R&D Technician - Calibration

E2 Federal Services, LLC is an affiliate of E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. (E2), a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing federal base operations and infrastructure support services. At E2, we value safety, innovation and collaboration, and we are dedicated to excellence.

An R&D Calibration Technician, under limited supervision and/or detailed procedures/work instructions, safely performs a variety of mechanical and calibration tasks in support of R&D projects. Work involves installation, modification, preventive and corrective maintenance of R&D mechanical systems and measurement and test equipment (M&TE).

Adhere to NETL SARS policies and procedures while conducting work duties.
• Use Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) and Instrument Index to install threaded and flanged piping and to locate and service M&TE.
• Calibrate M&TE used to measure pressure, temperature, vibration, speed, voltage, current, frequency, and flow. Troubleshoot complex measurement problems using Hart communicators, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, digital multimeters, and logic analyzers, etc.
• Identify a third-party entity to obtain a quote and arrange shipment for instruments that are not able to be calibrated on site.
• Use ProCal software to create an instrument record, develop a test case, and record DUT measurements. Perform complex calculations relating to signal measurement and measurement uncertainty.
• Installation of Swagelok fractional tubing, insulation, and tubing components such as valves, regulators, and gauges.
• Installation of Autoclave Engineers cone and threaded tubing and tubing components
• Set up and perform pneumatic and hydrostatic pressure testing.
• Perform non-code welding to fabricate or repair non-critical items and provide custom sheet metal forming/work.
• Use machine shop equipment such as an Horizontal / Vertical Bandsaw, electronic belt sander, and metal shear to cut metal.
• Performs compressed gas cylinder deliveries.
• Perform penetrations and securing materials to assemble/erect structures, all per policy.
• Perform hoisting and rigging of large equipment.
• Identify stock material needs such as fasteners, strut, or sheet metal, then track location and quantity.
• Operate forklift, manlifts, skid steer loader, etc.
• Use Lock-out Tag-out (LOTO) plans to ensure work is performed safely.
• Maintaining facilities in clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Collaborate effectively with other team members to resolve issues such as suggesting modifications to procedures and refining practices to ensure quality adherence principles and objectives are being met.
• Work safely with systems operating at levels up to 480 volts.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license.
• Vocational/technical training beyond high school
• Minimum of five (5) years of job-related experience or equivalent including process M&TE calibration.
• Ability to understand Engineering drawings and documents that will allow for the safe and efficient installation of projects.
• Experienced using ProCal or similar calibration management software.
• Must be able to pass the NETL Swagelok certification test. (Company training will be provided.
• Computer / Software Skills - proficiently utilizing Microsoft Outlook email, Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat, payroll time entry, and complete required online training.
• Good attendance, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work as part of a team or independently.
• Ability to follow oral / written instructions, exercise good judgement to complete assignments on time.
• Work safely under limited supervision, exercise good judgement, and manage time to complete assignments.
• Good verbal and written communication

Preferred Responsibilities/Requirements

• High school diploma or GED/TASC/ HiSET with at least fifteen (10) years of job-related experience or a bachelor's degree with at least seven (7) years of job-related experience or equivalent.
• Calibration or Controls Technician Certification.
• Ability to read control system programming such as ladder logic, function block, structured text, sequential function block, and instruction list.
• Broad knowledge of other disciplines such as general math, geometry, electronics, etc.

E2 Federal Services, LLC, offers an excellent benefits package represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the IUOE Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Work Environment

• Most positions involve work in environments (e.g., projects, labs, outside locations, etc. where mechanical equipment is being installed, tested, analyzed, monitored, or operated and / or maintained. Equipment may be loud and noisy and or have exposed moving components.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Such positions may involve routine lifting, up to 50 pounds.
• Able to perform all the typical repetitive physical requirements such as: walking, pushing, pulling, handling, grasping, kneeling, working overhead.
• Able to work in awkward positions for extended periods of time or in confined spaces.
• Constant use of vision and mental alertness is required.

Integrated Safety Management

• Observe and follow all corporate, federal, state and site environmental safety and health (ES&H) policies and procedures that pertain to the job classification being performed.
• Perform only those tasks in which you have the required training, competence, knowledge, skills, and abilities to prevent injury to one's-self, other employees, the public, or the environment.
• Hazard and situational awareness for ES&H risks associated with the work. Perform work safely in accordance with hazard controls.
• Report all unsafe operations, and, if necessary, exercise stop-work authority in cases of imminent danger.
• Must wear proper PPE as required and ensure PPE is in acceptable condition.
• Keep office space, operating area, control room, mechanical room, warehouse etc. clean and orderly.
• Attend all safety meetings and stay current with assigned required training.
• Maintain active involvement in the introduction, revision, and/or promotion of ES&H/ISM program activities.

Hours of Work

• This is typically an 8-hour per day, five days per week daylight schedule. Overtime on nights, weekends, and holidays may be required to meet client needs.

E2 Federal Services, LLC, is a Drug Free Workplace. After accepting an offer of employment, applicants may be required to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination. Drug screens will include, but not be limited to, Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Marijuana Metabolites (THC), Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). As a federal contractor, E2 cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician.

Please no solicitation of any kind from agencies, staffing, or recruiting firms.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.