Lab Technician

Company: Dover Corporation
Location: Pearland
Posted on: August 3, 2022

Job Description:

Dover Precision Components delivers performance-critical solutions for rotating and reciprocating machinery across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. Comprising the Waukesha Bearings, Bearings Plus, Inpro/Seal and Cook Compression brands, our portfolio includes hydrodynamic bearings, active magnetic bearings, system and bearing protection, and reciprocating compressor valves, sealing technologies, pistons, rods and more. Each solution is custom-engineered to provide optimum efficiency, reliability and productivity, and backed by comprehensive aftermarket services. Dover Precision Components serves its global customer base through facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as technical sales representatives around the world. Dover Precision Components is part of Dover Corporation's Fluids segment.Summary:The Laboratory Technician performs a wide variety of engineering and testing activities to support new product development activities across multiple operating Dover Bearings & Compression companies by performing the following duties:Responsibilities: Execute experimental plans under the supervision of NPD or Material development team (aka Research Team). Work safely and have a clear understanding of laboratory and industrial equipment safety requirements and precautions. Install, reconfigure, and commission test rigs, lab compressors, and other equipment to generate the intended outcome of the experimental plan. Consult and plan with research team on equipment configuration and test plans. Install and calibrate instrumentation used during testing to capture data of importance to test outcome. Research testing instruments and equipment in accordance with testing needs of the Innovation lab. Perform a variety of tests on materials, bearings, compression molded products, sealing components, valve components, and injection molded components & closely monitor tests while in progress. Gather all test data. Consult with research team as data is gathered to amend test plans or equipment to ensure successful execution of experiments Input data into lab or system database. Install and test software upgrades as needed and modify software as necessary Keep supervisor abreast of any testing or equipment problems encountered. Carry out other duties in order to meet the developing needs of our team and business. Operates all laboratory equipment such as blenders, compression/injection molding machines and machining tools. Develops and supports standards and methods for testing and evaluation of experimental materials and new products.Skills/Qualifications: Knowledge on rotating compression equipment; knowledge of machining processes and systems. Desire and ability to perform "hands-on" activities in various settings. Extremely strong mechanical aptitude. Ability to read, interpret, and create system drawings. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Self-directed individual capable of performing a variety of tasks. Open to innovative ideas.Education and Experience: Two year Associates degree in Engineering or other related field with 2-5 years of compression or bearing field experience OR Bachelors Degree in Engineering plus 0-3 years experience. Ability to breakdown, rebuild, and modify industrial reciprocating compression and pressurized test equipment. Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision. Able to execute test plans with some supervision or collaboration with research team. Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills Ability to use a variety of computer programs. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret a variety of complex forms of information from written materials, technical manuals, safety standards, computerized information, procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to present information and respond to question from managers, vendors, and customers. Ability to write clear coherent reports, and procedures. Note: This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Supervisor. All requirements are subject to change and updates.Nearest Major Market: HoustonJob Segment: Testing, R&D Engineer, R&D, Gas Technician, Technology, Engineering, Research, Energy

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