Test Technician

Test Technician
AKG North America – Mebane, NC

At AKG, we believe great people build great products. We are looking for dependable, safety-focused team members who want to grow their skills and be part of a company that values teamwork, accountability, respect, and continuous improvement.

If you enjoy hands-on work, problem-solving, and working with precision equipment in a manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply. We will train you...

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Shift differential opportunities
• GREAT medical, dental and vision benefit the first of the month after 30 days
• Company Paid Life insurance, STD insurance and LTD insurance
• PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) with amazing company match
• Training and advancement opportunities
• Stable manufacturing environment
• Employee recognition programs
• Team-oriented culture focused on safety and respect

What You’ll Do:

Provide R&D services to customers, inter-company departments and intra-company departments. Document and report on the results of R&D services provided. Operate, maintain and repair in-house testing equipment. Must be detail oriented, system process oriented and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Rely heavily on previous testing environment experience, good engineering and technical judgment, general knowledge of mechanical machinery/equipment operation and equipment troubleshooting skills.

•  Daily activities vary widely in terms of environment, technicality and physicality. Requires ability to work in ambient temperature extremes, compact/tight spaces, very loud areas, at height (roofs, ladders etc.), around high voltages and currents, around very high temperature fluids and components and with heavy equipment, machinery and tools. The job will also sometimes require sitting at a desk for 8 hours.
•  Provide expertise for planning regarding upcoming R&D service requests
•  Review and understand engineering drawings, manuals and technical documents
•  Adhere to R&D facility safety standards and requirements 
•  Analyzing engineering data for decision making
•  Generating and providing final reporting on the results of R&D services provided
•  Developing procedures, processes and work instructions as necessary
•  Operate, maintain and repair in-house test stand equipment
•  Troubleshoot testing equipment issues
•  Perform dissection and analysis on failed and/or returned test specimens
•  Set up and operate data acquisition equipment in the laboratory and field

What We’re Looking For:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Thorough working knowledge of engineering processes. 

Ability to lead cross-functional teams. 

Good professional verbal and written communication skills. 

Analytical problem solving and root cause analysis.

Ability to coach and teach others and have organizational skills.

 Experience with the following is a plus.

• 3-5 years’ experience in a controlled engineering laboratory testing environment
• Experience with Welding and Fabrication Excellent technical report writing and communication skills
• Proficient with developing/analyzing spreadsheets, reports and presentations (MS Office Products)
•  Experience in engineering data analysis
• Proficient in review of engineering drawings, manuals and technical documents
• Thorough working knowledge of engineering processes. 
•  Thorough working knowledge of engineering processes. n.
•  Good professional verbal and written communication skills. 
•  Analytical problem solving and root cause analysis.
•  Ability to coach and teach others. 
•  Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be able to apply 200 ft/lbs. of torque.
•  Must use safety equipment such as steel toe shoes, safety glasses and hearing protection when walking in the plant. Safety glasses and hearing protection are provided.

Why AKG?
At AKG, we are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and part of the solution. Safety is our top priority, and we believe strong teams are built through communication, accountability, and respect for others.

As part of The AKG Way, we strive to create an environment where employees can grow professionally while contributing to the success of the organization.

What to Expect After Applying:

• Applications are reviewed by our HR and hiring teams.
• Qualified candidates will be contacted if chosen for interview.
• Communication will only be provided for those selected due to high volume of resumes. 

If you are looking for a stable opportunity with an amazing company that values hard work, teamwork, and growth, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and grow your career with AKG.

AKG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.