Kforce Inc
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This range is provided by Kforce Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $55.00/hr - $65.00/hr
Responsibilities
Lead the testing of fasteners and joints across affected products; assess risk within upcoming programs and ensure applicable tests are completed within demanding project timelines
Interface with a broad spectrum of internal customers to understand and prioritize testing needs
Create and manage –Concerns– documentation to facilitate and trace corrective actions to a resolution
Introduce new fastener and joint test methods into the lab's workstream including method selection (ISO, SAE, VDI etc.), equipment sourcing and deployment, method validation, and training
Communicate effectively with global colleagues and counterparts to ensure consistent implementation of testing standards and prompt cross-implementation of identified testing improvements
Facilitate cost-effective outsourced test activities when appropriate
Requirements
BS or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or equivalent
2+ years of experience working in a related mechanical/fastener test engineering role
Self-motivated and strong desire to learn new skills and create innovative test methods
Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to establish effective working relationships
Preferred to have experience with fastener/joint tests, (e.g. destructive and non-destructive tests, clamp load, torque, joint slip test)
Experience with a variety of mechanical test methods (e.g. tension, compression, bending, lap shear, fatigue etc.)
Hands-on experience with universal test systems (electro-mechanical and hydraulic) and strain
Preferred to have knowledge in fields including bolted joint design, fastener production quality control techniques, mechanical behavior of materials, and experimental statistics
Preferred to have hands on experience with torque, angle, and ultrasonic clamp load measurement devices (particularly MC900/MC950)
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Contract
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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This range is provided by Kforce Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $55.00/hr - $65.00/hr
Responsibilities
Lead the testing of fasteners and joints across affected products; assess risk within upcoming programs and ensure applicable tests are completed within demanding project timelines
Interface with a broad spectrum of internal customers to understand and prioritize testing needs
Create and manage –Concerns– documentation to facilitate and trace corrective actions to a resolution
Introduce new fastener and joint test methods into the lab's workstream including method selection (ISO, SAE, VDI etc.), equipment sourcing and deployment, method validation, and training
Communicate effectively with global colleagues and counterparts to ensure consistent implementation of testing standards and prompt cross-implementation of identified testing improvements
Facilitate cost-effective outsourced test activities when appropriate
Requirements
BS or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or equivalent
2+ years of experience working in a related mechanical/fastener test engineering role
Self-motivated and strong desire to learn new skills and create innovative test methods
Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to establish effective working relationships
Preferred to have experience with fastener/joint tests, (e.g. destructive and non-destructive tests, clamp load, torque, joint slip test)
Experience with a variety of mechanical test methods (e.g. tension, compression, bending, lap shear, fatigue etc.)
Hands-on experience with universal test systems (electro-mechanical and hydraulic) and strain
Preferred to have knowledge in fields including bolted joint design, fastener production quality control techniques, mechanical behavior of materials, and experimental statistics
Preferred to have hands on experience with torque, angle, and ultrasonic clamp load measurement devices (particularly MC900/MC950)
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Contract
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
#J-18808-Ljbffr