Senior Engineering Technician

Arvada CO

Description

TDA is located outside Denver, Colorado with offices in Wheat Ridge and Golden. We have a staff of 100+ mainly engineers and scientists who develop cutting edge chemical processes, materials, and hardware for customers in the defense, aerospace, energy and chemical industries. We rely on a high level of technical competence and efficiency within our team and look for motivated, talented, and skilled innovators to join us in developing advanced solutions. TDA has a position open for an Experienced Engineering Technician. The ideal candidate would have a high school diploma or college degree and five to ten years of relevant work experience in an industry or R&D environment. Additional training or trade skills are desirable. The Engineering Technician will work with project leaders and engineers to assemble and troubleshoot equipment. Preferred skills include: • Welding • Machining • Plumbing - gas and liquid • Electrical wiring • General assembly • Basic knowledge of chemistry • Familiarity with safety procedures Technicians at TDA commonly perform the following tasks: • Install, calibrate and maintain equipment. • Electrically/mechanically troubleshoot and maintain both new and existing laboratory equipment (autoclaves, pumps, ovens, chillers, mixers). • Assist with all laboratory moves and new equipment installations • Under general supervision, calibrate various lab tools and instruments (for example, mass flow controllers, thermocouples, data loggers.) • Document records of inspections, maintenance activity, repairs, and other work performed. • Convey complex information clearly and concisely. • Perform other duties as assigned The candidate should be capable of driving a fork truck and TDA vehicles, and use pallet jacks. The technician may be required to work with a variety of hazardous materials, such as compressed gases, cryogenic liquids, acids, bases, oxidizers, solvents, vacuum pump oils, and other hazardous chemicals. The technician will receive specialized safety training and be an active member of the safety and spill teams. The technician will travel between sites in a personal vehicle. Physical Requirements: • Ability to lift 40 pounds. • Ability to sit, stand, or kneel for extended periods of time. • Ability to ascend and descend stairs and ladders Annual salary range is $50,000-$80,000 plus the complete benefits package. In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors as education, experience, skill-set, and/or location. TO APPLY USE THIS LINK: TDA Research, Inc. offers a complete benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance/STD/LTD, 401K plan with employer match and a generous amount of paid time off. If you would like to request assistance with the application or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact [email protected]. TDA Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females / Minority / Veterans / Disabled / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Religion / National Origin To view our Equal Opportunity Statement, please visit the TDA Careers Page. COVID-19 continues to significantly impact our communities, families and employees. With employee health and safety as our top priority, TDA Research is taking action to address the increased risk and uncertainty COVID variants pose in the workplace. Effective October 1, 2021, we will require all newly hired employees to be fully vaccinated before their start date.