Since 1972 Vanair® has worked hard to bring you the best Mobile Power Solutions® – consisting of air compressors, generators, welders, hydraulics, Electrified Power Equipment®, and engine starters – in our industry so that our customers can work hard in theirs. Being at the forefront of our industry and staying ahead of our competition is challenging, demanding, and involves working hard – but it is also rewarding!
If you like being challenged, want to be a part of something special, and desire being part of an exciting team that is always striving to be at the forefront of our industry, then we’re looking for you – a driven and motivated new team member.
We are currently seeking to hire an experienced R&D Lab Technician at our location in Michigan City, Indiana.
Job Summary
As a member of the engineering staff, the R&D Lab Technician supports and leads the development of new products, helps to improve current products, and focuses on innovation. The position involves hands-on fabrication, building prototype machines, and modifying components and systems.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Evaluate products and packaging to determine improvements
- Maintain, operate, and calibrate lab equipment and machinery
- Extensively document and conduct formal testing
- Ability to start and stop several projects as time and material permits
- Create standardized testing procedures
Education and Experience
The ideal candidate will have:
- 10-plus years of experience in relevant manufacturing / commercial environment
- Working knowledge of Microsoft and Windows-based applications, especially Excel
- Working knowledge of DC and AC electrical systems
- A “can-do” attitude and positive demeanor
- Ability to read and understand schematics and data sheets
Useful Qualifications
- Data logging experience
- Sensor wiring and troubleshooting
- Ability to weld
- Methodical troubleshooting ability
This Position Involves
- Extreme temperature environments
- Working around loud equipment
- Working with various electrical voltages, including 12 VDC, 24 VDC, 120 VAC, 240 VAC, 480 VAC
- Working with pressurized pneumatic and hydraulic circuits
- Some travel, as needed
Benefits
Vanair® offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes:
- 401(k) with matching 5% contribution
- Employees are 100% invested in the 401(k) on day one.
- Premium low deductible comprehensive Health insurance including Vision and Dental
- Low employee contribution levels toward health care plans
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- $1,000 Bonus Referral Program
- Profit Sharing
- Immediate eligibility for all 9.5 paid holidays
- Paid vacation days
- Paid Wellness Time
- $15,000 free life insurance policy
Great Work Environment
- Pleasant, clean, well-lighted environment
- Family-oriented
- First-of-the-month Friday company-supplied lunches
- Company Parties including Christmas Party, Santa for the Kids, Summer, Family Picnic, and more
- Local charity events
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
