Electric Lab Technician

Overview

Stryten Energy in the Fort Smith, AR area, operates a growing battery manufacturing factory. Through the Industrial Power division, we are an essential business that produces batteries, services and solutions for the Motive and Network Power industries.

 

This Electric Lab (E-Lab) Technician position is for a motivated self-starter who will perform electrical tests for the Product Design Engineering Group. The successful candidate is responsible for interpreting test procedures, executing work instructions, communicating effectively, summarizing results, organizing records and maintaining a clean and orderly working environment. The incumbent must be knowledgeable in the operation and function of all laboratory equipment, keep up-to-date maintenance records and schedule and coordinate service and calibration services properly and timely.

 

Apply online or text plantjobs to 678-931-7826 to begin your pre-screening process!

 

 

Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily.  Other duties may be assigned.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  

• Set up, run, and complete tests using software-controlled instrumentation.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks for several customers.
• Ensure test circuits are connected and running properly.
• Provide complete, accurate, and timely documentation of test results.
• Convey all information to customers and ensure satisfaction.
• Practice safety and good housekeeping in the laboratory, and be familiar with job-related MSDS.
• Help out as needed or as directed by Management.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, engineering, and management.
• Follow the 5-S principles and practices.
• Ability to learn and demonstrate knowledge of batteries and Stryten Energy products.
• Operate forklift truck and crane on a regular basis.
• Additional responsibilities as needed to support the team and company goals. 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education, Experience, Certifications:

• Two-year technical degree in electrical/chemical technology with 0-2 years experience or 3-4 years equivalent combination of work experience with electrical and/or chemical test equipment.
• Forklift Training Certification is a plus

  Competencies, Skills, Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of standard shop tools.  
• Good understanding of basic electricity/electronics.  
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures, and technical manuals.
• Strong focus and exposure to safety protocols in the laboratory.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good observation, record-keeping, and documentation skills.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.  Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 
• High degree of organization, self-motivation, and accountability. 
• Analytical ability to prioritize work and move from task to task.
• Must be detail-oriented.
• Basic computer skills, including working knowledge of MS Word and Excel.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. 

• Individual is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. 
• Ability to regularly lift a minimum 50 lbs. on a daily basis and 51 to 150 lbs. with the assistance of equipment on a daily to weekly basis.
• Regular use of safety glasses and shoes.  Vision requirements: close vision.

 WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position requires you to be on site at our Ft Smith, AR site.
• While performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. 
• Individual regularly exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and at risk of electrical shock. 
• Noise level is minimal.   

EEO Statement

Stryten Energy is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

About Statement

Stryten Energy helps solve the world’s most pressing energy challenges with a broad range of energy storage solutions across the Essential Power, Motive Power, Transportation, Military and Government sectors. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, we partner with some of the world’s most recognized companies to meet the growing demand for reliable and sustainable energy storage capacity. Stryten powers everything from submarines to subcompacts, microgrids, warehouses, distribution centers, cars, trains and trucks. Our stored energy technologies include advanced lead, lithium and vanadium redox flow batteries, intelligent chargers and energy performance management software that keep people on the move and supply chains running. An industry leader backed by more than a century of expertise, Stryten has The Energy to Challenge the status quo and deliver top-performing energy solutions for today and tomorrow. Learn more at stryten.com.