Mechanical Technician Lead

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

* Mechanical lab workflow management

* Smartsheet work management and scheduling

* Instron / MTS mechanical testing systems

* Structural, functional, and metrology evaluations

* Advanced root cause analysis and troubleshooting

* Data acquisition and analytical interpretation

* Test Suite / Lab View software proficiency

* MS Office proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Roles & Responsibilities

* Guide workflow through the mechanical lab including task delegation and test equipment scheduling using Smartsheet

* Lead weekly workload meetings for the mechanical group and participate in bi weekly leadership meetings

* Communicate regularly with client contacts to gather testing requirements and define result criteria

* Coordinate with clients to clarify test requests, discuss results, and ensure high customer satisfaction

* Perform structural, functional, and metrology testing using Instron/MTS and other mechanical test systems

* Conduct tensile, compression, torsional, and other mechanical evaluations using commercial and proprietary equipment

* Perform root cause analysis and troubleshooting; communicate findings to engineers and technicians

* Summarize and document test outcomes using Good Documentation Practices and MS Office tools

* Support study planning, experimental design, execution, and data analysis

* Execute specialized testing including leak pressure, environmental conditioning, axial load frame testing, torsional testing, force to fire carts, laser extensometers, high speed video, servo hydraulic systems, and custom fixtures

* Lead presentations of lab capabilities during customer, surgeon, and marketing tours

* Train new technicians and co ops on axial load frame systems, Test Suite software, and safe operation of mechanical test equipment for both TCS and client personnel

* Serve as backup support for team members across mechanical lab functions

* Perform testing with porcine animal tissue when required, following safety and regulatory procedures

* Perform additional duties as assigned

Salary Range $50,000-$60,000 year

TCS Employee Benefits

Summary:

Discretionary Annual Incentive.

Comprehensive Medical Coverage:
Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.

Family Support:
Maternal & Parental Leaves.

Insurance Options:
Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.

Convenience & Professional Growth:
Commuter Benefits & Certification & amp;
Training Reimbursement.

Time Off:
Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.

Legal & Financial Assistance:
Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.

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