Corporate Engineering Technician II - Quality

Description

The Engineering Technician II is responsible for investigating and testing warranty returns, and documenting the performance of electrical, mechanical, and environmental tests of current product designs under general supervision. Facilitates continuous improvement activities to reduce the potential for product defects. Partners with Engineering and is involved with problem identification, containment activities, action plan creation and execution. Ensures that the test requirements for product testing and processes are defined and met

• Mentor and train developing technicians.
• Update and develop policies and procedures supporting the continuous improvement of the Engineering Labs
• Test and diagnose electrical and mechanical parts and Generators returned from the field.
• Setup test equipment and products in proper sequence per testing procedures.
• Conduct process and product audits to ensure team members are following standardized operating procedures and adhering to all quality standards.
• Document all findings and report out on the data.
• Review Warranty Claims and identify trending product issues.
• Maintain test-related documentation in database environment.
• Collaborate with Engineers for planning of testing requirements.
• Actively participate with fellow Lab team members in daily maintenance of Lab environment and preventive maintenance of Lab equipment.
• Exercises judgement within procedures and practices in selecting methods and techniques for arriving at solutions.
• Analyze test data and prepare formal and informal test reports.
• Assist with NPI/ECN changes and other duties as assigned by Quality Supervisor or Manager
• Recommend laboratory test equipment and facility requirements
• Accurately interpret and document scientific notation, temperature, pressure, and other measurements.
• Resolve problems with assistance from peers or supervisors depending on the level and complexity.
• Suggest and implement improvements of existing equipment, designs, and/or processes to improve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
• Implements resolutions from basic to moderately complex problems.
• Perform tests on existing products for stated criteria involving mechanical, electrical, environmental, and electromechanical functions through ISO 17025 and Laboratory Scope of Operations.
• Use various mechanical, electrical, and electronic measurement devices.
• Validate laboratory testing methods and demonstrate testing competence per ISO 17025 and the Laboratory Scope of Operations.
• Assist with the Generac Engineering Laboratory Audit and organization 5S programs.
• Process RMA. Work with Warranty Team to process RMA’s.

Requirements

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

• 2 Years of relevant work experience
• High School Diploma

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
• Eligible for summer hours! (Memorial Day – Labor Day)
• Every day is Jeans Day! Dress for your day.
• State-of-the-art facility with an onsite gym, walking trails, café, free parking and many employee activities
• Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers
• We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
• Product loan and discount programs

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance