Internship: Engineering Technician - Moon Township, PA

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Engineering Technicain Intern. This role will be located in Moon Township, PA.

What you’ll do:

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Under supervision, performs electronic, electrical and mechanical testing on engineering prototypes and production samples under the direction of the project engineer. Documents test plans, records data, and provides detailed written test reports. Performs functions as necessary to support all product development and maintenance activities including assembly.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ability to build, troubleshoot, modify, and repair printed circuit boards and other electronic sub-assemblies or components.
• Objectively evaluate test results during the testing and reporting phases and clearly communicate conclusions to the project engineer either verbally or in writing.
• Proactively provides recommendations, based on test results and observations, to improve product function or integrity throughout the development stage.
• Assists in the creation of tests and test fixtures. Designs and constructs test fixtures as required to perform necessary functional and environmental tests.
• Establishes a working knowledge of standard test procedures. Fully understands the capabilities, use, and care of available equipment.
• Develops automated test programs and systems, when appropriate, to streamline and standardize re-occurring tests. Furnishes documentation so that test system can be maintained and used by others.
• Maintains an understanding of new technologies as appropriate for future testing programs. Researches and recommends new test equipment to improve lab functional capabilities.
• Able to lead, direct, coordinate, and bring successful closure to distinct assignments. Uses invention, imagination, creativity, and resourcefulness during the course of assigned work.

Responsibilities related to Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS)

• Execute 100% of monthly safety inspection, in coordination with the M.E.S.H. Management of Environment, Safety, Security, and Health Policies.
• Complete all EHS Environment, Health, and Safety training assigned
• Leads M.E.S.H Elements for assigned area or category  

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• Completed, or is working towards an associate degree in Electronic, Electrical, or Mechanical Technology from an accredited institution of higher learning is required.
• Electronic, mechanical, electro-mechanical, and software aptitude is required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher (please don't round)

Preferred Qualifications

• Detailed skill in use of computer for test documentation and analysis

• Able to use programming skills to develop automated instrument control and data acquisition programs.

Skills:

Position Criteria

• Critical thinking
• Ability to safely use basic, advanced, and specialized electronic tools
• Working knowledge of equipment testing procedures
• Interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional team members to problem solve.
• Knowledge of word-processing software
• Aptitude in the use of hand tools for mechanical assembly and electrical wiring of test apparatus and devices to be tested.

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