Engineering Technician

Sensata • Attleboro, MA

7d • $32 - $44

About The Position

Sensata is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering Technician to join our global Industrial Solutions organization. The qualified candidate will assist in new product design development, design upgrades to existing products and lab infrastructure improvements to support the growth of the Sensing Solutions Business. - This position is responsible for supporting the design, build and testing of new prototype and existing industrial sensor, switch and thermal products. Support cross functional teams with product design development and performance evaluation Develop and conduct tests (mechanical, electrical, environmental) as required in support of design projects and quality analysis. Responsible for preparing samples for test; test and measurement of protection product attributes; teardown and analysis of tested materials; determination of test requirements and methods based on test needs. Writing and submitting test requests, summaries and conclusions. Preparation of documents and engineering test database(s) with a methodology of capturing, sorting, finding and retrieving test data. Will work with external agency personnel during test programs. Support and conduct testing to required standards (UL, CE, customer specific) Coordinate testing and logistical necessities of samples with other laboratories as necessary to enable the timely completion of engineering goals and objectives.

Requirements

• BS/AS Electronics or Mechanical Engineering Technology preferred
• Working knowledge of and ability to interpret agency standards (UL, CE, etc.)
• Familiarity with general electrical laboratory equipment, principles, and procedures including those related to general safety requirements.
• Working knowledge of test and measurement equipment (Instron/Chatillion, Fluke/Nicolet/HP, laser/LVDT’s) and techniques for measuring force, distance, voltage and current.
• Computer literate in MS Windows
• Strong problem solving skills
• Good oral and written communication skills including the ability to describe test events and results in technical report format.
• Ability to work in a team environment with other engineers and technicians in order to meet team goals.
• May be required to supervise technicians conducting test programs
• Responsible for lab equipment preventative maintenance and continuous improvement
• Highly effective time management skills with ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be capable of lifting up to 8 lbs. on a regular basis and up to 25 lbs. on occasion
• Capable of using hand tools and laboratory equipment
• Overtime including weekends may be required in order to meet program schedules.
• Foreign travel may be required
• Some travel may be required; less than 5%.Travel is mostly, but not limited to, various testing facilities in U.S. and abroad to complement internal testing programs.
• Business emergencies may occur which require extended periods of travel to locations in Mexico, China and the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, build and testing of new prototype and existing industrial sensor, switch and thermal products
• Support cross functional teams with product design development and performance evaluation
• Develop and conduct tests (mechanical, electrical, environmental) as required in support of design projects and quality analysis.
• Responsible for preparing samples for test; test and measurement of protection product attributes; teardown and analysis of tested materials; determination of test requirements and methods based on test needs.
• Writing and submitting test requests, summaries and conclusions.
• Preparation of documents and engineering test database(s) with a methodology of capturing, sorting, finding and retrieving test data.
• Will work with external agency personnel during test programs.
• Support and conduct testing to required standards (UL, CE, customer specific)
• Coordinate testing and logistical necessities of samples with other laboratories as necessary to enable the timely completion of engineering goals and objectives.

Benefits

• Sensata offers competitive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans, along with education reimbursement, wellness programs, a 401(k) retirement plan with Company matching, and a variety of paid time off, such as vacation or flex-time, sick, bereavement, and parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees