Production Technician

City of Shakopee, MN; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Staff Calibration Technician to perform accurate and timely calibrations in our laboratory and at customer sites. You will support ISO 17025 accreditation and help implement calibration processes while adhering to our Quality Management System and corporate policies.

The role emphasizes calibration interpretation, participation in audits, and maintenance of calibration equipment with limited travel.

Qualifications

• In-lab calibration experience required.
• Associate degree in a technical discipline with 3 years in electrical measurement or calibration training with 4 years in electrical measurement calibration.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibrations on customer equipment in the lab and at customer sites.
• Support ISO 17025 accreditation efforts.
• Develop and implement calibration lab processes.
• Adhere to Quality Management System and ISO 17025 requirements.
• Follow NI and corporate policies.
• Interpret calibration results and participate in audits.
• Assist in reviewing laboratory nonconformances.
• Support routine maintenance and inter-laboratory checks.

Skills

In-lab calibration exp

ISO 17025 knowledge

Quality management awareness

<20% travel

Education

Associate degree in technical discipline

Formal calibration training

Tools

Keysight 3458A

Fluke 57XXA

Rohde & Schwarz FSUP26

Oscilloscope calibrator

Signal analyzers

Signal generators

Oscilloscopes

Network analyzers

Modular instruments

Job description

The Hardware Services group at NI has an opening for a Staff Calibration Technician. The Staff Calibration Technician has the overall responsibility of performing accurate and timely calibrations within the guidelines and policies of NI. This position offers the opportunity to work with our stakeholders to deliver world class services while continuing your growth as a calibration professional.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Perform calibrations on customer equipment in the laboratory as well as at their site
• Support the maintenance of our ISO 17025 accreditation
• Support the development and implementation of processes used in the Calibration Services Laboratory
• Adhere to our Quality Management System and ISO 17025
• Adhere to all NI Corporate policies
• Provide interpretations of calibration results
• Participate during internal and external audits
• Assist in review and technical analysis on laboratory nonconformance
• Support the performance of routine maintenance, inter-laboratory comparison and intermediate check of Laboratory equipment

Qualifications

Basic Requirements

• In laboratory calibration experience
• Associate degree in a technical discipline plus 3 years of experience in electrical measurement OR formal calibration training plus 4 years of experience in electrical measurement calibration
• Knowledge of ISO 17025
• <20 % Travel

Preferred Requirements

• Strong knowledge in instrumentation, first‑hand experience with signal analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and modular instruments is preferred
  • Examples include but are not limited to: Keysight 3458A Digital Multimeter, Fluke 57XXA Multifunction Calibrators, Rohde & Schwarz FSUP26, Fluke 9500B Oscilloscope Calibrator
• Knowledge and experience in use of automated calibration environments such as NI’s Calibration Executive, Metcal, Etc
• Experience participating in 17025 accreditation audits

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.