Engineering Technician

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Secaucus, New Jersey time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R0011047
** The Company:
** GIA is the world’s foremost authority in gemology. GIA is a global organization with headquarters located in Carlsbad, CA. GIA in Carlsbad boasts a 17-acre ocean view campus that accommodates approximately 600 of its 3,000 total employees worldwide. It offers many competitive health and commuter benefits that promote the well-being of its employees as well as that of the environment.  

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** The

Location:

** Secaucus New Jersey – a hub of gemological excellence and innovation. Located just minutes from New York City, our New Jersey campus offers a dynamic work environment where passion for gems and jewelry meets cutting-edge technology and research.
** The Environment:
*** On-site cafe - affordable custom breakfast and lunch meals and Starbucks drinks!
* Economic friendly services - electric vehicle charging stations on-site
* Ergonomic assessments offered on-site and virtually
** The Culture:
** We foster an environment of autonomy, performance, and passion. Our team members collaborate extensively across various departments, providing high-quality service to internal staff, stakeholders, and the organization. We value initiative, cross-functional cooperation, and a commitment to excellence in all our endeavors.

What to expect:
* We offer competitive medical, dental, vision and matching 401-K plans (no vesting required)
* Paid vacation, sick and holidays, tuition assistance, commuter benefits
** Job Overview:
** The Engineering Technician will work with the Instrument Development Team in Secaucus, NJ to assemble various functional instruments to meet the organization’s daily operational needs with R&D activities. The Engineering Technician will be responsible for instrument assembly by performing the following duties.
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* Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

*** Assemble hardware with allen keys, wrenches and optical tools
* Strip, Crimp, Solder and Harness wires
* Understand 3d assembly prints and electrical schematics
* Assemble prototypes and instruments, perform validation testing
* Help scientists with data collection and analysis documenting testing processes
* Documents assemble steps and markup assembly drawings with notes and modifications for engineering review
* Assemble components with limited oversite
* Bring assembly issues and potential solutions for the attention of the Manager for review
* Provide updated estimates for assembly completion dates
* Monitor and order inventory
* Operate equipment including but not limited to drills, saws, cutting and other manufacturing and fabrication tools.
* Communicates effectively, gets along with coworkers and management, and deals with others effectively and professionally under pressure.
* Travels globally using commercial transportation resources for installations of future equipment.
** Job

Competencies:

*** Language skills: ability to read, comprehend and follow standard procedures or instruction in local language (proficiency in reading, writing and speaking in English required)
* Communication skills: communicate professionally (communicate respectfully, listen, articulate/explain issues, use professional tone, know when to email vs call, etc.)
* Interpersonal skills: create positive interactions with colleagues; actively communicates with others in a timely & professional manner; maintains good working relationships with others and peers with a team-oriented mindset. Ability to share knowledge with others to enhance collaboration
* Problem Solving: identifies basic problems and fixes or escalates as required; uses fact finding to determine the best approach to solve problems; applies basic analytical thinking to clarify issues and propose solutions with sound judgement and decision-making abilities
* Computer skills:
Basic knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
* Detail-oriented/Ability to focus and complete tasks assigned in a timely manner
* Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
* Ability to learn, understand and follow Standard…