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Primary Objective:

Follows all PCB procedures and forms in compliance to ISO 9001.

Performs a variety of basic tests on manufactured products by following written procedures, under close supervision. Utilizes basic electrical and mechanical test equipment such as meters, pressure pumps, dead weight testers, shakers and test chambers.

Observes all safety precautions per department guidelines when operating test equipment, especially when handling liquid nitrogen, operating testing ovens and when performing ballistic tests.

Major Areas of Accountability

• Responsible for performing moderately complex electrical, mechanical and environmental tests and calibrations on most PCB products.

• Responsible for understanding and using proper ESD procedures as outlined in the ESD manual.

• Performs all necessary tests efficiently and accurately by following established written procedures; follows steps on the product job router, writes legibly, signs and dates traveler when steps are completed.

• Responsible for making sure that all products meet established test and/or calibration specifications and for notifying Leadership when they do not; may do some elemental troubleshooting to determine if the root cause is in the device under test or in the measurement system.

• Assists in the training and development of less experienced Technicians; provides input to the development of testing procedures, equipment or automated testing programs; may also suggest new test procedures or equipment.

• Participates in the development of testing and calibration procedures for newly developed sensor Models involving existing methods and equipment.

• Ensures that test equipment calibration stickers are not expired before using and notifies Leadership if expired or close to expiration; communicates with Leadership concerning any problems with product testing equipment.

• Follows safety rules and keeps area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

• Performs other related duties as directed to ensure efficient operation of department and PCB.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Two-year or four-year technical degree in mechanical or electrical technology or equivalent. Training in-house, on the job, specific to product-line.

Experience

At least seven years of experience in a related field involving device calibration and measurements. Familiar with most concepts of sensor designs within a product group.

Travel Requirements

None

Preferred Qualifications

Education

None

Experience

Basic computer skills required in operating calibration software.

Physical Demands (U.S. only)

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 the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

International Traffic in Arms Regulations

This position requires access to “controlled technology” as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730 et. seq.) and “technical data” as defined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (22 C.F.R, Chapter 1, Subchapter M). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work.

Equal Employment Statement

PCB Piezotronics is an equal opportunity employer and as such takes affirmative steps to safeguard employees and applicants from discrimination on the basis of protected class status, including race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or family status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record or criminal conviction history, political affiliation, or any other impermissible basis.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

PCB Piezotronics is committed to workplace diversity and fostering a culture of equity, inclusion and belonging across our organization. We promote and maintain a culture of respect and appreciation of differences in our employees. Employees are valued, respected and encouraged to be their unique selves.