Engineering Tech 2 at TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH CENTER INC. – East Liberty, Ohio

The Engineering Technician provides technical support for engineers and customers working in such areas as research, design, development, testing, or manufacturing process improvement. Work pertains to electrical, electronic, or mechanical components including responsibilities such as preparing and assisting with design drawings, maintaining and modifying equipment, set-up and preparation of tests, repair and diagnostic work, and collection and organization of test data. Position level is determined by the knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to the duties assigned.

Essential Functions*

Provide technical support to project teams

Set up, monitor, operate, and maintain standard test equipment

Prepare, support, and/or conduct tests using established procedures with supervision

Ensure high-quality customer deliverables

*TRC Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and is willing to make a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job.

**Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Other Duties and Responsibilities (Non-Essential Functions)

Assist in the development of proposals and plans for research programs

Communicate directly with customers and clarify their needs and expectations

Organize and review documentation and record/report activities and data accurately

Perform data processing using well-defined methods

Assist in the planning of project and follow budget requirements

Assist in presentation and report preparation

Assemble or install equipment or parts requiring basic wiring, soldering, or connecting

Extract engineering data from various prescribed but non-standardized sources

Follow safety procedures; wear protective equipment including safety glasses and steel-toed shoes

Support TRC Inc.s Quality and EH&S (Environmental, Health, and Safety) efforts

Qualifications

High school diploma is required

Two years related experience preferred

Practical knowledge and experience of mechanical and/or electronics applications

Practical knowledge of science or engineering

Proficient in the use of test equipment, tools and machinery, welding equipment and/or electronics

Valid state DMV issued or valid foreign country issued drivers license

Excellent communication skills

Basic computer skills

Working conditions

Standard office, climate-controlled environment

Standard laboratory environment

May be exposed to temperatures below 0 degree and above 95 degrees

May be exposed to inclement weather

May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, such as gas, oil, and paint

Physical requirements

Ability to move objects weighing up to 50 pounds

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time

Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment

Ability to communicate with customers and co-workers

Capable of positioning ones self into bending, stretching, climbing, or awkward positions