Engineering Technician

Responsibilities

• Works with Engineers and other Technicians performing tests on mining products, equipment, or systems
• Reads and interprets sketches, engineering drawings, electrical or hydraulic schematics, or verbal instructions to complete required tasks
• Fabricates, assembles, troubleshoots, or reconfigures test fixtures
• Works as a team member with Engineers, other Technicians, and field personnel on tests or R&D projects
• Modifies, builds, or installs prototype truck components in the test lab or in the field
• Installs data acquisition equipment required for engineering tests in the test lab or in the field
• Builds, or repairs electrical control wires used for new or existing test equipment
• Keeps work areas clean and orderly
• Works with supervisor or co-workers to perform mechanical or electrical tasks
• Receives and issues parts using the established warehouse procedures
• Utilizes the LN and LIKV to check parts availability or search for Bill of Materials (BOMs) and engineering drawings
• Performs pre-shift inspections on support equipment and haul trucks
• Has knowledge of and uses the lock out tag out procedures required for task where potential energy is a hazard
• Preforms duties of basic haul truck operation in support of testing and site maintenance
• Participates in Engineering Development Program.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year automotive or heavy equipment experience; or technical school or apprenticeship certificate and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to use basic functions in MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) or similar software packages
• Ability to work according to established engineering, company, or customer safety procedures
• Ability to operate and maintain power and hand tools
• Ability to handle and dispose of hazardous wastes such as oil, antifreeze, parts cleaner solvent, or similar material
• Ability to work as a team member with Engineers, other Technicians, and field personnel on tests or Product Validation projects
• Ability to work with supervisor or co-workers to perform mechanical or electrical tasks
• Is expected to travel nationally and internationally up to 30% to customer or supplier sites
• Ability to complete and maintain mine certifications or safety training such as Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) hazard training
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and passport.