R&D Methods Engineering Technician

This job description defines duties, responsibilities and the requirements for the position of R&D Methods Engineering Technician.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

* Manage testing instrumentation, inventory and calibration.

* Manage equipment calibration needs. Replace instrumentation as needed to ensure that all test data is being recorded by compliant instrument.

* Support internal calibration of testing and prototyping equipment.

* Conduct calibration of make and break equipment, Combined Load Frame, OD and Wall scanner.

* Generate calibration certificates.

* Attend pre-production, schedule meetings and gather the required tool(s) for each test. Elevate concerns if tooling can not be ready on time.

* Generate kitting packages (required tooling) for upcoming testing projects.

* Manage testing tooling inventory (leak detection, pressure vessel, seals, test caps)

* Generate drawing and specification for upcoming tooling needs.

* Source the material needed to build the tooling internally or coordinate with subcontractor.

* Follow up with subcontractor to ensure the tooling is being built to spec and is delivered on time.

* Create internal documentation to build our tooling internally.

* Inspect the tooling and perform audit to ensure that the tooling inventory is up to date.

* Manage tooling inspection and repair.

* Coordinate the repair to minimize impact on the testing scheduling.

* Analyze shop floor production problems and assist in troubleshooting, using root cause analysis methods.

* Train and assess technicians.

* Participate in investigation of non-conformance and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

* Follow all company rules, procedures, policies, and safety rules.

* Any other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

* Minimum 2 years of experience in industrial environment.

* Ability to read blueprints.

* Forklift and crane operator.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

* Ability to organize and prioritize workload and to meet deadlines.

* Soldering experience preferred.

* Ability to create and to update CAD drawings is preferred.

* Ability to read, write and speak well in English and process strong analytical interpersonal skills.

* Ability to understand and execute instructions through strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

* Must be able to pass applicable testing as required.