Engineering Technical Writer

Overview

Element has an opportunity for an Engineering Technical Writer to join our rapidly expanding team. As a member of the operations team, the Engineer position performs a variety of routine and non-routine testing assignments within the department assigned and insures timely and accurate test results under minimal direct supervision. The engineer position must be proficient in a number of core business and technical skills including but not limited to compliance to established safety rules, code of conduct, and company policies and procedures.

Salary: $55,000 - $75,000/yr DOE

Responsibilities

Provide technical and engineering leadership, and supports the development of new technologies within a local laboratory

Be accountable for accurate and timely release of testing data to customers including sign-offs of quality control data as acceptable

Be expected to obtain guidance in non-routine situation testing

Have the ability to oversee standard and/or routine technical problem solving activities

Interact with customers on technical issues and questions

Provide Input and support on business development opportunities with new or existing customers

Be confident in making both formal and informal presentations on conventional and/or routine testing to a wide range of stakeholders

Assist in the professional development of novice technicians and engineers within the local laboratory

Carry out crucial examination and implementation of testing concepts and data

Utilize an assortment of skill, methods, procedures and materials in advanced testing analysis

Be adept at drawing on internal knowledge as well as industry and/or academic resources in reaching testing conclusions

Skills / Qualifications

This is an entry level position, so we are looking for a fresh out of college engineering student to perform technical data entry as a ramp to an official engineering position.

Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry a plus

Have the ability to work on well-defined issues, standard and/or routine tests, without significant guidance or supervision

Takes Initiative and, in most cases, does not need to wait for further instruction

Able to decide on and implement appropriate testing methods and protocols

Leads and assigns the work of others when needed

Analytical/technical knowledge provides a marked impact on overall laboratory technical capabilities and services

Adapt at managing job priority and work time in accordance with targets/goals set by supervisor

Under the close guidance of advanced Engineers in the laboratory, works on well delineated technical issues including standard and routine analysis

Defined work experience has impact on the day to day technical decisions made on timely delivery of laboratory testing services and customer support

Recognized by colleagues within the lab as possessing strong technical knowledge.

Has a clearly demonstrated ability to apply an array of testing techniques in a rational and practical style to help examine issues and build solutions.

Diversity Statement

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.