Mechanical Engineering Technician - OCU - Technical - 3x12 PM Shift

Cummins • Columbus, OH

23d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for the Emissions Measurement Laboratory Weekend Nights 3x12 7pm to 7am. The role involves building, repairing, and preparing articles for testing, as well as installing test articles into test structures. The technician will perform tests according to set methods and procedures, ensuring accurate and reliable results. A deep understanding of test equipment function and its contribution to test validity is required. The role also includes configuring and operating data acquisition systems, analyzing data, and understanding the functioning of the product under test. Responsibilities extend to test stand installation, troubleshooting, setups, and laboratory equipment maintenance. Support and recommendations will be provided to engineering for equipment supplier evaluation, facility updates, and instrument specifications. Other duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent required with Department of Labor Certification OR Associates degree from an accredited program in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience OR Bachelors degree in a related field.
• Department of Labor Certification OR four year experience/education requirement accomplished through either Bachelors degree in related field OR associates degree in related field and at least two years of relevant experience.
• Technicians will be required to do all mandatory training to remain compliant in their roles (HSE, CLC courses, bottle training, LOTO, etc.).
• Technicians will be required to communicate with internal customers via email and collaboration applications (i.e. MS Teams).
• Technicians will be expected to learn necessary fabrication skills and diagnostic skills.
• Technicians will be expected to review their time sheet every week.
• Technicians will be expected to purchase all necessary tools to work in the Laboratory.

Nice To Haves

• Has an in-depth understanding of the function on of the test equipment used to perform test and the contribution of the test equipment to the validity of the test results.
• Has an in-depth understanding of the functioning of the product under test to assess the contribution of the product to the validity of the test results.
• Provides support/recommendations to engineering for equipment supplier evaluation and qualification, equipment and facility updates and instrument specification.

Responsibilities

• Conducts performance and reliability testing on multiple and single cylinder engines, components, systems, and controls.
• Performs diagnosis of engines, components, systems, controls, and test cell problems and initiates appropriate resolutions.
• Configures and operates data acquisition systems; analyzes and reviews data for appropriateness; writes computer programs to assist in analysis and data interpretation; configures engine test programs; interprets results makes necessary adjustments; documents, defines data collected, and maintains electronic files.
• Performs rig, engine and component builds, tear down, and inspections.
• Grades and measures components.
• Creates sketches for machining and fabricates necessary piping, tubing, and brackets from prints and drawings.
• Installs engines and instrumentation of engines and components in test cells, test rigs.
• Uses common tools such as Calterm, Asset, Cyflex, etc.
• Designs, documents, and executes test plans; provides input during the creation of test plans; prepares test reports to include findings, conclusions and recommendations.
• Understands and applies appropriate company and department rules and guidelines to work.
• Works with and trains apprentices and technicians.
• Interfaces with customers, suppliers, engineers, and other functions.
• Coordinates programs including planning, scheduling, ordering, and tracking.
• Participates in the maintenance of quality procedures.
• Leads and participates in improvement projects.
• Develops and gives presentations to customers and suppliers.
• Knows and complies with all 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level