Brooks Instrument is an industry leader in flow measurement and flow control products for critical applications, and a division of ITW (A Fortune 200 Company) is seeking candidates for an Engineering Technician. This position will be based out of our headquarters facility in Hatfield, PA (Suburban Philadelphia). In addition to our Pennsylvania operations, Brooks maintains manufacturing locations in, Hungary, and Korea. The Company also maintains sales offices throughout the world. Our products are used in laboratory and process applications in end markets such as: life sciences, chemicals, semiconductor, analytical instruments, nuclear, and solar cells.
Basic Function
Work within the CBI Engineering team to fabricate electro-mechanical equipment for test and calibration. Support manufacturing technical issues as deemed necessary by the group supervisor.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assemble, test, and validate prototypes and pilot builds.
Assist the Engineering team to troubleshoot and “stress test” prototypes, collect device data, and analyze performance.
Decipher electronic schematics, mechanical schematics, and flow diagrams.
Design, fabricate, and document test fixtures.
Develop manufacturing work instructions and train operators. Perform assembly/production time studies.
Use 3D printer for making prototypes and coordinate with in-house machine shop for fabrication of metal prototypes.
Inspect fabricated parts using hand inspection tools, optical comparators, CMM, digital microscope.
Download/update firmware on devices, use internal tools to retrieve dump files and restore device configurations.
Work on assignments that may be quite broad in nature, requiring substantial originality and ingenuity.
Participate in Company continuous improvement initiatives.
Regular attendance.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
CAD experience using SolidWorks, LabVIEW experience is not required but a plus.
Prototyping and assembly of electro-mechanical products.
Experience in the troubleshooting of electro-mechanical assemblies using test and measurement tools like Power Supplies, Digital Multimeters, and Oscilloscopes.
Excellent mechanical aptitude with the skills to set up and utilize various mechanical and electronic laboratory equipment.
Basic understanding of flow, pressure, and electrical circuits.
Ability to solder surface mount components.
Ability to fabricate cable assemblies given drawings.
Assembly of piping systems and instrumentation/test system wiring.
Computer skills in networking, peripherals, and data acquisition systems.
Experience in using software tools such as MS Office.
Ability to get along with others in a team environment and to follow all safety procedures.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
**Education and Experience **
Minimum 2 years experience (4 years with a High School Diploma) in a related field.
High School Diploma OR Technical Associate’s degree required.
Our employees enjoy competitive, merit-based salary plus excellent benefits including:
Health and dental insurance
Company Paid Life Insurance / Short and Long Term Disability
401K plan with generous company match
Vacation, personal days and holidays
Continuing education reimbursement program
Flexible spending accounts
The opportunity to join a well-established (70 + years in business) yet dynamically changing organization that works together as a team to meet the challenges of satisfying customers’ needs and managing rapid growth to better compete in a global marketplace.
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ITW Company Overview
ITW was built on innovation and the strength of new ideas. These values have helped us expand into multiple platforms in nearly 60 countries. But at each of our businesses, the independent entrepreneurial spirit and freedom to innovate remain strong. It’s the highly talented people at ITW businesses all over the world who drive our success through new products and customer driven solutions. Together, we are ITW—a Fortune 200 company that has prospered for 100 years, and changed the way people live and work, all over the world.
Brooks Instrument is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without required to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
_All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. _
ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.