Test Engineer A​/Sr

Job Description

Test Engineer A/Sr - NSK Corporation

The Company

NSK is a global manufacturer of ball and roller bearings, linear motion technology, automotive components, and steering systems with both domestic and overseas manufacturing. NSK also offers a full range of services including reconditioning, ball screw repair, product integration, application engineering, and predictive & preventative maintenance and reliability services. NSK's products and solutions are everywhere where things are in motion - even under the toughest conditions.

NSK's high-precision rolling bearings are used in wind turbines and machine tools, linear components are found in production lines, while our automotive components are installed in the vehicles of almost every well-known automaker.

The Test Engineer A/Sr Role

The Test Engineer is responsible for planning, developing, and executing testing programs for industrial and automotive bearing products, including performance, durability, environmental, and application-specific evaluations. This role is primarily focused on defining test requirements, interpreting industry and customer standards, creating Design Verification Plans and Reports (DVP&Rs), developing test procedures and work instructions, and designing test fixtures and tooling to support accurate and repeatable testing.

The Test Engineer analyzes test data and prepares comprehensive technical reports to evaluate product performance and support engineering decisions. The position also plays a key role in developing new testing capabilities through the design, specification, and implementation of custom test equipment and laboratory systems. Using Quick Base as a project management and workflow tool, the Test Engineer will lead and coordinate the development of new test stands and laboratory improvement projects, working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Additionally, the Test Engineer provides technical expertise in troubleshooting test equipment, resolving test-related issues, and identifying practical solutions to improve test reliability, efficiency, and overall laboratory operations.

Responsibilities

Test Planning & Execution

• Develop, plan, and execute testing programs for industrial and automotive bearing products.
• Interpret customer, industry, and internal engineering standards to define test requirements, acceptance criteria, and testing methodologies.
• Create and maintain Design Verification Plans and Reports (DVP&Rs).
• Develop engineering procedures, work instructions, and standard operating procedures for testing activities.
• Review and approve test setups prior to test execution.
• Coordinate testing activities to ensure efficient utilization of laboratory resources.
• Support continuous improvement of testing methods and processes.

Test Tooling & Fixture Design

• Design custom test fixtures, adapters, and tooling using CATIA and/or Solid Works.
• Create detailed 3D models, manufacturing drawings, and assembly documentation.
• Develop tooling solutions that ensure repeatable, reliable, and safe testing.
• Work with suppliers and fabrication vendors to support the manufacture and implementation of test tooling.

Test Equipment Development & Project Management

• Identify requirements for new testing capabilities and laboratory improvements.
• Write Statements of Requirements (SORs) for new test equipment and laboratory systems.
• Design and develop custom test equipment, including mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and instrumentation systems.
• Utilize Quick Base to manage project workflows, schedules, documentation, action items, and project deliverables.
• Lead the development of new test stands and laboratory improvement projects from concept through commissioning.
• Coordinate activities with equipment vendors, fabrication suppliers, machine shops, and integrators.
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), installation, and commissioning activities.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and technical deliverables to ensure successful project execution.

Equipment Troubleshooting &…