Mechanical Engineering Technician Apprentice - OCU - Technical - 1st Shift - New Apprentice Role

Cummins•Columbus, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Job Summary: Prepares test articles for test, including initial build and final teardown. Responsible for installing instrumentation into test articles per relevant engineering standards. As part of a formal apprenticeship training program, assists journeyman Mechanical Engineering Technicians and Associates to learn, develop and apply the skills necessary to obtain a Department of Labor certification as a journeyman. Also independently performs work to help support area needs during work rotations. Key Responsibilities: Assists in testing in accordance with established test procedures and methodology. Prepare test articles and associated fixtures, rigs, and equipment for testing. Demonstrates an understanding of the function of test equipment and the contribution of the test equipment to the validity of test results. Demonstrates knowledge of the functioning of the product under test to assess the contribution of the product to the validity of the test results. Performs test stand installation, troubleshooting and setups and the upkeep and maintenance of laboratory equipment. Performs other duties as required. Learns to independently conduct performance and reliability testing of engines, components, systems, and controls; learns to independently perform diagnosis of engines, components, systems, controls, and test cell problems and initiates appropriate resolutions. Learns to independently configure and operates data acquisition systems, and to complete data analysis and reviews; learns to independently interpret results and makes necessary adjustments; learns to document, define data collected, and maintain electronic files. Learns to independently perform rig, engine and component builds, tear downs, and inspections. Learns to independently grade and measure components. Learns to independently create machining sketches, and fabricate necessary piping, tubing, and brackets from prints and drawings. Learns to independently install engines and instrumentation of engines and components in test cells and test rigs. Learns to design and document test plans; provides input during the creation of test plans; drafts test reports to include findings, conclusions and recommendations for review by Technicians, Associates, or Engineers. Attends classes and training programs and makes appropriate progress necessary to build basic skills and knowledge required to pass Department of Labor certification examinations. Conducts work independently in the areas described above after sufficient training. Assists technicians and engineers as required. Learns and applies appropriate Company and department rules and guidelines to work. Participates in the maintenance of quality procedures. Participates in improvement projects. Maintains cleanliness within the workplace. Learns and complies with departmental safety policies and procedures. Demonstrates confidentiality as required. Participates in self- and team-audits and associated corrective action. Performs other miscellaneous duties, as required, to get the job done.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED or equivalent required.
Must meet the minimum educational requirements to be “Program Ready” to start the apprenticeship program.
Registration in a certified apprenticeship learning program required (for example, a Department of Labor certified program).
STEM Testing Requirements for new apprentices Requires some work experience and intermediate level knowledge obtained through training or on-the-job experience.
Applicants must be program ready at the time of application submission to be considered.
Program readiness can be proven by: 1. Providing a college transcript proving a passing grade in a pre-requisite math course, making the applicant ready to enroll in Ivy Tech MATH 136. 2. Completing the Knowledge Assessment (STEM path) through Ivy Tech and providing a screenshot of a passing score of 70 or more. Submit your proof of program readiness to [email protected] To complete the Knowledge Assessment: 1. Apply to Ivy Tech at ivytech.edu as courses only, if asked. 2. Receive acceptance and instructions to set up your account via email. 3. Setup your MyIvy account and click the link labeled "Knowledge Assessment." 4. Select STEM Math. If this option is not on your screen, click "enter a key to join private goals" and enter "STEM." If prompted for a key at any point once you have access to this assessment, enter "STEM." 5. Complete the initial assessment. If you do not earn a score of 70 or more, complete the remediation with the EdReady system. By completing the remediation, you will reach the target score. 6. Submit a screenshot of your final score to prove program readiness.
Requires some work experience and intermediate level knowledge obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.
Maintain Apprenticeship training records
Successfully complete required Apprenticeship courses and training
Maintain a record in good standing within the Apprenticeship Program
Complete all mandatory training by required deadlines
This is a Mechanical Engineering Technician Apprenticeship role requiring enrollment in the MET Apprenticeship Program
Rotational Shift as required for OJT (On the Job Training)

Responsibilities

Assists in testing in accordance with established test procedures and methodology.
Prepare test articles and associated fixtures, rigs, and equipment for testing.
Demonstrates an understanding of the function of test equipment and the contribution of the test equipment to the validity of test results.
Demonstrates knowledge of the functioning of the product under test to assess the contribution of the product to the validity of the test results.
Performs test stand installation, troubleshooting and setups and the upkeep and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Performs other duties as required.
Learns to independently conduct performance and reliability testing of engines, components, systems, and controls; learns to independently perform diagnosis of engines, components, systems, controls, and test cell problems and initiates appropriate resolutions.
Learns to independently configure and operates data acquisition systems, and to complete data analysis and reviews; learns to independently interpret results and makes necessary adjustments; learns to document, define data collected, and maintain electronic files.
Learns to independently perform rig, engine and component builds, tear downs, and inspections.
Learns to independently grade and measure components.
Learns to independently create machining sketches, and fabricate necessary piping, tubing, and brackets from prints and drawings.
Learns to independently install engines and instrumentation of engines and components in test cells and test rigs.
Learns to design and document test plans; provides input during the creation of test plans; drafts test reports to include findings, conclusions and recommendations for review by Technicians, Associates, or Engineers.
Attends classes and training programs and makes appropriate progress necessary to build basic skills and knowledge required to pass Department of Labor certification examinations.
Conducts work independently in the areas described above after sufficient training.
Assists technicians and engineers as required.
Learns and applies appropriate Company and department rules and guidelines to work.
Participates in the maintenance of quality procedures.
Participates in improvement projects.
Maintains cleanliness within the workplace.
Learns and complies with departmental safety policies and procedures.
Demonstrates confidentiality as required.
Participates in self- and team-audits and associated corrective action.
Performs other miscellaneous duties, as required, to get the job done.