Sr. Test Engineer - Mechanical

OverviewCome join our pack! Here at BISSELL, we have a dynamic, progressive team of professionals in an environment where you can learn, grow, and create innovative technology solutions to help our business flourish! Become a part of our rich 145-year heritage that has grown from a small family business to a thriving, growing global organization. To this very day, BISSELL is still family-owned and passionate about helping you effectively and easily clean your home so you can put down the vacuum, enjoy life and come home to a deeper clean. All in all, whether your messes are baby food or red wine, mud or chocolate, cat hair or pet accident, we''re here to help you embrace those messes, erase them in a jiffy, and get on with the most meaningful aspect of your home-living in it.We have an opening for a Sr. Test Engineer - Mechanical in our Walker, MI Office.The Sr. Test Engineer - Consumables position is accountable to the Sr. Manager - Product Testing. Collectively they are responsible for implementing common test equipment and methodologies for the evaluation and development testing of electro-mechanical systems and products. This Sr. Test Engineer position will direct the work of Mechanical Test Technicians carrying out these tests and provide technical guidance to other test and design engineers on the application of these tests. This position will work autonomously and interact with various project team members to define, oversee, and interpret tests for mechanical evaluation of products, systems, and components. The Sr. Test Engineer must demonstrate a high level of expertise and understanding of the science behind these test methods, be able to communicate intent, and analyze results. The Sr. Test Engineer relies upon broad technical experience to understand formula application systems and intended surface reactions, exercise sound judgment, and exhibit proficiency within one or more engineering disciplines. Developed analytical abilities and adept technical intuition as well as an ability to understand and interpret abstract concepts is a requirement for success. ResponsibilitiesRUN WITH THE BIG DOGS This position is directly or indirectly responsible for the following pertaining to product development testing of electro-mechanical systems and products:The Sr. Test Engineer will provide engineering expertise and support to the Test Laboratory as well as lead the planning, development, and execution of Test Plans supporting Global Product Development and Marketing processes for electro-mechanical systems and itiates and manages the design, development, and implementation of technology research projects in support of World Class Laboratory Initiatives. Emphasis will be placed on integrating mechanical design, reliability, and performance principles.Lead the design, development, and implementation of customized test equipment, fixturing, methodologies, and instrumentation to improve accuracy and efficiency in product development testing.Highly proficient in understanding the applicability of industry test standards towards product development and performance of mechanical systems.Lead the research, development, and documentation of proprietary test protocols / standards pertaining to the performance, reliability, and durability of product design from overall system level output, down to individual component selection and validation.Plans and executes research programs in support of Advanced Development activities as assigned/approved by direct line manager.Develop and evaluate test plans during critical phases of the Product Development Process ensuring thorough proof of design testing and product integrity of BISSELL products. Lead the planning, development, and analysis of controlled experiments (DOE), and other systematic problem-solving tools relating to Data Analysis, for the purposes of distilling complex technical knowledge towards useful application in support of GPD activities.Drives the application of data acquisition and/or automation into manual test lab processes.Safeguard BISSELL product integrity by attending Engineering Change meetings. Review and approve changes ensuring that necessary testing and evaluation has been performed.Participate in and ensure that FMEA meetings relative to product durability, performance, and reliability are performed during the Design Phase of the Product Development process. Maintain and secure laboratory archives including reports and test standards. Continue to develop and expand the usefulness of the Lab technical library.Review and disposition test reports. Compare and interpret results of tests against standards and/or comparative data. Act to ensure that all test results and reporting are accurate and complete. Draw valid conclusions and resolve problems related to testing.Oversee work performed by contracted outside laboratory services ensuring the proper execution of test procedures and protocols. Establish strong relationships and open communication channels with key product development category leaders, such that laboratory research programs support future product roadmaps.Proactively evaluate and recommend changes to Engineering Lab technical capabilities in response to the organization''s shifting needs.Establish continuous improvement processes following lean principles that drive overall increases in laboratory efficiency and output.QualificationsDESIGNED FOR SUCCESSREQUIRED EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:Degree minimum: Bachelors Specific concentration: Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering or Physical Science fieldExperience level: 5 + years in Consumer Products Industry Experience developing electro-mechanical systems and products.Ability to interpret engineering design documents (ie. schematics, drawings, etc.)PREFERRED EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:Experience at high volume, consumer products, companyHigh proficiency in the use of Data Acquisition Systems, Software Analysis Tools, CAD software, and other laboratory related instrumentation, equipment, & software.Proficient in statistical analysis of raw data sets utilizing systematic problem-solving tools. Lean Product Development training and Six Sigma training highly preferred.Five or more years of experience in general R&D laboratory test work, or equivalent. Five or more years of experience in the development and construction of test apparatus and equipment for product and component evaluation, or equivalent experience.Five or more years of experience in technical report writing and test procedure documentation.Experience and familiarity applying regulatory agency test protocols and industry recognized consensus standards. SPECIALIZED TRAINING OR SKILLS REQUIRED:This position requires the ability to manage the flow of data, perform analysis, generate summary reports and communicate by voice or data while being connected in the office, at home or while travelling by laptop or mobile device regularly without regard to time zone or day of the week. This position may at times require travel to other BISSELL global locations and strategic partners. It will require interaction with global business offices and/or suppliers in other time zones throughout the world during non-standard BHI hours to accomplish departmental goals.WHAT''S NEXT? APPLY NOW! BISSELL is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

Created: 2025-11-15