Job Description Summary Lab Specialist/Technician Performs the designated tasks and specific duties within the aerothermal lab by complying with the lab processes procedures and lab in-charge instructions. Mainly he/she must adhere to all the lab safety protocols without compromising on safety. This individual roles & responsibilities include operating the Test rigs/ Lab equipment for testing maintaining the lab equipment and acquiring the test data /stamping during the lab testing.
Roles and Responsibilities: As a lab Specialist/technician for Materials Testing the candidate would be responsible on the below areas (but not limited to)
- Responsible for daily operations of the mechanical/Creep testing lab equipment ensuring all processes are conducted safely and efficiently.
- Will support day to day lab operations by adhering to the lab related procedures protocols and best practices.
- Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to all relevant health and safety regulations and protocols.
- Implement safety measures and conduct regular safety audits to ensure compliance.
- Follow quality control procedures to ensure high standards are maintained in laboratory testing and spray coating processes. Work on safe operation procedures and ensure it is adhered by the team/operators.
- Monitor and evaluate laboratory results for accuracy and reliability document the data and record keeping.
- Responsible for design and construction of test facilities test rigs instrumentation systems.
- Ensure proper maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Coordinate with vendors for equipment servicing and repairs as needed.
- Resolves issues using established procedures. Consults supervisor or more senior team members for issues outside of defined instructions/parameters.
- Encourage continuous learning and development within the team; identify gaps in skillsets for training needs.
- Collaborates with others to solve the lab operational issues. Exchanges technical information asks questions and checks for understanding.
Required Qualifications
- Candidate must have graduate degree in engineering/diploma in Mechanical Mechatronics or equivalent from a reputed Institute or University. Must have a minimum working experience of 3 years in the relevant field.
- Candidate should possess knowledge of industrial safety processes for fire chemical electrical compressed gases and the LOTO procedures.
- Candidate should have hands-on knowledge/experience in testing operations (UTM Fatigue Pressure Vessels Thermal Spray systems etc.)
- Candidate should have hands-on experience in the assembly/ dis-assembly process of the rig mounting and dis-mounting and instrumentation. Knowledge on EOT/ Gantry cranes and forklifts.
- Candidate must be familiar with Microsoft Office tools including power point excel word outlook and teams.
- Candidate should be able to understand the Engineering drawings and should have worked on modeling tools like Unigraphics AutoCAD etc.
- Candidate has basic knowledge on PLC controls and process.
- Candidate must be ready to operate in shifts and needs to travel to Customer site for field testing anywhere within the country or outside of the country if required (~10% travel).
Desired Characteristics
- Demonstrated initiatives in proactively identifying future potential safety risks and suggesting appropriate countermeasures.
- Ability to read understand interpret and apply applicable safety (EHS) regulations to comply with rig/ site requirements.
- Proficiency with testing methods and quality related tools including six sigma initiatives