Position Description:

Purpose 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 plans for research programs
• Communicate directly with customers and clarify their needs and expectations
• Organize and review documentation and record/report activities and data accurately
• Perform 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
• Extract engineering data from various prescribed but non-standardized sources
• 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
• Two years' related experience preferred
• Practical knowledge and experience of mechanical and/or electronics applications
• Practical knowledge of science or engineering
• Proficient in the use of test equipment, tools and machinery, welding equipment and/or electronics
• 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