Lab Technician

Texas A&M Transportation Institute • Bryan, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) is an agency of the State of Texas and member of The Texas A&M University System. For 75 years, TTI has addressed complex transportation challenges and opportunities with innovation, objectivity, and unmatched technical expertise. Our staff delivers excellence, value and thought leadership to ensure our research sponsors achieve their goals. Our Vision - TTI leads in the creation of knowledge that transforms transportation for the benefit of society. Our Mission - TTI delivers practical, innovative and sustainable solutions to improve the movement of people, data and goods through research, education and technology transfer. The primary duty station for this position will be TTI RELLIS campus in Bryan, TX. Due to the nature of this position, there is not a hybrid remote option available. The salary range for position is commensurate. Final salary will be determined based on the applicant's qualifications and experience. Under general supervision of Construction Supervisor, assists with research preparations, carries out procedures, prepares and constructs objects and structures, operates equipment, prepares, documents, and/or make-ready test vehicles, operates equipment, and conducts data collection/recording that support research in engineering fields, prepares, installs, and operates recording equipment and mechanical instrumentation that supports research in engineering fields. Continued employment is dependent upon availability of funding and satisfactory performance.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two (2) years of related work experience in construction and/or mechanical and/or electronics field.
• Basic familiarity with tools and equipment used in construction, mechanical and/or electronic projects.
• Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software to create record gathered data and perform other computer related tasks.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to deliver quality results on time.
• Must be able to work outside in the elements at the labs testing sites and vehicle preparation areas.
• Travel may be required on rare occasions.
• Work beyond normal business hours and/or work on weekends may be required on rare occasions.

Nice To Haves

• Trade school with emphasis in construction and/or, mechanics, and/or electronics.
• Four (4) years related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle and Mechanical Preparation (40%): Prepare vehicles and mechanical systems for full-scale research experiments Repair test vehicle engine, drivetrain, suspension, brakes, chassis, body, and other parts as needed Prepare test vehicle by adding devices necessary to perform crash tests Fabricate needed parts to conduct transportation research Prepare test vehicle regarding installation of mechanical/electronic devices as directed May perform duties of Tow Truck Operator during crash testing May conduct field surveys, prepare vehicles or mechanical systems, and construct test articles and structures for research activities
• Experiment Setup and Execution (20%): Assist in conducting experiments at the test facility Conduct and coordinate experiments in support of various research projects Perform a variety of laboratory or field experiments using various types of equipment and vehicles Work with Construction Supervisor and/or Test Facilities Manager as test plans are developed Assist Test Conductor and/or Test Facilities Manager to facilitate test plans Prepare test site and construct/install the test article as directed
• Fabrication and Assembly (20%): Perform necessary bench and floor work in making, finishing, and assembling parts, some of which require the use of measurements to close tolerances. May perform skilled or semi-skilled work in construction and repair of varied equipment and test articles involving several trade skills Install required hardware and systems on test facility for crash tests
• Equipment Maintenance and Calibration (10%): Maintain shop equipment in good working order Clean and maintain work area as necessary Collect and maintain calibration and maintenance data/records on equipment and devices Perform in-house calibrations on selected electronic instrumentation and other devices
• Data Collection and Documentation (10%): Evaluate, select, and apply standard techniques of routine research; keep detailed records of data Use computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data gathering and evaluation Read, record, compute, and write-up results in accordance with standard procedures Provide construction, mechanical, and/or electronic assistance as needed to document methods and outcomes Other assistance as needed with modification to/development of methods

Benefits

• TTI employees can choose from several health coverage options offered by The Texas A&M University System for themselves and their families, as well as numerous other benefit programs.
• Relocation assistance (if eligible)
• Tuition reimbursement program (if eligible)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED