What is a test inspection engineer and how to become one

Key steps to become a test inspection engineer

1. Explore test inspection engineer education requirements

   Most common test inspection engineer degrees

   High School Diploma

   31.3 %

   Associate

   27.3 %

   Bachelor's

   24.4 %

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2. Start to develop specific test inspection engineer skills

   Skills	Percentages
   NDT	22.97%
   PT	9.12%
   QC	8.17%
   Test Equipment	7.17%
   Assembly Line	5.90%

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3. Complete relevant test inspection engineer training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New test inspection engineers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a test inspection engineer based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real test inspection engineer resumes.

4. Research test inspection engineer duties and responsibilities

   • Manage and maintain well conditions from flow back after frac or perforation procedures through full package well testing procedures.
   • Assist in the development of ISO compliant standards and requirements for acceptance of refurbish weapon systems.
   • Repair PCB boards, troubleshoot in circuit testing, document all failures on quality improvements, submit results to supervisor.
   • Perform diagnostics and troubleshooting of RF circuits to isolate errors to determine require corrective action.

5. Apply for test inspection engineer jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a test inspection engineer job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams