Associate Test Engineer

at Sound Seal Holdings dba Catalyst Acoustics Holding in North Aurora, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Location: Riverbank Acoustical Laboratories, Geneva, IL

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Laboratory Manager

Job Summary:

The Test Engineer is responsible for providing technical support and assistance in the design, development, and implementation of field and laboratory test procedures. This entry-level position involves working closely with senior engineers and other team members to ensure project success and compliance with industry standards.

• Conduct basic engineering calculations and analyses.
• Participate in project planning and coordination meetings.
• Maintain and update engineering documentation and records.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
• Provide technical support to other departments as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Laboratory Manager.
• Conduct unique research and analysis projects for RAL, our customers, and the acoustics community.
• Write formal test reports for RAL test procedures in conformance with international test standards and the RAL Quality Management System.
• Perform acoustical test procedures in conformance with the relevant national or international test standards and the RAL Quality Management System, including field sound transmission measurements (ASTM E336, E1007), impedance tube acoustical measurements (ASTM E1050, ISO 10534-2, ASTM E2611), and sound power measurements/reference sound source calibrations (ANSI S12.51, S12.5).
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures according to the latest ASTM, ISO, and ANSI standards.
• Provide engineering support by developing customized test plans and performing non-standard acoustical measurement procedures.
• Perform laboratory sound absorption and sound transmission loss test procedures according to defined standard operating procedures.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Acoustics, Physics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and practices.
• Two years of acoustical engineering experience desired, but not required.
• Strong mathematical skills (Calculus or higher desired).
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) is a plus, but not required.
• Experience with computer programming (C, Python, MATLAB, or VB.NET) is a significant plus.
• Expertise with modern acoustical test instrumentation and software. Familiarity with B&K PULSE LabShop and the 2270 Sound Level Meter is a plus.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Personal integrity fitting for a scientific research facility; a self-motivated individual contributor who works well in a laboratory tes
  
  
  
  Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
  
  

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