Test Engineer

Test Engineer
Location: 153 Dixon Drive, Chestertown, MD 21620
Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Pay Range: $60,000 - $80,000 / Annually

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The Dixon Group is looking for a Test Engineer to join our team! In this role, you will oversee comprehensive testing services for various Dixon divisions and clients, support laboratory upkeep, and specialize in detailed analysis and formal documentation of test results.

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What You'll Do:

• Utilize an extensive array of equipment to assemble hose fittings and prepare specialized samples for rigorous testing procedures, ensuring proper functionality and component compatibility.
• Conduct detailed analyses of test results, establish optimal testing methodologies, and troubleshoot mechanical systems to maximize operational performance.
• Maintain precise, meticulous documentation of all findings.
• Compose and distribute formal reports summarizing testing activities, and communicate critical findings clearly to both internal and external clients.
• Manage the logistics, scheduling, and priorities of the Test Lab workload.
• Oversee and execute preventative and corrective maintenance protocols on all assembly and testing apparatus.
• Manage calibration requirements for measuring and testing equipment.
• Formulate departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and formal Work Instructions, while establishing and rigorously enforcing safety measures and standards.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field is required. 
• Preferred 0 to 2 years of professional engineering experience, ideally within manufacturing companies that are customer-facing preferred. 
• Familiarity with failure analysis, data analysis, and mechanical systems or processes.
• Ideal candidates will bring experience in testing, failure analysis, data analysis, mechanical/hands-on roles, steam systems, SolidWorks, metal fabrication, and crimping.
• Excellent technical problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to interface smoothly with internal teams and external clients.
• Strong computer skills, including complete proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.
• Exceptional organization, multi-tasking, and project management skills.
• High attention to detail and data-interpretation proficiency.
• Previous customer service experience is a plus!

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• Competitive salary
• Bonus programs
• 401K retirement plan
• Training opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
• Gym reimbursements, and more!

Who We Are: The Dixon Group is a global, family-owned manufacturing company with a history of over 100 years of operation in the U.S.A. Based in Chestertown, Maryland, with distribution centers located worldwide. The company has a diverse workforce and a strong values-based culture. As an innovator in the hose coupling industry, our mission is to provide real solutions for our customers while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!

We do not provide sponsorships to work in the United States.

The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly, to the fullest extent required by applicable law, The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons. 

The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law.  To that end, personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law, and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements.  The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties, and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)