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Sr Engineering Technician

AT Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Sr Engineering Technician

Asheville, NC

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degrees, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

Job Description:

When you're part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do important work. You'll have the opportunity to grow and learn in a culture that empowers your development. We have created an inclusive, global environment that values the power of diverse talent, backgrounds, and experiences to drive speed, productivity, innovation, and growth. At Thermo Fisher Scientific, quality is inherent in all that we do, earning our customers' loyalty through their trust in our products and services.

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Position Summary:

Technology Center Sr. Electrical Engineering Technician's role is to support engineering prototype, alpha, beta, pre-pilot, pilot unit builds and other related tasks as required to support NPD and sustaining engineering projects. This support includes electrical, mechanical and refrigeration system troubleshooting and fabricating. Additionally, experience is required for Soldering of PCBs, wiring harness assemblies and instrumenting units with thermocouples, transducers and data capturing equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and build of test fixtures (refrigeration, mechanical, reliability and electrical).Perform refrigeration, mechanical, reliability and electrical testing as per documented test procedures.
  • Electrical wiring of prototype systems. Building/reworking wire harness assemblies and PCB rework. (through hole and surface mount)
  • Instrumentation of prototype units, systems and fixtures including but not limited to thermocouples, transducers, force gauges, calipers etc.
  • Work closely with engineering, production and technology center team members to ensure accurate, efficient and timely execution of required prototyping, fabrication and testing work and drive tasked work to completion
  • Conduct product evaluation testing and troubleshooting at system, subsystem and component level
  • Help conduct and setup agency tests e.g. UL, CE, CSA etc Proficiency in the use of soldering equipment, oscilloscopes, meters, and data acquisition systems.
  • Automation of processes including data acquisition, data reporting and testing procedures
  • Experience implementing compressors, actuators, fans, relays, switches, harness design, and related components
  • Understanding of temperature measurement circuits and technologies as well as electrical and mechanical theory.

Other Job Requirements:

  • Person must have strong interpersonal skills and can work well in a dynamic teamwork environment
  • Must have 5 plus years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Strong knowledge base in electronics, electrical wiring and PCB rework
  • High levels of self-discipline, drive, and a proven ability work well in a cross functional team environment
  • Willingness and ability to work with issues on factory floor and have proven experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
  • Proven ability to work on multiple tasks concomitantly (Multitasking)

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

  • AS or higher in the related fields or equivalent work experience.
  • 4-5 years of experience in electrical/electronic technologies
  • Experience with lab testing equipment and systems is a plus
  • Strong computer skills preferred (MS Office and Fluke testing software)

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Client-provided location(s): Asheville, NC, USA
Job ID: ThermoFisher-R-01271237-1
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Financial Counseling
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program