Metrology Test Technician III

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Job Description:

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Test Technician III - Metrology

• Calibrate portable and permanently installed electronic test equipment and automated data acquisition systems using approved technical manuals, standards, and procedures. Prepare preliminary calibration data analysis/reports to Metrology Lab management and/or engineers. Support test systems which perform steady-state and transient measurements of pulse, flow, pressure, force, power, speed, temperature, and vibration.
• Perform complex testing, calibration, and repair of automated and manual electrical, mechanical, dimensional, electromechanical, and electronic measuring, recording, and indicating equipment.
• Diagnose and correct malfunctioning test equipment and systems such as power supplies, vibration monitors and simulators, vibration sensors, oscilloscopes, signal analyzers, function generators, voltmeters, ammeters, wattmeters, transmitters, flowmeters, signal conditioners and A/D converters through repair, replacement and adjustment to restore equipment and systems to required specifications.
• Diagnose and correct malfunctioning test equipment and systems such as load cells, pressure equipment, flow meters, digital flow meters, spring testers, flow transducers and pressure transducers through repair, replacement and adjustment to restore equipment and systems to required specifications.
• Fabricate, install, test, repair and/or modify electronic test equipment and systems by interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams, following oral or written technical instructions guided by trade practices, manufacturing and underwriters specifications, state and municipal codes, ordinances, and engineering directions while applying a thorough knowledge of instrumentation and electronic theory.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills
• Diagnosis, troubleshooting, and repairing test equipment.
• Minimum of 3 years mechanical or electrical-related experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment
• Proactive problem-solving skills required to troubleshoot and solve complex technical issues.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safety and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Related Metrology Lab experience with exposure to (but not limited to): resistance, voltage, current, vibration, temperature, frequency, flow, and pressure.
• Technical college or trade school
• Military electrical or electronic training
• Understanding of error analysis, uncertainty methods/calculations, statistical and quality control methods, and ISO requirements.

Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Annual incentive bonus plan*

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

401k savings plan

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Healthy Lifestyle Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

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Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

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