High-Pressure Calibration Technician

Bauer Compressors, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Bauer Compressors, Inc. is seeking a Calibration Technician to perform and document standard relief valve testing and pressure gauge calibrations in the laboratory for high-pressure systems.

You will also assemble gas monitoring systems and maintain certification records, reporting to the Director of Quality. The role requires at least two years in a calibration lab, strong math skills, and knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• Two years of calibration lab experience.
• Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Proficient in ESD procedures.
• Strong math skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Must be detail-oriented and able to multi-task and prioritize demands.

Responsibilities

• Performs pressure calibrations (pressure gauges, force gauges, torque wrenches, etc.) and records data.
• Sets and tests pneumatic safety relief valves.
• Maintains stock levels of RV and pressure gauges to meet production requirements.
• Documents calibration certificates and maintains certification records.
• Performs sound level measurements IAW ISO standards.
• Performs vibration analysis of compressor units versus historical data.
• Maintains calibration and measurement records in databases (MS Access, Excel, or Made2Manage).
• Assembles electrochemical sensor packages with proper ESD precautions.
• Follows Bauer Quality Management System procedures.
• Supports Quality and Calibration team with process improvement projects.

Skills

Calibration lab experience

Strong math skills

MS Office proficiency

ESD procedures

Electrical & mechanical knowledge

Multi-tasking

Detail oriented

Verbal & written communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Technology, Metrology or Mechatronics

Formal training in Metrology

Job description

Bauer Compressors, Inc. is seeking a Calibration Technician to perform and document standard relief valve testing and pressure gauge calibrations in the laboratory for high-pressure systems.

You will also assemble gas monitoring systems and maintain certification records, reporting to the Director of Quality. The role requires at least two years in a calibration lab, strong math skills, and knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.