Test Technician

Job Title: Electro-Mechanical TechnicianPay Rate: $25 to $30/HrDuration: 12 monthsLocation: Buffalo Grove, ILShift: 8:00 am to 4:00 pmThis position is for the Power/Energy division.We are looking for an Electro-Mechanical TechnicianLooking for someone to help maintain and perform specified tests in a Mechanical test lab that primarily tests devices and subcomponents used in HVAC. This involves performing various electrical and mechanical tests, recording data and findings, and archiving results. They would assist in building and testing prototypes of new or improved designs. This person would work hands-on to help develop and execute preventative maintenance plans on various pieces of equipment in the lab. They would also assist in designing, updating, building, and troubleshooting off-the-shelf and bespoke test infrastructure and fixtures.Required Skills:Problem-solving skills and the ability to work within a team.Must have good interpersonal, communication (both written & verbal), and problem-solving skills.Basic computer skills such as word processing, data entry, and e-mail.Must be able to understand and abide by equipment and lab safety requirements.Ability to assist all levels of engineers with their tasks and assignments.Carrying out tests using bespoke test equipment and assisting in setting up, programming, and running various tests on mechanical parts.HVAC knowledge and familiarity is a positiveHands on, knows how to use tools, able to debug with mechanical toolsPerform assigned tests under limited supervision using standard testing and new procedures.Complete test reports.Perform Safety inspections and maintain safety inspection results.Complete preventative maintenance requirements and troubleshoot malfunctions.Assist in devising, fabricating, and assembling test equipment or test samples.Ability to take detailed measurements & observations, and to convey those items clearly.Nice to Haves:CAD experience.LabVIEW experience.Experience reading 2D drawings and specifications.Knowledge of electrical and electronics concepts.Mechanical background in assembling and testing equipment.Mechanical background in the preventative maintenance of lab equipment,Experience in a lab environment collecting data with mechanical test equipment (torque drivers, micrometers, calipers, multimeters etc),Commercial HVAC knowledge and familiarity are positive,