Electro Mechanical Technician at Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom

Kelly® Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom (SETT) is hiring an Electromechanical Test Technician for a long-term opportunity in Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

Electromechanical Test Technician (R&D Lab)

Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Hourly Pay: $35.00/hr W2

Health benefits - medical, dental & vision + paid vacation & holidays

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides skilled technical assistance in an R&D testing laboratory.
• Coordinates laboratory calibration and maintenance activities through planning/scheduling equipment PMs/calibrations and interactions with client systems for services in the lab and is responsible for calibration documentation and records.
• Maintains lab compliance with EHS policies ensuring environmental health and safety compliance, permits, work process, sustainability initiatives and training.
• General ordering and management of lab consumables, reagents/detergents.
• Supports the verification and qualification of laboratory equipment and test method verification.
• Performs audit support, archiving and records retention.
• Coordinates with outside contractors regarding repairs covered by maintenance agreements.
• Documents daily records of inspections, maintenance activity, repairs, and other work performed within approved guidelines and procedures.
• Supports routine tasks associated with Functional/Kinematic Tests as requested and directed by DPS Lab staff.
• Technician(s) will perform mechanical and functional testing independently under the input and guidance from a research and testing engineer.
• This includes communication with multiple disciplines, knowledge of mechanical testing apparatus/methodology, and data reporting.
• Independently execute mechanical testing to assess functional requirements of implants and instruments
• Perform mechanical testing such as fatigue, endurance, static and dynamic testing, tensile testing, corrosion testing, and load to failure.
• Prepares test specimens, setups and performs laboratory experiments per provided protocols, work instructions and validated test methods or industry standards (Instron, MTS, Vivo, Simsol).
• Analyze data using statistical analysis.
• Documents test results and procedures.
• Maintains laboratory records according to procedure.
• Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level.
• Clearly and professionally communicate test findings, technical challenges, and proposed resolutions to R&T members.

Qualifications:

• Electrical engineer background.
• Technical experience with Electrical test equipment and supportive fixture building.
• 2-5 years of experience in instrumentation and control or installing, calibrating, maintaining and repairing equipment or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory testing execution per provided protocols and standards (Instron, MTS, Vivo, Simsol).
• Familiarity with material manufacturing processes; material mechanical, physical, and chemical testing; and material characterization.
• Functional/Mechanical Test focused.
• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with diverse team members.
• Skills required include verbal and written communication skills, computer skills, task management, problem solving, and mechanical aptitude.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required and a minimum of two years of related experience and/or training. Associates degree in scientific field of study preferred or equivalent related work experience.