Development Technician

DZConneX Solutions Ltd; City of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann is seeking a Development Technician to work with engineers and technical teams to take projects from concept to completion. You will conduct experiments, gather data, troubleshoot, support equipment installations, and drive process improvements in a dynamic industrial environment.

The role requires a technical mindset, strong collaboration, and the ability to interpret technical documents. A valid driver’s license or passport is required, and background screening will be

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree in Drafting/Engineering preferred.
• Broad experience in a technical area.
• Valid REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or current passport.
• Positive attitude and collaboration skills.
• Background screening mandated.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance to Engineers or Scientists in projects, studies or development functions.
• Acts as liaison to ensure equipment is fabricated and processes meet specifications.
• Compiles data, prepares technical reports and evaluations, conducts experiments and tests.
• May act as an engineer on certain projects.
• Prepares requisitions, specifications, bid analysis, coordinates deliveries.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Mathematics

Problem solving

Excel

Word processing

CADD (Revit/Bentley)

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in Drafting/Engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

CADD (Revit/Bentley)

Job description

Turn Ideas Into Action-Build, Test & Improve!

Are you a hands-on problem solver who enjoys figuring out how things work and how to make them work better? As a Development Technician, you’ll work alongside engineers and technical teams to bring projects from concept to completion. From conducting experiments and testing equipment to gathering data, troubleshooting problems, supporting equipment installations, and improving processes, you won’t just watch engineering happen, you’ll be part of it!

If you have a technical mindset, enjoy variety, and are ready to put your Drafting/Engineering education and hands-on experience to work in a unique industrial environment, this could be the opportunity for you!

As the Development Technician here's the work you'll do:

• Provides assistance to Engineers or other Scientists in engineering projects, technical studies or development functions.
• May act as liaison between the chief of an engineering project and personnel performing work in the field to assure that equipment is fabricated and processes are performed according to specifications; may conduct studies or assist in the design and development of processes, procedures and equipment and recommends changes.
• Compiles data, prepares technical reports and evaluations, performs experiments, investigations and special tests.
• May act as an engineer on certain projects.
• May prepare requisitions, specifications, perform bid analysis, coordinate deliveries and assembly of equipment with users.
• May perform building inspections and prepare reports on surveys and problem areas as assigned.
• May coordinate improved maintenance procedures within the Mechanical Division. Prepares procedures, analyzes records and prepares recommendations on improved equipment management programs.
• Exercise initiative, independent judgment and discretion.
• Assures that he/she understands the necessity to continuously improve processes and systems under their control and to meet customer needs, both internal and external.
• Maintains familiarity with, observes and trains the staff in Safety, Environmental (RCRA), and Health requirements.
• Performs operations generating hazardous waste solvents. The hazardous waste solvents in the accumulation area must be properly maintained. EPA RCRA hazardous waste regulations require weekly inspection of containers, preparation or weekly inspection record, proper container labeling and ensure drums are closed when not being filled.

This role is for you if you have these skills:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

And if you have these qualifications:

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required.
• Associate's degree from two-year college or technical school in Drafting/Engineering Preferred.
• Broad experience in a technical area.
• Must possess a valid REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, which includes the gold or black star in the upper corner OR current passport, indicating it is federally compliant.
• A positive attitude and the ability to collaborate with team members is essential for contributing to a cohesive work environment.
• Successful completion of a background screening process is mandated for all candidates.

Candidates may be required to satisfy additional job-related requirements, including those established and controlled by third parties, as part of the selection process.

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws,the salary range for this role is $52,160-$78,240.This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements)

We care about our employee's and it shows!

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery.
• Balancing (e.g. maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)
• Stooping (e.g. bending the spine at the waist)
• Reaching (e.g. reaching the arms or legs in any direction)
• Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 25 pounds
• Walking
• Repetitive motion of any part of the body
• Kneeling, crouching or crawling
• Pushing or pulling (e.g. using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction or in a dragging or hauling motion)
• Manual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)
• Grasping (e.g. use of hand to apply pressure)
• Feeling (e.g. perceiving an object’s size, shape, texture, etc.)
• Climbing (e.g. ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, pole, etc. using feet and legs and hands/arms to climb)
• Hearing
• Talking
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.
• Ability to read complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.
• Ability to write complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to express thoughts orally.
• Expertise in: EXCEL, WORD, CADD (Revit/Bentley)
• Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bullet proof vest, or other equipment.
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company’s office or worksite.
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.g. extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.)

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