ENGINEERING LAB TECH

East Penn Manufacturing • Lyons, PA

111d

About The Position

East Penn is a stable, essential employer, and has been voted one of the Best Places to Work in PA for 21 years! At East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company. We are a private, family-owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone. We want our employees to have long-term careers, and many do. More than 38% of our workforce has over a decade of service. Our open-door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, employee appreciation and recognition events, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are. Are you passionate about engineering and eager to dive into the hands-on world of technology? We're on the lookout for a friendly and detail-oriented Engineering Lab Tech to join our innovative team! In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with engineers and researchers, contributing to exciting projects that push the boundaries of technology. Your day-to-day tasks will involve setting up and maintaining laboratory equipment, conducting experiments, and assisting with data collection and analysis. You will be a vital part of our team, ensuring that our engineering projects run smoothly and efficiently. Being part of our engaging work environment means you'll gain invaluable experience while collaborating with talented professionals who are just as excited about engineering as you are. If you are eager to learn and grow in a dynamic setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you to apply your skills and make a tangible impact in the engineering field. Join us in our mission to develop cutting-edge solutions that change the world around us, and take your career to the next level!

Requirements

• Associate Degree required, Bachelor of Science Degree preferred.
• Able to read and understand lab procedures.
• Accurate Basic Math skills (adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing).
• Basic understanding of Algebra preferred.
• Basic understanding of Geometry preferred.
• Basic understanding of trigonometry preferred.
• Proficient computer skills, including Word and Excel.
• Recognizes irregularities and brings to the attention of supervisors.
• Ability to communicate with co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Conducts cell testing (up to 4-year lifecycle, 10-cycle capacity) for competitive analysis, research, and experimentation; records and interprets data.
• Performs application testing in various scenarios, including solar energy, depth-of-discharge variations, fast-charging locomotives, and cold storage environments.
• Participates in cross-functional meetings to support project alignment and collaboration.
• Maintains accurate records, technical documentation, and project reports.
• Ensures proper maintenance, calibration, and functionality of laboratory equipment.
• Performs cell autopsies and collects samples for analytical testing.
• Assists in determining the disposition of nonconforming products, with authority to initiate production or shipment holds when necessary.
• Authors, approves, and maintains documentation within the quality management system.
• Completes additional duties as assigned by management.
• Upholds product quality standards and adheres to hygiene, housekeeping, and safety protocols.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Available to work mandatory overtime as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: Associate degree