Engineering Lab Technician

Pregis LLC; Aurora, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Pregis LLC in Illinois is seeking an Engineering Lab Tech to support engineering projects by adapting techniques, conducting tests and inspections, and preparing reports and calculations. You will assist with product testing and data reporting to help improve existing systems and newly commercialized products in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

The role requires an associate’s degree or equivalent and at least two years of industry experience as an engineering technician.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of prior industry experience as an Engineering Technician or similar role required.
• Hands-on experience with engineering projects in an R&D environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and document product testing.
• Develop, design and build new standardized test plans and fixtures as well as improve upon existing to increase performance (efficiency, cost, etc.).
• Accurately carry out data collection and documentation, as per test plan, with performance of various consumable products.
• Assist in interpreting and analyzing data. Compile information in MS Office by creating tables, graphs, interpret information, etc.
• Support various engineering best practices process implementation.
• Execute other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Problem solving

Tools and gauges

Electromechanical equipment

MS Office data skills

MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Self-starter communication

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

2+ years industry experience as Engineering Technician

Tools

Job description

Engineering Lab Tech

Job Summary

Reporting to the Technical Director, the Engineering Lab Tech will support engineering projects by adapting and applying engineering techniques, conducting tests and inspections, and preparing reports and calculations. This position will be responsible for assisting with product testing, data reporting/analysis and various Engineering related product improvement projects to support the organization on continued improvement and success of existing systems products and newly commercialized products. The candidate will work in a dynamic and collaborative environment and will be held directly accountable to deliver accurate and time-sensitive results. The position requires a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual that brings impact.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and document product testing.
• Develop, design and build new standardized test plans and fixtures as well as improve upon existing to increase performance in some way (efficiency, cost, etc.).
• Accurately carry out data collection and documentation, as per test plan, with performance of various consumable products.
• Assist in interpreting and analyzing data. Compile information in MS Office by creating tables, graphs, interpret information, etc.
• Support various engineering best practices process implementation.
• Execute other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree or equivalent.
• Two or more years of prior industry experience as an Engineering Technician or similar role

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to work hands on with Engineering projects in an R&D environment.
• Problem solving mentality with ability to think creatively to troubleshoot machine issues, design constraints, and other roadblocks.
• Prior experience with tools, fixtures and gauges is a plus.
• Willingness and proven ability to work in a hands-on role with electromechanical industrial equipment.
• Mathematical computing and analysis tools knowledge.
• Must have a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to partner with internal customers.
• Must be detail orientated, have strong organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize.
• A self-starter with excellent communication skills

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