Test Lab Technician, 1st shift

Regal Rexnord•Downers Grove, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Rexnord Industries, LLC, a leading supplier in the Aerospace industry, is seeking a Test Lab Technician to assist in setting up, programming, and running various tests on mechanical parts and completing test reports for submission to customers. The role requires a strong understanding of materials, mechanical, and electrical engineering concepts that apply to our test procedures. This position requires a degree of independence in testing and problem-solving skills. The Technician works directly with engineering, management, and customers. The Technician performs all maintenance for testing area and equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; Associates degree or Trade School Certificate strongly preferred.
Minimum of 1-5 years of experience working in a test lab completing tests of mechanical components or in a related area.
Previous experience using troubleshooting and data acquisition software desirable.
Knowledge of electrical and electronics preferred.
Mechanical background assembling testing equipment preferred.
Assists all levels of engineers with their tasks and assignments.
Performs a variety of complicated tasks related to testing of components within the business unit.
Adapts procedures, processes, tools, equipment and techniques to accomplish the requirements of the position.
Serves as a resource to the Engineering team.
Assist in resolution of complex problems and issues.
Problem solving skills.
Ability to work within a team.
Analytical thinker.

Responsibilities

Use a combination of standard testing and new procedures and work under limited supervision to perform assigned tests.
Under direction of engineers and Sr. Lab Technicians, perform a variety of engineering and design duties such as drawing reviews, basic design of mechanical or electrical components on existing products, new products, assemblies, and tests.
Provide technical review of test design, fabrication, setup and operation to accomplish the desired test plan within the time and target budget.
Review and analyze test concepts.
Recommend the best materials, tolerances, choice of components, manufacturing method, or construction to accomplish function and minimize cost.
Select purchased components as necessary to best accomplish a desired function.
Proactively prepare basic design specifications and general arrangement of drawings of assemblies, machines, and test equipment as directed.
Devise, fabricate, and assemble components and parts.
Perform independent evaluation or validation of equipment by establishing operating conditions, devising performance tests, setting up apparatus, conducting tests, recording and analyzing results, modifying components, and recommending changes needed to improve equipment.
Ensure operation of equipment and product by completing preventative maintenance requirements, calibrating, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs or performing repairs, and maintaining equipment inventories.
Work closely with sales, marketing, engineers and customer personnel.
Interact with customers, provide input, and review proposed development.

Benefits

Competitive Hourly Wage ($25-30/hr)
Matching 401(k) contribution
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care) & Health Savings Accounts
Critical illness and Accident Insurance, as well as Life Insurance, and an EAP
Educational Reimbursement
Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
Paid Time Off and Holidays
401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Paid Leaves
Tuition Assistance