OVERVIEW: HOW YOU'LL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Plan, coordinate and install data acquisition systems
• Support maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment
• Design and help to build custom test equipment
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to existing test procedures
• Create data collection and analysis tools in Google Suites, Excel, and LabVIEW
• Develop new test protocols and ensure proper documentation.
• Perform product tests in accordance with our internal procedures

ABOUT YOU:

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  You have the relevant background. You’ve worked as an engineer/fabricator for at least 2-years.
• You have a relevant degree. We are looking for those who have earned their BS in either engineering or computer science.
• You have technical know-how including experience using National Instruments LabVIEW for developing automated test and measurement systems.
• You are a maker or tinkerer. You have used fabrication tools, including lathes, mill machines, CNC machines, and 3D printers to design and build a custom fixture for product testing.
• You have top computer skills. You’re a wiz with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, SQL, LabVIEW and Python.

• Data drives all you do. You are also fact-based and consumer-focused.
• You have worked with communication protocols such as ModBus, Serial or 12c.
• You are an independent worker. You have the ability to get the job done autonomously or as part of a team.

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  You have tested consumer goods. Having knowledge of comparative testing is a plus.
• It’s all in the details. You’re detail-oriented and focused on performing quality work.
• You are a multi-tasker. You have effective time management and organizational skills that allow you to prioritize and plan accordingly.

WHO WE ARE: Consumer Reports is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to a fair and just marketplace for consumers. Our team is made up of truth tellers, change agents, and consumer advocates who investigate and build coalitions to fight for fairness and justice in the marketplace. We leverage our evidence-based approach to demand safer products, a healthier environment, and equitable services for everyone. Our mission starts with you. We offer medical benefits from that start on your first day as a CR employee that include behavioral health coverage and unlimited sick days. There’s also generous family planning benefits and a generous 401K match. Learn more about how CR’s advocates for strong benefits on behalf of their employees here: https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/careers/landing-page/index.htm FAIR PAY & A JUST WORKPLACE: At Consumer Reports, we are committed to fair, transparent pay and we strive to provide competitive, market-informed compensation. The target salary range for this position is $73,000k to $$76,000k. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall near the middle of this range. Compensation for the successful candidate will be informed by the candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. Consumer Reports proudly seeks to build a richly diverse workforce by hiring people with a diversity of thoughts, identities, perspectives, and experiences that help advance the difference we make for consumers, and by ensuring our people experience equity and inclusion in their work lives. We encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including women, LGBTQIA people, people of color, and people with disabilities.