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Innovation Associates, Inc. Industrial Test Engineer in Johnson City, New York
The Role:
As an Industrial Test Engineer, you will play a key role in both New Product Development (NPD) cycles and the Continuous Improvement (CI) of existing products. You will collaborate closely with product engineers and data analysts to develop and monitor performance metrics across various customers. These insights will drive CI initiatives, enhance product quality, and ensure optimal performance in real-world applications.
What you’ll do:
Design, conduct, and document experiments such as Accelerated Life Tests (ALT) and Verification & Validation (V&V) testing, analyzing results using statistical methods to drive data-informed decisions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define New Product Development (NPD) testing strategies, review test cases, identify QA risks, and enhance product quality and efficiency.
Lead and facilitate Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) initiatives in a cross-functional environment; develop Fault Tree Analyses (FTA) and Cause-Effect Diagrams to support problem-solving efforts.
Investigate and recreate dispensing system issues and other reported system errors in collaboration with Product and Engineering teams; document findings to inform future NPD initiatives.
Evaluate and approve components and peripherals for engineering changes and new applications; work closely with vendors to resolve product issues and obtain relevant product data.
Monitor customer performance metrics, identify trends using statistical analysis, and collaborate with Field Service Engineers (FSE) to gather detailed performance insights.
Who you are:
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
Ability to obtain ASQ Six-Sigma Green Belt certification within six months of hire.
Proficient in SQL Server and knowledgeable in Design of Experiments (DOE) and Reliability concepts.
Proven experience in performing tasks independently, with a strong track record of problem-solving and decision-making.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify root causes and drive solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience creating, composing, and editing technical materials.
Skilled in developing and maintaining recordkeeping systems and procedures.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 8 weeks per year to support field operations and customer needs.
Even better if you have:
ASQ Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
At least 1 year of experience in a Verification & Validation (V&V) role.
Hands-on experience with Six Sigma tools and techniques to drive process improvements.
Practical experience conducting Accelerated Life Tests (ALT) to assess product reliability.
Familiarity with Autodesk Inventor, Dassault Systèmes, or SolidWorks for product design and analysis.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. Employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Compensation:
The estimated base annual salary range for this position is $69,357.60 to $95,366.70, though a candidate's base annual salary shall be determined on a range of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications and experience. This position may additionally be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
What are the perks?
Generous time off policy that allows you to put your family first
Opportunity to work on the cutting edge of pharmacy automation in a high growth tech company
Competitive benefits, salary, and talent development opportunities
Commitment to professional development and working for a company where your voice is heard
More about iA:
iA® (Innovation Associates®) is a pharmacy fulfillment company that provides an integrated platform of capabilities to support Centralized and Community Pharmacy Fulfillment Solutions. With over 30 years of experience in the pharmacy fulfillment business, we have developed and implemented a suite of automation and software solutions that help deliver quick and sustainable business results. Our integrated Pharmacy Fulfillment Platform enables scalable solutions that helps run the prescription fulfillment process from prescription acceptance to delivery, supporting dynamic design flexibility to service pharmacies in a variety of volumes and settings. Our solutions improve workflow, and increase efficiency, while enabling more time for pharmacists to focus on their patients. iA works with pharmacy providers in the Commercial, Health Systems, Government, and Mail Order/eCommerce markets. iA can help customers transform their pharmacy. For more information, visit iARx.com.
Our Mission: We partner with providers to transform pharmacy through our leading-edge software enabled fulfillment technology and partners to deepen the patient-pharmacist relationship, enhancing patient safety and choice while increasing operational efficiency. iA empowers pharmacists to focus on patient care. iA can run the prescription fulfillment process from start to finish, helping pharmacies manage fulfillment and inventory to help lower costs, improve efficiency, increase safety, and provide comprehensive Rx tracking and real-time support.
Our Products:
Software
Modular Hardware
Sophisticated Counting and Collation Devices
Our Core Values:
Solutions Driven
Customer Centric
Championing Diversity
Empowering Ownership
Trust Daringly
To learn more about iA’s product, people and culture visit us at iARx.com OR check us out on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/iarx/mycompany/) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/iA.Pharmacy.Automation/) , or YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/c/InnovationPharmacyAutomation/featured) !
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