Job Description
Position Overview: As a Material Handling Testing Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of our material handling equipment solutions. You will be responsible for designing and conducting tests on various types of material handling equipment, analyzing test data, and recommending improvements to ensure product quality and compliance with industry standards. In this position, you will lead all development teams in launching Greenfield/Retrofit automated sites, working side by side with the Project Manager, the Systems Engineer, the Site Manager, automation and software suppliers, and external systems teams managing all facets of the interior automation installs within our customers’ warehouses. They will support DCS’s teams pre- and post- go-live to ensure a smooth transition. Key Responsibilities: Test Planning and Execution: Work with sales, project management, engineering and consulting to design and implement comprehensive test plans to evaluate the performance, durability, and safety of material handling equipment, including conveyors, sorters, singulators, automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), robotic handling systems, and lift equipment. Augment User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and Operational Readiness Tests, working with site analysts, project managers, and super-users internal and from external OEM vendors to run all simulations and scripts required to support successful launches and turnovers. Data Analysis and Reporting: Collect, analyze, and interpret test data, using statistical tools to identify trends, anomalies, or areas for improvement. Prepare detailed test reports and present findings to the engineering team and management. Problem-Solving: Identify root causes of failures or performance issues and collaborate with design engineers to develop and test solutions. Implement corrective actions to improve product quality and performance. Quality Assurance: Ensure all material handling equipm
