Position Summary

The Technologist is responsible for planning, conducting, developing, and validating materials and process testing to support the Material & Process Engineering (M&PE) needs of the aerospace and industrial businesses within the Noise, Vibration, and Harshness Division. This role involves hands-on work with rubber compounding, adhesive application, metal preparation, elastomer bonding, following/developing test procedures, and running/diagnosing/developing associated laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

- Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain standard and non-standard tests and associated equipment including:

• Hydraulically actuated elastomer test equipment and custom fatigue machines.
• ASTM testing of elastomer, adhesives, coatings, and other materials.
• Corrosion, abrasion, adhesion, compatibility, and other testing.
• Preparation of specimens required for testing.

- Establish priorities for projects based on resource availability and due dates, collaborating closely with the M&PE team to resolve conflicts.

- Maintain accurate and complete records, including service request data, notes, photographs, and reports for all assigned testing and material development activities.

- Ensure compliance with all safety rules, consistently practice safe working habits, and provide guidance to others on safety standards.

- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to report test results and project status clearly and promptly.

- Ensure the calibration of all equipment in use is up-to-date.

- Mentor and train less experienced colleagues on equipment operation, test procedures, data recording, and best practices.

- Identify, develop, and implement (or assist in the implementation of) continuous improvement initiatives related to systems, test methodologies, capital improvements, etc.

- Analyze data, screen for anomalies, and compare results against provided specifications when applicable.

- Collaborate to plan, define, and execute experiments in a thorough and scientific manner, applying principles of adhesive science, rubber compounding, molding, and testing.

- Writing controlling specifications when improving existing or developing new equipment, materials, or processes.

Note: This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties. Employees will be required to perform other job-related tasks as requested by their manager.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

- Associate's or vocational degree in a related technical discipline and 6 years of related experience; or 8+ years relevant work experience; or Bachelor's degree and 4 years related work experience.

- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret written instructions, including test plans, product/tooling drawings, work instructions, operating procedures, service requests, and specifications.

- Skilled in operating laboratory equipment and performing routine and non-routine tests under minimal supervision, as required by the individual's role within the team.

- Excellent communication skills, including conveying job status and results verbally and in writing.

- Excellent time management skills and ability to work efficiently in a dynamic environment.

- Ability to work in a team environment and cultivate strong customer relationships.

- Willingness to learn and carry out a diverse range of material testing.

Parker Hannifin

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Learn more at www.parker.com or @parkerhannifin.

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