Senior Technician, Materials and Hardware Test

Senior Technician, Materials and Hardware Test page is loaded## Senior Technician, Materials and Hardware Test remote type:
Vor Ortlocations:
Uniontown, Pennsylvania time type:
Full time posted on:
Heute ausgeschriebenjob requisition :
R46002

Xylem ist ein Fortune 500 Wassertechnologieunternehmen mit global 23.000 Mitarbeitenden in über 100 Ländern und einer Mission: unseren Kunden durch innovative Technologielösungen und unser Fachwissen bei der Lösung von Wasserproblemen und
-herausforderungen zu helfen. Wir sind der weltweit führende Anbieter effizienter, innovativer und nachhaltiger Wassertechnologien, die dafür sorgen, dass unser Wasser nachhaltig genutzt, optimal verwaltet, erhalten und wiederverwendet wird.
** Key Responsibilities*
* · Execute manual and automated test runs for product verification
· Log test data, analyze test results, and identify possible issues.
· Document detailed findings and defects for engineering teams; maintain accurate records and reports of testing activities and results
· Assist in developing methods, procedures, and equipment to improve test processes and reduce product failures
· Collaborate with engineers and other technicians to meet project goals and maintain high quality standards
· Perform preventive maintenance, calibration, and upkeep of laboratory test equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability
· Perform mechanical and chemical tests and document results on a wide variety of materials.
· Assist with all aspects of materials lab work, including but not limited to materials evaluation and identification (DSC, FTIR, metallographic analysis, chemical compatibility, etc.), mechanical testing (tensile testing, lap shear, torsion, bending, compressive strength, impact, etc.)
· Strong desire and proven ability to quickly learn new tools, processes, and the operation of test equipment, with a focus on identifying opportunities to improve and optimize existing processes
· Assist Engineering and Quality by investigating and analyzing defective products returned from customers
** Qualifications*
* · Associate’s degree in engineering (or related field) OR 4+ years of experience in product testing/evaluation (ex., Electronics, Mechanical, Chemistry, Materials Science, etc.)
· Willingness to work in a test laboratory environment
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate effectively both in person and through video conferencing platforms
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.) to document test results, aid with data organization/analysis, and prepare presentations of findings to internal teams
· Self-starter with proven ability to plan, organize, and perform all facets and stages of test projects
· Ability to work efficiently with cross-functional teams to meet project deadlines
· Attention to detail, process adherence, high mechanical aptitude, and manual dexterity
** Preferred Skills*
* · Proficient experience with hand tools, power tools and basic machine shop and fabrication skills a plus
· Experience with electrical test equipment (ex. multimeters) and precision measurement tools (e.g. calipers, micrometers), as well as other laboratory instruments (e.g. Instron, salt fog, weatherometer equipment)
· Critical thinking with the ability to develop testing methods for specialized applications.
· Familiarity with manufacturing processes and industry standards, such as NSF, ANSI, ASTM, AWWA, UL, and Intrinsic Safety
· Root cause analysis skills preferred

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication, where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

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