Engineering Lab Technician

Engineering Lab Technician

As an Engineering Lab Technician, you will be a part of completing industry-leading research in our testing facility. You will conduct and document various hands-on laboratory tests, including tensile, environmental, and vibration testing. You'll utilize your problem-solving skills to identify issues and ensure our products meet quality and performance standards. You will also work closely with engineers and have support and guidance from senior technicians.

• Conduct mechanical, electrical, fiber optic, environmental and vibration testing according to PLP ISO procedures.
• Maintain neat and detailed logs of testing data.
• Assist with demonstrations for visitors.
• Assemble product samples for Sales, Marketing and International Departments.
• Perform test gauge calibration.
• Do minor machining, such as drilling and cutting of material.
• Perform required preventative maintenance and minor repairs on test equipment. Report broken or faulty tools to Laboratory Supervisor.

• Must have High School diploma, continued education preferably in an Engineering Technology field.
• Able to operate test equipment.
• Able to take accurate measurements.
• Able to document logs and write test reports.
• Able to set up and conduct testing.
• Able to lift, lower and carry up to 50 lbs. and able to push or pull with at least 50 lbs. force.

• Fulltime
• Standard office hours with flextime

• 401(k) with a company match equal to 25% of the first 8% of pre-tax dollars contributed by the employee for the first two years
• Enrollment in company profit sharing after two years
• Medical, dental & vision insurance, including free preventative care
• Wellness & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health care flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, & life insurance
• Paid time off, paid company holidays, and vacation purchase program
• Short & long-term disability
• Parental & family leave; military leave
• Inclusive & welcoming company culture
• Career development & tuition assistance
• Student loan debt repayment program