Mechanical engineering technologist job description

· 5 Years of relevant work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

· Completion of an Accredited Engineering Technology program

· Read and interpret electrical and electronic schematics.

· Operate electrical and electronic test and measurement tools such as digital volt meters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, passive and electronic loads and logic analyzers.

· Solder through-hole and fine pitch surface mount components.

· Debug printed circuit board issues with guidance from process documentation and other members of the team.

· Read, interpret and execute test plans for electronics sub-circuits and assemblies with support and guidance from other team members. Document test results.

· Ability to work well with others in a team-oriented environment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

· Work effectively in a fast-paced, team environment.

· Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.

· Demonstrate self-motivation to learn new concepts.

· Communicate effectively though written, graphical, and oral means.

· Understand and apply electrical techniques and theories.

· Interpret and implement one-line drawings and electrical schematics.

· Intermediate computer skills, including comfort with Microsoft Excel and Word

· Demonstrate understanding of quality concepts, continuous improvement, statistical techniques, and preventative/corrective actions.

· Excellent soldering and PCBA level rework capabilities

· Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand tools and power tools.

· Familiarity with a high voltage power electronics laboratory environment.

· Nice-to-have: General familiarity with basic programming concepts and languages (C, Python, etc.) to support test activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee frequently is required to use hands to manipulate objects, tools or controls; and talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to walk; stoop; crouch; bend and reach above shoulders. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance, waist high, up to 10 feet away. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to differentiate colors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be working in the typical conditions of a laboratory environment including seasonal variation in temperatures and occasional exposure to fumes or by-products. The employee must comply with the assigned location PPE requirements including but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, appropriate gloves, clothing and shields for required tasks.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

Company DescriptionGenerac is not only a leader in power but also a believer in being responsive to our customers and our communities. Generac has a strong history of giving back to the communities where our employees live and work. Additionally, our employee volunteer storm response teams support communities across the nation impacted by natural disasters.

The Career Potential

Ortho Clinical Diagnostics is committed to improving and saving lives with diagnostics. To do this we hire people who share this dream and are ready for new adventures. As a valued team member, you will carve your own career path and be part of building this company stronger and better than ever before. There is no limit to the experiences, opportunities and new directions you will have access to here at Ortho Clinical Diagnostics. More importantly, you will be driving the surge of a whole new direction in important medicine. That's something we can all take pride in as we take this journey together.

Ortho is known in the industry as a leader in customer service and support. Deeply understanding and exceeding the needs of our clinical lab, hospital and blood bank customers is what we do. It's who we are. If you join Ortho, no matter what your role, you will be expected to keep that Customer Excellence focus in your work.
The Opportunity

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician III who will report to the Mechanical Engineering Team Lead within New Product Research & Development. This position will participate in Design Engineering Functions with responsibility for fabricating, assembling, and testing electro-mechanical subsystem prototypes and test fixtures designed by engineers in cooperation with the design engineering function. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, prototype assembly, test fixture design, part fabrication, failure analysis, problem solving and design verification testing. The individual will be responsible for continually improving relevant engineering and testing methods, supporting system level testing, ownership of the on-site machine shop, leadership skills, and managing deliverables. They will ensure completion of activities balancing quality, cost, and time. This position is located in Rochester, NY.

The Responsibilities
Conducts prototype assembly, testing, and analysis within a larger R&D activity.Develop, assemble, and test products to support existing project programs.Design, build, and utilize engineering test fixtures for subsystem evaluation.Fabricate prototype subsystem/fixture parts in on-site machine shop.Oversee maintenance, safety, and training protocols for on-site machine shop.Support existing products in the field through root cause analysis, obsolescence evaluation, and continuous improvement.Ensures on-time completion of activities within compliance.Identifies and implements process level efficiencies.Within guidelines, has flexibility as to method, priority, and timing of job duties.May be responsible for project or process reporting and tracking.May oversee reporting of regulatory processes or parts of processes.Travel to suppliers in support of concurrent engineering, supplier involvement and failure investigation, as required.Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

The Individual
Minimum High School Degree required. Associates Degree in an Engineering discipline is preferred.Minimum 3 years' experience with an Associate degree, or minimum 6 years equivalent work experience is required.Must have Subsystem and System engineering experience.Must have Product Engineering and Development Experience.Some machining experience is required with CNC programming preferred.LabVIEW programming & fixture design preferred.Less than 10% domestic/international travel required.

EOE/AA Disability/Veteran

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You Have
Associates Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electro-Mechanical Engineering or other Technology field Minimum of three years of work experience in a related capacity Working knowledge of the following: PLCs, AutoCad, hydraulics & pneumatics, vision systems, servo systems, circuit breakers, fuses, switchgears, distribution panels, transformers and wiring Experience &/or education in National Electrical Code (NEC) Understanding of Communication Systems & Communication Protocols, such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, Modbus, Profibus, & DevicenetExperience with Injection Molding Machinery or Blow Molding Machinery (preferred) Ability to travel approximately 10%

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