Engineering Technician
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R D Engineering Technician Department: Engineering and R D Employment Type: Full Time Location: Cazenovia, New York Reporting To: Director of R D Compensation: $75,000 - $80,000 / year Description Working in an Engineering Research and Development Laboratory with the responsibility of testing and evaluating electronic components and constructing and developing prototype capacitors, test circuitry and test equipment related to existing and new products and processes. Running experiments and recording results. Writing high-level code for control and data acquisition related code, such as VB.NET apps. Providing creative input. Documenting prototype construction details to assist with transition from Prototype to Production. Key Responsibilities Set up and conduct experiments and record data and document results as requested by Research Director. Write code to control test equipment and acquire test data and waveforms. Set up and operate test equipment to evaluate performance of developmental parts, assemblies, or systems under simulated operating conditions, and record results. Assemble electrical and electronic systems and prototypes according to engineering data and knowledge of electrical principles, using hand tools and measuring instruments. Provide summary reports of test and experiment results. Construct prototype capacitors in laboratory or production floor environment. Support NPI (new production introductions) by documenting details during construction of development capacitors to facilitate the transition from Prototype to Production. Construct equipment from schematics and sketches. Build, calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, or repair electrical instruments or testing equipment in R D electrical laboratory. Provide technical assistance and resolution when electrical or engineering problems are encountered. Modify electrical prototypes, parts, assemblies, or systems to correct functional deviations. Create/ modify diagrams and write/edit engineering specifications to clarify design details and functional criteria of experimental electronic circuits. Participate in the development or testing of capacitors for new green technologies, such as renewable energy generation, lighting and energy-efficient consumer products. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Knowledge of electrical safety around high voltage equipment and components. Ability to respect confidential data and information. Ability to read and create electrical and electronic schematics. Ability to troubleshoot and debug electronic circuits. Ability to lay out circuit boards using PCB design software. Familiarity with Spice modeling software is a plus. Fluency with spreadsheets, including interactive charts and macros. Code-writing experience, especially VB.NET, VBA, C++, C#. Ability to read and understand engineering data, graphs and reports. Ability to proactively observe, receive, and otherwise obtain information from all relevant sources. Ability to communicate with supervisors, peers, or subordinates Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates verbally or in writing. Ability to analyze data or information Identifying the underlying principles of and explain observations by combining or parsing the relevant facts and data. Some knowledge and prior use of drafting or mechanical drawing techniques (CAD) is a plus. Familiarity with scientific research methodology such as hypothesis testing. Knowledge of systems of measurement both English and metric. Proficiency with algebra and unit conversions / dimensional analysis.Ability to prioritize, organize, plan, and track a few short-term projects along with several ongoing projects. Ability to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. Ability to establish and maintain interpersonal relationships Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. Ability to think creatively Develop, design, or create new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. Educational Requirements: BSEE degree or equivalent with five years or more of relevant experience. Benefits Competitive salary and benefits package Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunities for professional development and growth A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement. PTO and Paid Sick Leave Paid holidays Prescription Drug Plans Basic Life Insurance Onsite Physician Employee Referral Program Join our team and play a pivotal role in transforming our manufacturing processes to achieve greater efficiency and excellence. We are committed to providing a competitive and fair total compensation package for all employees. One element in our total compensation package is base pay. The starting base pay for this role is 75,000 - $80,000 per year. Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to previous experience and skills acquired prior to joining us, cost of living in the assigned work location, assigned schedule, and salaries of similarly situated peers at the company. It is to be expected that candidates will come to us with different sets of skills and experiences and therefore will be paid at different points in the stated range. We recognize that the person(s) we select for hire may be less experienced or more experienced than the role as posted; if this is the case, any updates to available salary ranges will be communicated with candidates during the recruitment process. CDE is a leading designer and manufacturer of custom high energy discharge capacitors used in a wide range of medical, military, and commercial pulsed energy applications. WELCOME TO LIBERTY! Liberty, South Carolina, is a city of 3,200 people, located in Pickens County in the northwestern corner of the state. The city was chartered in 1876 and is central to the region's natural and cultural attractions. Liberty's history and traditions were born of the textile mill, and now the city is forging a new future as a residential and business opportunity hub within the region. Liberty's competitive position in upcountry South Carolina is based on its premium location and its land availability. Liberty is located 12 miles north of the Interstate 85 corridor, which runs from Charlotte, North Carolina, to Atlanta, Georgia, and adjacent to the US Highway 123 corridor, which runs from Greenville to Clemson. Liberty is less than 20 minutes from Clemson, and 30 minutes from Greenville and most of the region's lakes and mountains. With award-winning schools, close community connections, opportunity for business and development, and ample opportunities for outdoor adventure and recreations, Liberty is a fantastic place to live and pursue happiness. Equal Opportunity Statement: We prohibit pay discrimination and discrimination of any kind based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status. ITAR Statement: Please note that this position may require access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons (citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status) or have the necessary authorization to access controlled technical data. Compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations is a condition of employment. Notice to Staffing Agencies, Search Firms and Recruitment Agencies: The recruitment process at Knowles is managed through the Human Resources department. Knowles does not accept resumes submitted from 3rd party agencies outside of our system. To submit resumes, 3rd party agencies will need to be a pre-approved vendor with a valid contract in place, be actively engaged by Knowles to recruit for a specific position and have agency log in credentials to submit candidates to our career's portal. Please do not submit resumes via e-mail, through our external website or directly to our employees. Any resumes submitted in this way become the property of Knowles and will not be eligible for any placement fee.