Lab Test Engineer at L.B. Foster Company in Atlanta, Georgia

Job Description:

We enjoy a market-leading reputation for high-quality, high-performance engineering solutions in Rail and Infrastructure.

Rail : We are a specialist, end-to-end supplier to the global rail sector. Our performance critical engineering solutions fulfil an essential role in maintaining the safe and reliable operation of rail networks around the world Solutions include: Rail Products, Friction Management and Rail Technologies. We focus on innovation, creating leading edge engineering and digital communication technology solutions for the rail, infrastructure, and the built environment. Solutions include: Control and Digital display, Contract services and Condition monitoring solutions

Infrastructure: We operate in the Infrastructure sector. We are experts at designing, manufacturing and deploying advanced technologies that positively impact the built environment. Solutions include: Precast concrete buildings and products, Bridge products, Pipe protective coatings and threading.

JOB SUMMARY:

Transit Product’s laboratory was specifically designed to test Transit industry track fastening and electrification components. The Lab Engineer is responsible for testing across our spectrum of products while closely interfacing with R&D.  This includes managing/performing physical product testing and writing technical reports for customers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Perform physical product testing supporting product design and development, as well as production QA testing


2. Design test apparatus, equipment, and procedures


3. Provide insight to the engineering team based on testing results and collaborate on generating solutions


4. Translate results of product testing into technical reports for customers describing all procedures performed during the testing and providing data to show testing results


5. Maintain calibration status of test and measurement equipment per ISO 9001:2015


6. Provide technical support for design and product failure analysis based on mechanical and electrical test results


7. Ensures compliance of all safety and quality standards


8. All other duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, & LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required, preferably Mechanical or Electrical


• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in a laboratory required


• Hands-on experience in digital data acquisition with various sensors (LVDTs, Load cells, Accelerometer’s, etc.)


• Experience with developing/coding in data acquisition software such as LabVIEW, preferred

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word and Excel)


• Proficient experience in 2D and 3D CAD, preferred


• Working knowledge of controlling hydraulic test frames


• Strong problem-solving skills combined with sound engineering judgment


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment


• Ability to regularly lift 50 lbs unassisted

COMPETENCIES:

• Problem Solving


• Peer Relationships


• Decision Quality


• Adaptability/Flexibility


• Creativity


• Informing

THE BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision benefits the first day of the month after hire


• Market-leading 401(k) program with company match


• 100% tuition reimbursement


• Two weeks paid parental leave 


• Career development and advancement opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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 contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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