Product Test Technician

About the role

The Lab Technician is an integral member of the Zurn Engineering - Product Validation Team. You will work closely with the engineering communities to develop, design, and facilitate performance and reliability testing on various engineered products and components.

Responsibilities

• Create or optimize test protocols for testing equipment to measure performance to product specification and support product development and discovery.
• Participate in the design, build and maintenance of test systems used in the engineering labs.
• Design, develop and execute test protocols relating to industry standards and building codes.
• Consult with engineering regarding testing procedures and methods to ensure robust techniques and review all test results as required.
• Participate in formal risk analysis and guide development and test of components and systems.
• Participate in the competitive product evaluation process.
• Investigate and recommend test equipment needs and participate in purchasing and implementation of new and upgraded equipment.
• Support activities to drive preventative maintenance, repair, and calibration of equipment.
• Support prototyping of new products with regards to machining, fabrication, and 3D printing.
• Actively track status of lab reports and lab improvements.
• Aid in the shipping and receiving of lab deliveries.
• Create purchase requisitions for lab equipment and consumables.

Qualifications/Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in technical fields with regards to manufacturing and testing or combination of education and experience.
• Proven problem-solving ability with root cause analysis.
• Experience with formal lab reports and test documentation.
• Experience in participating in multiple projects with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with reading detail drawings and modifying or creating CAD files.
• Proficiency with measurement and inspection equipment.
• Proficiency with the operation of and troubleshooting of machine equipment.
• Experience with sound plumbing and building techniques.
• Ability to create and build prototypes from detail drawings and models.
• Experience with data acquisition and GCODE.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites.
• Detail oriented, self-motivated, hands-on individual.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external customers.