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Zeus Company LLC

Engineer Technologist

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A Research & Development Engineer researches and invents new methods or improves existing ones within engineering and manufacturing.

$81,061 / year median in South Carolina

+6% projected growth

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General Summary :
Engineering Technologists support research and development activities within a field or specialization of an engineering discipline through the application of known engineering principles and practices in order to develop new concepts, products, equipment, or processes. Competency in the use of engineering tools (CAD, GD&T, programming languages, etc.) related to the specific engineering discipline (electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, software engineering, etc.), extensive knowledge of products and services available within that discipline, the ability to create test plans and technical reports for use by engineering or management personnel, and the coordination of efforts by support specialists are all expected capabilities. Prior experience in polymer extrusion preferred. Plastics experience (Injection / Extrusion) / Extrusion experience (Rubber, etc) / Medical device process is preferred 4 yr. Engineering Degree in Engineering Technology or Mechanical Engineering Experience with Lean Manufacturing Systems or Lean Certification preferred Able to understand and document a process accurately Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills Excellent communication skills Detail-oriented, able to handle multiple proj The ability to carry out oral and written instructions along with the ability to adapt to different situations Physical condition demands being able to push, pull, lift, reach to height of 72", and handle hot material. Ability to work in a team environment Excellent written and oral communication skills Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills in a fast paced manufacturing environment Hands on approach Wiesen score of 40 or better Collaborate with project leadership with the conceptual design of complex electromechanical systems and subsystems Collaborate with engineering staff and senior engineering technologists in developing, defining, and/or deriving requirements to support the design of engineering products Guide and provide input for technical work activities performed by engineering support staff and/or less experienced engineering technologists Research, evaluate, and recommend new engineering products and tooling to support the development of project systems Perform design, development, fabrication, installation, and use of custom electrical, mechanical, and software subsystems Prepare test plans, procedures, reports, and other forms of formal documentation Develop specialized electrical, mechanical, and/or software tools to support testing of complex electromechanical systems Utilize computer aided design software to develop electrical, mechanical, and/or software products Collaborate with a broad range of interoffice organizations to accomplish all phases of project development Conduct tests, provide results, address issues, and recommend modifications related to electrical, mechanical, or software subsystems Within specific engineering discipline, maintain an up-to-date knowledge of and work towards developing an advanced knowledge of design & analysis tools, test & measurement equipment, languages, and available products & services.
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This list may have additions or subtractions made at any time. Zeus reserves the right to add, remove, or substitute requirements at any time based on business conditions, changing technology, or other business needs. Additions and subtractions are directly communicated to the Technician seeking competency completion.