Instrument Technician
SGS North America Inc.

Job Info

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Company Description

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 89,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description

The Instrument Technician is responsible for the repair and maintenance of electrical motors, drives, and electrical systems associated with automotive emissions sampling and facility operations.

• Responsible for repair and maintenance of electrical motors, drives, electrical systems associated with automotive emissions sampling and facility operations
• Responsible for calibrating all related automotive instrumentation (dynamometer, emissions analyzers, and specialty exhaust sampling equipment) in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and ISO standards
• Responsible for preventive maintenance of dynamometers, drive, and electrical systems
• Responsible for integrating new equipment, advancing lab ability, and advancing automation systems
• Maintain building and testing related motors, drives, and electrical systems
• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components
• Test electrical circuits or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment Become proficient at using the test cell automation systems
• Test pipe or tubing joints or connections for leaks, using pressure gauge or soap-and-water solution
• Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts
• Adjust or replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry or electronics components
• Maintain system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment
• Provide customer support and education, working with users to identify needs, determine sources of problems, or to provide information on product use
• Write reports or record data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment, or specifications to assist engineers
• Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation
• Reassemble and test equipment following repairs
• Inspect and test systems to verify system compliance with plans and specifications or to detect and locate malfunctions
• Responsible for commissioning new equipment, developing necessary training materials for related staff employees
• Follow documented procedures to properly execute calibration of instrumentation equipment
• Perform data quality checks on calibrated instrumentation
• Responsible to become proficient at using calibration automation systems
• Setup data channel configurations for the instrumentation equipment
• Responsible to work with engineering and technician staff to revolve all issues
• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
• Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and variable schedule(s) as necessary
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned
• Associates degree (or equivalent experience) or greater in electrical, automotive, engineering, or science-related field
• Experience with electrical motor/drive repair and maintenance, wiring, electrical troubleshooting, and facility maintenance
• Experience with analytical instrumentation, engine or vehicle repair or maintenance, and/or gas transfer systems preferable
• Effective at communicating operational issues and test quality issues to engineers and manager

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Associates degree (or equivalent experience) or greater in electrical, automotive, engineering, or science-related field
• Experience with electrical motor/drive repair and maintenance, wiring, electrical troubleshooting, and facility maintenance
• Experience with analytical instrumentation, engine or vehicle repair or maintenance, and/or gas transfer systems preferable

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

• High level of integrity, ethics, and drive towards customer service with strong poise, tact, and diplomacy
• Strong orientation towards teamwork
• Effective at communicating operational issues and test quality issues to engineers and managers
• Strong Verbal & Written Communication skills
• Desire to work in fast paced, rapidly changing and results oriented environment
• High ability to manage time to prioritize competing tasks and demands being able to successfully resolve them
• Maintain vehicle laboratory, engine laboratory, and facility equipment
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of facilities equipment and systems
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing services such as needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of satisfaction
• Ability to approach problems in a scientific manner and implement resolutions with minimal guidance
• Able to use motorized equipment to move vehicles and materials
• Able to bend, squat, lift up to 50 lbs. stand or sit for up to two hours
• Use basic hand and power tools to maintain vehicles and laboratory equipment

Computer Skills

• Skilled use of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel

Salary Range -$30-40/hr based on experience

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