Xylem · 17 hours ago
Hardware & Materials Test Technician
Uniontown, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
4+ years expXylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact. They are seeking a Materials Lab / Hardware Test Technician to support development and verification efforts for water metering products, assisting in testing and analysis to ensure product reliability and performance.
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Responsibilities
Execute manual and automated test runs for product and system verification
Log test data, analyze test results, and identify possible issues
Document detailed findings and defects for engineering teams; maintain accurate records and reports of testing activities and results
Assist in developing methods, procedures, and equipment to improve test processes and reduce product failures
Collaborate with engineers and other technicians to meet project goals and maintain high quality standards
Perform preventive maintenance, calibration, and upkeep of laboratory test equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability
Perform mechanical and chemical tests and document results on a wide variety of thermoplastic/thermoset, cast and machined metals, glass, drawn sheet metal, adhesives, and rubber compounds
Assist with all aspects of materials lab work, including but not limited to materials evaluation and identification (DSC, FTIR, metallographic analysis, chemical compatibility, etc.), mechanical testing (tensile testing, lap shear, torsion, bending, compressive strength, impact, etc.)
Strong desire and proven ability to quickly learn new tools, processes, and the operation of test equipment, with a focus on identifying opportunities to improve and optimize existing processes
Assist Engineering and Quality by investigating and analyzing defective products returned from customers
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in engineering (or related field) OR 4+ years of experience in product testing/evaluation (ex., Electronics, Mechanical, Chemistry, Materials Science, etc.)
Proficient experience with hand tools, power tools and plumbing hardware
Willingness to work in a test laboratory environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate effectively both in person and through video conferencing platforms
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.) to document test results, aid with data organization/analysis, and prepare presentations of findings to internal teams
Self-starter with proven ability to plan, organize, and perform all facets and stages of test projects
Ability to work efficiently with cross-functional teams to meet project deadlines
Attention to detail, process adherence, high mechanical aptitude, and manual dexterity
Excellent communications skills with the ability to convey technical concepts in business terms
Preferred
Basic machine shop and fabrication skills a plus
Experience with electrical test equipment (e.g. multimeters, oscilloscopes) and precision measurement tools (e.g. calipers, micrometers), as well as other laboratory instruments (e.g. Instron, salt fog, weatherometer)
Ability to develop testing methods, create test programs, and build fixture setups for specialized applications
Familiarity with manufacturing processes and industry standards, such as NSF, ANSI, ASTM, AWWA, UL, and Intrinsic Safety
Root cause analysis skills preferred
Benefits
Paid Volunteer Program
Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
Company
Xylem
Xylem is the global leader in advanced technologies, solutions and services that address the world’s biggest water challenges.
10001+ employees
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