Instrumentation Engineering Technician - OCU - Technical - 1st Shift

About the role

Operates, calibrates, installs, programs, repairs, designs, and fabricates instrumentation and data acquisition systems. Supports emissions measurement systems and ensures equipment readiness for testing operations in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Operates, calibrates, installs, programs, repairs, designs, and fabricates instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Maintains data acquisition systems, test cells operations, rigs and rig rooms; calibrates, installs, programs, troubleshoots, repairs and assembles test systems, general and specialized instrumentation.
• Installs, operates, modifies, and troubleshoots PCs and PC networks used for instrumentation engineering activities.
• Evaluates and specifies new equipment; develops new technology; installs and maintains electronic engine monitoring systems.
• Fabricates and assembles test fixtures and servo-hydraulic systems; operates, troubleshoots, and repairs hydraulic systems, shakers, and rigs; calibrates transducers and systems; installs and calibrates strain gauges and thermocouples (micro).
• Maintains parts and equipment inventories.
• Creates and maintains electronic documentation.
• Uses a number of general tools including but not limited to digital multimeter, soldering iron, function generator, and frequency generator.
• Reads and interprets electrical wiring diagrams.
• Understands and applies appropriate company and department rules and guidelines to work.
• Works with and trains apprentices and technicians.
• Interfaces with customers, suppliers, engineers, and other functions.
• Coordinates programs including planning, scheduling, ordering, and tracking.
• Participates in the maintenance of quality procedures.
• Leads and participates in improvement projects.
• Develops and gives presentations to customers and suppliers.
• Knows and complies with all safety policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates confidentiality as required.
• Participates in self- and team-audits and associated corrective action.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as required.
• Maintains emissions instrumentation: performs routine maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and calibration activities on FTIR carts and other emissions measurement equipment to ensure reliable operation.
• Supports equipment readiness: sets up and prepares emissions analyzers and related instrumentation for testing activities, ensuring systems meet quality and regulatory requirements.
• Performs preventive maintenance: executes scheduled preventive maintenance activities and maintains accurate service records for emissions laboratory equipment.
• Supports work orders: completes assigned work orders in a timely manner, documenting activities and maintaining records within laboratory management systems.
• Assists with Horiba systems: supports maintenance, troubleshooting, and operation of Horiba emissions benches and associated laboratory equipment as needed.
• Ensures data quality & compliance: conducts instrument quality checks and verification activities to support compliance with applicable EPA and laboratory quality standards.
• Maintains organized workspaces, follows 5S principles, and identifies opportunities for process improvement and increased equipment reliability.
• Participates in facility, test cell, and laboratory improvement projects; provides support across emissions laboratories and other OLY emissions-related activities as business needs require.
• Maintains equipment records, procedures, and documentation to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and consistency.
• Supports training efforts, shares technical knowledge, and contributes