work instructions and procedural documentation.
- Ability to communicate effectively with remote teams and external suppliers.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
- Comfortable performing repetitive hands-on testing activities for extended periods.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting engineering laboratories, manufacturing operations, product development, quality engineering, supplier engineering, or validation testing.
- Basic understanding of statistics, including concepts such as normal distributions, normality assessment, and process capability.
- Familiarity with Cp, Cpk, and basic statistical data interpretation.
- Understanding of fundamental mechanical engineering concepts including force, friction, tolerance stack-up, dimensional variation, and component interactions.
- Experience using laboratory or metrology equipment such as force gauges, calipers, digital indicators, test fixtures, or data acquisition systems.
- Experience developing test methods, work instructions, or engineering documentation.
- Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform repetitive testing and assembly activities throughout the workday.
- Frequent sitting, standing, reaching, and handling of components and test equipment.
- Ability to safely operate laboratory and testing equipment.
- Ability to use computers and data entry systems for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and move components, fixtures, and testing equipment as required.
- Ability to work effectively in an ergonomically designed laboratory environment.
- Key Competencies
- Technical Curiosity
- Attention to Detail
- Data Integrity
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Problem Solving
- Written Technical Communication
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Supplier Engagement
- Organization and Planning
- Continuous Improvement
Why Should You Apply?
- Health Benefits
- Referral Program
- Excellent growth and advancement opportunities