Hybrid R&D Test Technician na None

Department:      R&D                                                          Job Status:       Full Time

FLSA Status:    Non-Exempt                                               Reports To:      R&D Manager

Amount of Travel Required:  N/A                                      Positions Supervised:   None

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs a variety of electronic, mechanical hydraulic and pneumatic tests on high pressure systems, subassemblies and parts to insure components function as designed and/or to determine cause of unit failure, using full range of test instruments, under direction of the R&D Manager or Senior Test Technician.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Reads test schedule, work orders, test manuals, performance specifications, blue prints and schematics to ascertain testing procedure and equipment to be used.
• Monitor testing recording temperatures, capacity changes and performing repairs as needed.
• Assembly, documentation and testing of prototypes including pressure drop and over pressure testing.

• Fabrication of test fixtures and enclosures which encompass metal fabrication, hydraulic, electrical and pneumatic components.
• Compares results with specifications and records test data or plots test results.

• Analyzes pumps, accessories, or components to determine wear characteristics, defects and determine reasons for failure.
• Must have ability to use and read micrometers, bore scopes, bore gauges, CMM and have own tools.
• Will be required to learn and operate a data acquisition system and interpret results.
• Must be able to document test results accurately and clearly, communicate effectively, get along with co-workers, and deal with colleagues effectively and professionally.
• A continuous pattern of regular and prompt attendance is required.

  Non-negotiable Workplace Requirements:

• Each employee shall actively engage in and fully support a work environment that stresses Safety, Responsiveness, Reliability, and Efficiency WITHOUT EXCEPTION.
• Support an ethics-based business culture and fully comply with company policies & procedures.
• Foster a positive work environment promoting teamwork and open and clear communication, within the department, internal to the company, and with suppliers, vendors and customers.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

   Competency Statement(s)

• Accurate - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Autonomy - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others.
• Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
• Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performin a task.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems. 
• Project Management - Ability to organize and direct a project to completion.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Self Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of ones ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
• Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years related experience as an equipment mechanic.
• Problem solving and troubleshooting skills with a strong attention to detail is required
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects at one time without sacrificing quality of work is required.
• Ability to effectively interact with all members of the organization and work with cross-functional teams is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

   Physical Abilities                                                 Lift /Carry

   Stand                                   F (Frequently)               10 lbs. or less                     O (Occasionally)

   Walk                                    F (Frequently)                 11-20 lbs.                        O (Occasionally)

   Sit                                       O (Occasionally)          21-50 lbs.                           O (Occasionally)

   Handling / Fingering              F (Frequently)              51-100 lbs.                         O (Occasionally)

   Reach Outward                     O (Occasionally)          Over 100 lbs.                      N (Not Applicable)

   Reach Above Shoulder         O (Occasionally)

   Climb                                   O (Occasionally)

   Crawl                                   O (Occasionally)

   Squat or Kneel                      O (Occasionally)

   Bend                                    O (Occasionally)

   Push / Pull

   12 lbs. or less                       O (Occasionally)

   13-25 lbs.                            O (Occasionally)

   26-40 lbs.                            O (Occasionally)

   41-100 lbs.                           N (Not Applicable)

    N (Not Applicable)                Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

    O (Occasionally)                   Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

    F (Frequently)                        Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

    C (Constantly)                       Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements

      Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception)

      Ability to wear Personal Protective  Equipment (PPE)  (Eye protection, hearing protection, gloves and all other ppe gear)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

         The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.  The noise level in the work environment is

         usually moderate to loud.