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About the Role

The NPD Test Engineer is responsible for testing and validation activities for new product development programs, including developing test methods, conducting laboratory testing, and analyzing results to ensure compliance with performance, reliability, and regulatory requirements. This role supports product development from concept through production release by interpreting standards, creating test procedures, providing data-driven technical recommendations, and contributing to product, test fixture, and laboratory equipment design.

Responsibilities

Perform product testing and validation activities to ensure new products meet performance, safety, reliability, and regulatory requirements throughout the development process.
Review and interpret UL, ANSI, internal, customer, and other applicable standards to develop validation plans, test strategies, and compliance requirements.
Determine appropriate instrumentation, equipment, and measurement techniques required to evaluate product performance, safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
Design, assemble, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory test setups, fixtures, instrumentation, and data acquisition (LabVIEW) systems to support product development activities.
Perform product validation, characterization, reliability, and engineering investigation testing while maintaining accurate records and data traceability.
Collect, analyze, document, and communicate test results, observations, and recommendations through technical reports and presentations to project stakeholders.
Develop or modify basic LabVIEW programs and support data acquisition systems as needed.
Support the calibration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of laboratory equipment, testing capabilities, and engineering processes.
Develop and maintain test methods, procedures, and documentation to ensure consistent, accurate, and repeatable testing practices.
Develop, execute, and continuously improve test procedures, work instructions, data collection forms, and validation methods when standard approaches do not exist.
Maintain the laboratory test procedure database, ensuring procedures remain current, accurate, standardized, and aligned with applicable standards and product requirements.
Periodically review existing test procedures and identify opportunities for updates, improvements, standardization, and increased testing efficiency.
Support product design and development activities by contributing engineering analysis, test feedback, and design recommendations throughout the product lifecycle.
Participate in cross-functional project teams with Product Management, Project Management, Design Engineering, Controls Engineering, Sustaining Engineering, and Manufacturing to support product development objectives.
Utilize engineering analysis, test data, and SOLIDWORKS to support design reviews, prototype development, design improvements, and product release activities.
Provide technical recommendations based on testing and product performance data to support design decisions and production readiness.

Requirements

BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
3+ years’ experience in product development, validation testing, laboratory testing or a similar engineering environment.
Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks, including drug screening, and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.
Ability to interpret industry standards, technical specifications, engineering drawings, and test requirements.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaborate across cross-functional teams.
Experience supporting products from concept development through product release is preferred.
Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
Punctuality and dependability.
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Skills

SOLIDWORKS
LabVIEW
Microsoft Office
Excel
Word
PowerPoint

Location

Blauvelt, NY

Work Type

Onsite
Full-time

Experience Level

3+ years experience

Education Level

BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline

Salary/Compensations

$86K - $96K yearly

Benefits

Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
Fitness reimbursements
Employee discount programs

About the Company

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world.
We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future.
Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.
Our culture is team-oriented and supportive.
Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other.
Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.
This is a place where you can have a big career.
No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Equal Opportunity

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity.
We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.