Engineering Technician I

United States·North America/usa/missouri/st. Louis - Wpemid

Production TechnicianManufacturing & Production

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Key Responsibilities

Follow procedures to perform operational tests on electric motors in various labs Run tests in the heat lab to determine: the max temperature for safe operation, safety measures within the motor,

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Production TechnicianManufacturing & Production

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Set up, test, and analyze test results of motors/systems to Agency specifications as well as assist with updating and fabrication of automated test equipment in an ISO 17025 Accredited Test Lab.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

Follow procedures to perform operational tests on electric motors in various labs

Run tests in the heat lab to determine: the max temperature for safe operation, safety measures within the motor, and how the engine performs under preset conditions

Run performance tests to ensure motors operate according to specifications

Use an automated program to select and test motors on test fixtures

Setup and run tests on manual test boards and collect data using Excel

Assist with lab maintenance such as calibrating test equipment and cleaning lab stations

Prepare thermocouple wire for applications to motors (roll, strip, and weld)

Attach thermocouple wire to motors to measure temperature

Unbox and check motors into the lab.

Lift motors (up to 50 pounds) and secure them in a test fixture for testing

Conduct preventative maintenance on electrical/mechanical test fixtures.

Complete lab and testing orders on time

Assist engineers with troubleshooting motor issues via deconstruction or testing

Experience/Skills:

Associates degree or technical certificate preferred

On the job experience, mechanical or electrical in nature

Ability to make spreadsheets and graphs

Desire to learn new processes and systems

Work as a supportive team member

Familiarity and ability to effectively use or learn to use electronic test equipment – multimeters, oscilloscopes, etc.

Good hands-on skills such as soldering, and mechanical assembly.

Ability to collaborate with multi-functional teams.

Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Good communication (written and verbal) and organization skills.

Solid interpersonal skills and team orientation.

Strong technical and problem-solving skills.

First Shift (United States of America)

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