Testing Technician

Santa Clara, CA, USA

Full-time

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

Job Description

Eurofins E&E is seeking a Test Engineer to perform, document, and oversee product testing in accordance with national and international standards. This role is responsible for developing test plans, executing environmental and electrical tests, analyzing data, and preparing engineering reports. The Test Engineer works directly with customers, technicians, and internal teams to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely test execution in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Key Responsibilities :

Support and maintain environmental testing equipment, including thermal chambers, vibration tables, shock testers, and humidity control systems.

Troubleshoot and resolve equipment failures, calibration issues, and test anomalies to minimize downtime.

Ensure compliance with ISO 17025, ASTM, MIL-STD-810, IEC 60068, ISTA, and other regulatory standards.

Assist in root cause analysis and corrective actions (RCCA, FMEA, FTA, Six Sigma techniques) for test failures.

Work with test engineers and technicians to optimize testing procedures and improve operational efficiency.

Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for equipment maintenance and test execution.

Support regulatory audits and accreditation processes by ensuring all test systems meet certification requirements.

Implement continuous improvement initiatives in reliability testing, lab efficiency, and process automation.

Train lab personnel on proper test setup, equipment operation, and troubleshooting techniques.

Collaborate with customers to address technical inquiries, review test plans, and recommend solutions for environmental testing challenges.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.

3+ years of experience in environmental testing, sustaining engineering, or reliability engineering.

Hands-on experience with climatic, mechanical, and corrosion test equipment.

Knowledge of data acquisition, test automation, and analysis tools (e.g., LabVIEW, MATLAB, Minitab, Python).

Familiarity with failure analysis, predictive maintenance, and statistical process control (SPC).

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Ability to follow mechanical and electrical setup diagrams / instructions

Basic understanding of physics, electricity, and electronics

Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused testing environment.

Preferred Skills :

Experience working in an ISO 17025-accredited laboratory.

Certification in Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE), Six Sigma, or ASQ Quality Engineering.

Background in product validation testing for aerospace, automotive, medical devices, or consumer electronics.

Familiarity with battery testing, HALT / HASS, or accelerated life testing methodologies.

Employee Standards :

Support department objectives and company goals

Be a team player

Sustain a positive, enthusiastic and professional attitude at all times

Accommodate requests with a smile and "can do" attitude

Adhere to manager directives

Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor

Arrive on time, properly dressed and prepared to work

Perform all duties in a timely, accurate, honest, and professional manner

Communicate with customers professionally and in accordance with customer service standards

Be respectful of others

Reporting :

This position reports directly to the Manager of the Environmental Simulation Laboratory

Skills / Requirements :

Ability to maintain confidentially

Needs to be receptive to and accept guidance from others

Ability to deal with difficult people and problems

Able to work well in a team environment

Able to work in a diverse group of people

Attention to detail

Willing to work overtime as necessary

Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments

Perform other duties as assigned

Travel as needed according to company guidelines

Physical Demands :

Able to stand or sit for long periods of time

Able to lift 50 pounds

Ability to climb ladders and use scissor lifts to mount devices, such as antennas

Ability to safely use power tools and perform light machining

Additional Information

Compensation :

$25 to $40

What we offer :

Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA Consumer Product Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.