Technician III

Company Description

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 94,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description

The Technician III performs a variety of different complex testing and analysis.  Following defined technical processes and procedures, they help to determine the appropriate approach for new assignments. Sets up and executes tests, monitors, documents, and reports test results. Maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Performs a variety of moderately complex tests to confirm if the product (part or set of components) performs its proposed functions in a satisfactory manner
Depending on the Laboratory, assembles and runs test circuits, or reviews parts and performs applicable tests: calibration testing, catalyst, durability, vibrations, thermal, noise level, emissions, pressure testing, or other as required
Often uses statistical methods to identify recurring problems and give detailed reports on defects
Installs and sets up test articles, fixtures, test equipment, instrumentation, and controls
May perform calibration and assemble test equipment prior to analysis
Performs testing as instructed and records/logs testing results, communicates results to a higher-level Technician, or to Engineer, or to Supervisor, as required
Acts as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience may guide junior team members
Follows all company Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and protocols
Follows Quality protocols and reports discrepancies to the Supervisor
May perform maintenance of equipment as assigned
Maintains a clean working environment
Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures
Performs other duties as assigned
 

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent (Required)
• 5 years of experience, demonstrating engineering aptitude (Required)
• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related field (Preferred)
• Experience in Testing Laboratory (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Certification in Automotive Technology (Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)), or Certified Electrician, or certification by Testing Technician Certification Institute (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Language Skills: English Intermediate level (Required)
• Mathematical Skills: Basic skills (Required)
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Intermediate level required, uses logical and practical approach to solving problems (Required)
• Full knowledge of equipment startup and shutdown procedures (Required)
• Has full proficiency in a range of technical processes or procedures (or deep skills in a single area) through job-related training and considerable work experience (Required)
• Ability to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing (Required)
• Ability to understand engineering concepts and create setups for practical application to work on test equipment (Required)
• Acute attention to detail with a focus on improvement (Required)
• Ability to apply standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods to perform work (Required)
• Ability to follow instructions, working in a dynamic environment and performing at a high level (Required)
• Ability to work independently and under moderate supervision (Required)
• Team player attitude (Required)

Computer Skills

• MS Office (Word, Excel) – intermediate user proficiency (Required)
• Physical Demands of the Job
• Stand: Constantly
• Move or traverse: Frequently
• Sit: Occasionally
• Use hands: Frequently
• Reach with hands and arms: Frequently
• Climb or balance: Occasionally
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Occasionally
• Talk/hear: Constantly
• Taste/Smell: Constantly
• Lift/carry/push or pull: Frequently 50 lbs

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. 

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 
 
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