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

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to join our Emissions Measurement Laboratory team in Columbus, Indiana. As a Mechanical Engineering Technician, you will conduct performance and reliability testing on engines, components, systems, and controls.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct performance and reliability testing on multiple and single cylinder engines, components, systems, and controls
• Diagnose engine, component, system, control, and test cell problems and initiate resolutions
• Configure and operate data acquisition systems, analyze and review data, and write computer programs to assist in analysis and data interpretation
• Perform rig, engine, and component builds, tear down, and inspections
• Grade and measure components
• Create sketches for machining and fabricate necessary piping, tubing, and brackets from prints and drawings
• Install engines and instrumentation in test cells and test rigs
• Design, document, and execute test plans, and prepare test reports
• Work with and train apprentices and technicians, and interface with customers, suppliers, engineers, and other functions

Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required with Department of Labor Certification
• Associates degree from an accredited program in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience
• Bachelors degree in a related field
• Department of Labor Certification or four years of 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

Working Conditions:

• 100% On-Site
• 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 obtain forklift license
• Technicians will be expected to be familiar with Microsoft Office Suite
• Technicians will be expected to fulfill daily functional requirements via 5S methodology
• 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