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Job Title: Test Engineer
Location: Wadsworth, OH (on-site)
Employment type: Full-time, Exempt (salary)
Pay: Starting pay based on experience and education level; range starts at $70,000
What We Offer- Competitive Pay
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage
- Benefits start on first day of employment
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company match
- 10 paid holidays per year plus paid vacation
- Paid parental leave at one year of service
- Employee discounts on products and services
- Education expense reimbursement, eligible to apply at first day of employment
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
Position Summary:As Test Engineer at PT Tech, part of the Timken Company, you will play a crucial role in developing custom-designed solutions for the aggregate, marine, metal and steel, mining, wood waste recycling, and material processing industries. You will partner with engineering and production teams to conduct testing to validate new product designs, investigate field issues, and build fundamental knowledge. On-site presence in Wadsworth, OH is required.
Responsibilities:- Hands-on setup and operation of test equipment to support product development, fundamental research, and investigation of field issues.
- Create and approve test plans and test results per ISO requirements
- Responsible for using data acquisition equipment, software, and spreadsheets to capture the result of data acquisition measurements and various performance characteristics
- Translate test data into reports and databases to inform product design decisions
- Perform preventive maintenance tasks including calibration, assembly, updating, and improving the machines and software used to perform tests
- Specify and recommend selection and purchase of test equipment and supplies
- Utilize PTC Creo CAD software to design new test stands, test equipment, and fixtures as required
- Attend product and test stand design reviews as required, to offer test expertise and product knowledge
- Provide occasional remote or on-site customer support for new products in the field
- Ensure safety regulations are met and correct methods are used in all aspects of testing
- Keep assigned work area clean, neat and well organized
- Infrequent travel (up to 10%)
Required Qualifications:- High school diploma or GED with more than 5 years of experience
- Knowledge of test equipment, instrumentation and engineering principles
- Knowledge of sensors and gages used to collect variables including temperature, torque, pressure, strain, etc.
- Proficient with MS Office software applications (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word)
- Ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal mediums
- Effective time management and prioritization skills
- High attention to detail and ability to deliver results on schedule
Preferred Qualifications:- BS in Engineering (or related) with 2+ years of experience, AS in Engineering (or related) with 5+ years of experience, or equivalent combination of experience and education
- Experience in a mechanical testing or R&D role
- CAD design experience (PTC Creo preferred)
- Hands-on mechanic / shop / manufacturing experience
- Familiarity with power transmission components (clutches, gearboxes, etc.)
- Strong aptitude and desire for hands-on work
This position may require access to United States export controlled technical data ("CTD") and hardware under the Departments of US State (ITAR) and/or Commerce (EAR). Eligible candidates are; s, s, Asylees or others eligible to receive US export license authorizations. Candidate must be authorized to work in the US.
All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.
We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies 15x by Ethisphere.
Why Choose Timken? - Over a century of knowledge and innovation
- A culture of top performance
- A global, diverse environment
- Products that contribute to a sustainable world
- A conviction to improve communities around us
- Competitive salary and benefits
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