Datasheet Writer

Transcat • West Carrollton, OH

3d

About The Position

A Datasheet Writer collects, develops, composes, and edits technical material to create calibration datasheets and associated reports. The role also performs calibrations of test equipment in at least three measurement disciplines, with advanced experience in at least one discipline. The writer researches technical manuals, standards, and manufacturer publications; creates and reviews datasheets; coordinates with technicians and other personnel; and helps ensure calibration work meets customer requirements. The position also assists in training fellow Datasheet Writers and developing process improvements.

Requirements

• Experience in at least three measurement disciplines, with advanced understanding of at least one discipline.
• Familiarity with complex instrumentation, tools, and test equipment.
• Ability to work with and understand new test equipment technologies and associated concepts.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Advanced organizational and time-management skills.
• A diploma from a technical, military, or trade school and/or an associate’s or higher degree in engineering, electronics, or a related technical field, with 5+ years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in PMEL (Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory), TMDE (Test Measurement Diagnostic Equipment) calibration laboratories, or equivalent.
• ASQ Certified Calibration Technician (CCT) certification and/or a statistical background.

Responsibilities

• Obtain, research, and collect source documents to develop calibration datasheets for technicians, including military procedures, international standards, and equipment manufacturer publications.
• Produce general and customer-specific calibration datasheets using approved procedures.
• Review and approve pending datasheets produced by other members of the Datasheet Team.
• Revise rejected datasheets until they are correct and approved.
• Interface with technicians, lab managers, and Datasheet Team members to research calibration procedures.
• Interview technicians and related personnel and review journals, reports, and other material to understand calibration methods.
• Organize and maintain the internal library of equipment manufacturer manuals, specifications, and procedures.
• Review published materials and recommend revisions or changes to scope, format, and content.
• Explain calibration issues and processes to customers when needed.
• Coordinate and manage daily datasheet and calibration workloads with little or no direction from management.
• Identify and use appropriate measurement techniques.
• Understand test equipment specifications and create uncertainty budgets.
• Create, update, analyze, and approve calibration datasheets in a timely manner to meet customer requirements.
• Assist, train, and develop fellow Datasheet Writers.
• Perform calibrations while analyzing calibration processes and associated uncertainties.
• Develop and implement process improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits
• Stock purchase plan
• Training and development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree