Engineering Technician I - Product Engineering Support

Engineering Technician I ? Product Engineering SupportMAJOR PURPOSE:Performs instrumented tests using existing procedures to verify that machineperformance meets the product specification. Supports all product groups inthe product verification and validation process.MAJOR DUTIES: Description of the major duties performed in this job.* Designs, schedules and performs field and/or lab tests to validate newproduct designs.* Develops programs for data acquisition.* Collects and installs instrumentation for test.* Compiles test reports that document procedures and communicates results andguidance to design group.* Gives work direction to test operators.* Coordinates interaction with experimental shop and field test to ensuretest activities correlate with available parts and current designiteration.

Position Title: Engineering Technician

Specific Position Requirements: Max Rate: ***/hr (Would prefer ***/hr).
This is an entry level technician role. They are willing to train. Anyone with some technical/mechanical aptitude would be nice. They had success in the past getting people either attending or graduating from Blackhawk Community College.

MAJOR PURPOSE:
Working in the Accelerated Design Verification (ADV) group to provide project support performing test setup, monitoring, inspection, and reporting using procedures and criteria set forth in the test plan.

This is a 3rd shift position working 10:00 pm to 6:30 am (Sunday through Friday morning)

MAJOR DUTIES: Description of the major duties performed in this job.
Position may be responsible for:

" Assembly of test rigs based on layout drawings and setup instructions. This includes:
o Mechanical assembly using hand tools and battery/air impact wrenches
o Use of overhead cranes
o Connecting hydraulic plumbing
o Connecting electrical control cables
" Document any changes to the setup procedure and layout drawings for continuous improvement.
" Monitor and adjust test controls as necessary to keep the tests running efficiently.
" Perform test specimen inspections and make repairs as required by the defined test parameters.
" Document all test related incidents and activities using a web-based application.
" Contact the appropriate Deere personnel as required to prevent safety issues, environmental issues, and failures to test equipment or specimens and perform emergency shutoff procedures if necessary.
" Perform routine lab maintenance and cleaning. Including, but not limited to, mopping, vacuuming, organizing, and putting away tools/equipment in the lab.
" Pick up parts from the *** Parts Distribution Center and perform various other errands.

PREFERRED BACKGROUND:
" Experience working on machinery (tear down and repair), mechanic/mechanical background
" Knowledge of Windows file/folder structure and how to copy/move/rename files
" Good computer skills with Microsoft Office
" Ability to read dimensioned part drawings and test layout drawings
" Ability to work independently
Experience with servo-hydraulic or hydraulic systems preferred, but not necessary

EEO:

Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.