Technologist

Engineering Systems Inc•Irvine, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Primarily responsible for the handling and storage of evidence as well as facility operations and maintenance. This position is responsible for maintaining a central repository for all evidence entering the Santa Ana facility. Relevant data must be entered and maintained near real-time in ESi’s artifact database. This position also provides operational support for laboratory testing, preparation, and breakdown. Provides technical support capabilities including fixture design and fabrication, mechanical, structural, electrical, safety, automotive and audio/visual services. Possesses exemplary interpersonal skills, able to work with a wide variety of personalities. Capable of managing multiple tasks, with multiple staff members. Capable of identifying areas of optimization within an organization and is successful at implementation of planned improvements. Studies, records, tests, repairs, calibrates, develops and improves processes, products, and equipment; Assists in application of principles, methods, and techniques by performing the following duties.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED required
Intermediate/advanced skills in Excel and Intermediate/advanced skills in Word; Internet software skills.
Knowledge of laboratory and facility safety practices
Assesses own strengths and development areas; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, walk, crawl, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs. Work may occasionally need to be reformed at various heights, out of doors in varied climate extremes.
This position includes working in a variety of environments including office, laboratory, industrial, construction, and outside. Noise levels, and temperature, according to the work environment. When appropriate employees will be required to use suitable PPE.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
CAD or computer graphics experience a plus.
Will be working on advanced-level software products to operate equipment. Prior knowledge of these systems a plus, but not required.
Experience handling artifacts preferred
Knowledge of digital photography and image handling a plus
Job Knowledge and Skills – Experience with hands-on construction and/or maintenance. Possesses required knowledge and skills in function according to the job description. Demonstrates ability to effectively apply knowledge and skills in accomplishing job assignments.

Responsibilities

Processing evidentiary materials while adhering to procedures including protocol, evidence packaging, and proper completion of database information.
Responsible for the receipt, retention, and disposition of evidence including packaging and shipping coordination of artifacts with clients and external vendors.
Maintenance of electronic artifact handling database.
Occasional travel to incident locations to document artifacts and scene.
Maintains laboratory and warehouse cleanliness and organization.
Assists Engineering and Technical staff in formulating tests, calibration of equipment, and general support.
Sets up standard and special purpose laboratory equipment to evaluate and calibrate other instruments and test equipment.
Troubleshoots, orders, installs and repairs equipment in Denver operations including all relevant laboratory equipment.
Supports consultants in project work involving lab facilities and lab equipment.
Supports inspections via basic documentation and hands-on assistance.
Capable of communicating/working directly with internal and external clients.