Test Lab Technician

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Propel your career surrounded by a diverse team of innovative, goal-oriented individuals who are pursuing the next generation of connectivity solutions. At Belden, you’ll participate in work that will challenge you and position you to excel. You’ll collaborate with colleagues from around the world, gaining exposure to a broad base of expertise and perspectives.

Together, we’ll continue on a journey of innovation, creating a connected world and paving the way for automation. Join us and let’s build the future.

Job Summary:

The Test Lab Technician will work in the R&D Engineering Lab and will be responsible for testing the electrical, mechanical, and environmental parameters or a wide range of fiber optical and coaxial products. This is an onsite position located at the East Syracuse, NY manufacturing facility and reports to the Lab Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Tests prototype product for optical performance, mechanical performance, and durability.
• Testsproducts environmental parameters; including Ultra Violet, Salt fog, vibration, thermal cycling.
• Assists with equipment set-up, lab configurations, equipment troubleshooting as well as implementing and following test lab processes.
• Assists with the documentation, calibration, troubleshooting and/or preventative maintenance on lab equipment.
• Reads and interprets schematics, blueprints, printouts and specifications as needed to complete tests to determine the functionality and performance of products.
• Operates test device through prescribed sequences, reads and records test data, informing supervisor of deviations or variations not indicated or anticipated.

Required Skills and Experience

Education and Experience: Two year technical degree or equivalent certification with minimum two (2) years of experience within an electrical or fiber optic technician focused role.

Knowledge &

Skills:

Validation test lab environment experience with optical, mechanical and electronic systems, including setting up tests within environmental chambers preferred.

Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to utilize precision hand tools.

We Reach for Greatness: Well-developed organization skills, including the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment while upholding quality standards.

Let’s Write the Next 100 Years Together.
Join a global community striving to improve connectivity and security. The work we’re doing puts our people on the front lines of impacting lives and shaping the future. Propel your story of innovation by helping Belden write the next chapter in ours. Shape your future at Belden.

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These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.