Scope/Summary Statement:
Perform duties necessary to set up and monitor PC based test equipment and instrumentation in the lab and at the test track areas.
Job Function Statements:
1. Set up and operate PC based test equipment and instrumentation
in the lab, at the test track and in the field.
2. Carry out test/project procedures from written or verbal instructions.
3. Document test/project details using the appropriate forms.
4. Maintain & repair electronic equipment.
5. Calibrate electronic equipment.
6. Recommend new equipment and applications toward
enhancing and expanding R&D capabilities.
7. Able to work within a team oriented environment.
8. Must be able to enter information obtained from tests into Outlook, Access database, or Excel spreadsheet.
9. Ensure work area cleanliness and safety rules are followed.
10. Fill in as needed and/or assist with mechanical technician duties.
Physical Requirements:
1. Be able to push/pull parts into proper position for testing. This includes pushing/pulling while in an upright, or stooping position.
2. Able to work under and on a rail car to assist with assembly or testing.
3. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
4. Position requires the ability to regularly bend, stoop, stand and sit.
Tools Equip. & Measuring Instruments:
Must have general knowledge in the use of laboratory equipment and test machines. Must have knowledge in the use of strain gauges, wheatstone bridge circuits, load cells, electronic transducers, digital data acquisition systems, machine control systems and signal processing principles.
Education and/or Experience:
Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Technology or equivalent; and one to three months related experience and/or training in load cells and strain gauge application. Must be able to read engineering drawings. Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs. Must have good troubleshooting skills and a strong mechanical aptitude. Must be analytical, organized and able to multi-task.
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