Job Description
The Engineering Technician provides technical support for engineers and customers working in such areas as research, design, development, testing, or manufacturing process improvement. Work pertains to electrical, electronic, or mechanical components including responsibilities such as preparing and assisting with design drawings, maintaining and modifying equipment, set-up and preparation of tests, repair and diagnostic work, and collection and organization of test data. Position level is determined by the knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to duties assigned.
Essential Functions*
Provide technical support to project teams
Set up, monitor, operate, and maintain standard test equipment
Prepare, support, and/or conduct tests using established procedures, with supervision
Ensure high quality customer deliverables
*TRC Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and is willing to make a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job.
**Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Other Duties and Responsibilities (Non-Essential Functions)
Assist in the development of proposals and project plans, and follow budget requirements
Communicate directly with customers and clarify their needs and expectations
Organize and review documentation and record/report activities and data accurately
Perform basic data processing using well-defined methods
Assist in the planning of project and follow budget requirements
Assist in presentation and report preparation
Assemble or install equipment or parts requiring basic wiring, soldering, or connecting
Follow safety procedures; wear protective equipment including safety glasses and steel-toed shoes
Support TRC Inc.’s Quality and EH&S (Environmental, Health, and Safety) efforts
Qualifications
High school diploma is required
General knowledge of electrical, electronics, and /or mechanical components or equipment
Valid state DMV issued or valid foreign country issued driver’s license
Excellent communication skills
Basic computer skills
Working conditions
Standard office, climate controlled environment
Standard laboratory environment
May be exposed to temperatures below 0 degree and above 95 degrees
May be exposed to inclement weather
May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, such as gas, oil, and paint
Physical requirements
Ability to move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
Must be able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
Ability to communicate with customers and co-workers
Capable of positioning one’s self into bending, stretching, climbing, or awkward positions
It is the policy of TRC Inc. to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment practices, without regard to race, color, caste, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic conditions), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran or military status, medical leave or other types of protected leave (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other characteristic protected by state or federal anti-discrimination law covering employment.
