Project Engineer, Test Engineer

Project Engineer – Product Testing and Compliance

Are you an engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems, working hands-on with products, and owning projects from start to finish? Our growing Product Testing & Compliance team is looking for a Project Engineer to lead testing and certification projects for a variety of clients and products.

In this role, you'll manage projects from initial scope review through testing, reporting, and final client communication. You'll split your time between a modern laboratory environment and on-site testing at a key client location in Bristol, VA, serving as the technical lead and primary point of contact. If you're looking for a position that combines engineering, customer interaction, travel, and professional growth, this is a fantastic opportunity to build your career with an expanding organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage testing and compliance projects from kickoff through completion, ensuring projects stay on schedule and meet quality expectations.
• Review product specifications, schematics, manufacturing documentation, and applicable standards to establish testing requirements.
• Develop and execute detailed test plans based on customer needs and compliance requirements.
• Set up products, fixtures, and equipment to conduct electrical, mechanical, environmental, and performance testing.
• Perform testing including electrical safety, leakage current, dielectric strength, flammability, environmental exposure, temperature, pressure, mechanical hazards, sound, radiation, laser testing, and more.
• Troubleshoot test setups, document failures, and identify root causes when products do not meet requirements.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and communicate results clearly to internal teams and clients.
• Serve as the primary client contact, providing regular project updates and technical guidance throughout the engagement.
• Coordinate lab resources, test equipment, product samples, and schedules to ensure successful project execution.
• Assist with project scoping, timeline estimation, and quote development.
• Support field evaluations, design reviews, and compliance-related initiatives.
• Build and calibrate basic test fixtures using standard laboratory tools and equipment.
• Contribute to process improvements, test procedures, documentation templates, and laboratory best practices.
• Participate in audits, accreditation activities, and customer investigations as needed.
• Maintain accurate tracking, handling, and shipment records for customer products and test samples.
• Act as the lead engineer for projects at the Bristol, VA client site, performing testing, documentation, and reporting independently.
• Support additional laboratory projects when not traveling.
• Continuously develop knowledge of new standards, technologies, testing methods, and compliance requirements.

Essential Skills

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electrical Engineering preferred; Mechanical Engineering considered).
• 4+ years of hands-on engineering experience.
• Experience working with electrical systems, testing equipment, or product validation activities.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering standards, codes, drawings, and specifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and technical documentation skills.
• Willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time to Bristol, VA.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

What Will Make You Successful

• Ability to work independently while managing cradle-to-grave project ownership.
• Confidence interacting directly with customers and presenting technical information.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with laboratory equipment.
• Eagerness to learn new testing methods, standards, and technologies.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Preferred Experience

• Product testing, validation, or compliance engineering experience.
• Laboratory testing environment experience.
• Technical report writing and documentation experience.
• Project management or project…