Mechanical Technician - Fired Engine Testing

Mechanical Technician - Fired Engine Testing

Location: US-VA-Richmond

Job :

# of Openings: 1

Category: Research and Development

Company: Afton Chemical Corporation (part of New Market Corporation)

Build, start, and monitor R&D mechanical tests in the Fired Engine Testing area. Record all pertinent data, make necessary adjustments/repairs to assure that test parameters, methods, and procedures are met, and work closely with test engineers to prioritize test queues.

• Know, understand and consistently adhere to established safety policy and procedures. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes or additions to safety procedures and assist in safety training activities as required.
• Work in parallel with team members and test engineers to build/monitor automotive and mechanical test(s) in assigned area and record all pertinent data.
• Ensure that all pertinent information is routinely communicated to appropriate internal customers, team members, supervisors, etc.
• Carry out standard preventive maintenance as scheduled and complete proper documentation. Determine layout and maintain maintenance and test cell calibration schedule, if applicable.
• Support respective SBU's in meeting test demands and area responsibilities, not only during standard working hours but after hours as needed to support 24-hour operations, ensuring continuity of workflow.
• Participate in and assist with continuing personal and group/area training. May provide training/orientation to new employees.
• Participate in internal staff meetings, committees and task force efforts as required. Complete special projects and team and customer evaluations in a timely manner.
• Assure that complete ISO documentation is maintained on all ISO or quality related activities. Write needed procedures, participate in ISO related activities and maintain an up-to-date understanding of the ISO function.
• Utilize data reduction software/techniques, implement basic mechanical design capabilities, and understand electronics/instrumentation/calibration theory.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE MINIMUMS:

• High school graduate or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Demonstrated mechanical experience or aptitude.
• Work towards continuing technical education encouraged.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Associate's degree.

• Decision Making – Decision making in a timely manner based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment under tight deadlines and pressure.
• Analysis and Problem Solving – Solves difficult problems with effective solutions; asks good questions and questions all likely sources for answers; recognizes complex patterns; utilizes all appropriate tools to reach a robust answer.
• Communication – Ability to communicate information clearly and effectively in an engaging and convincing manner.
• Managing Performance – Possessing the drive and focus to achieve challenging goals.
• Project Management – Ability to manage tasks and activities and achieve their completion within an agreed framework across regional and organizational boundaries.
• Innovation – Openness to new ideas and ability to generate breakthrough solutions.
• Test Development and Execution of Testing – Develop and/or apply physical, chemical and mechanical testing to demonstrate and improve product performance.

Competitive compensation and benefit packages reflecting our commitment to employees, including competitive industry standards.

An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.