Smiths Detection

Security and Detection Solutions

TechnicalServiceEngineer

$64–96k Pine Brook, New Jersey, United States INTERNSHIP
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HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Technical Service Engineer at Smiths Detection. Skills: Troubleshooting, Repair, Test fixture design, Technical writing. Perform advanced troubleshooting. Repair electronic mechanical equipment”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure full Quality Control of repaired product; Ensure consistent Quality Control of Parts Reworks and Unit Repairs; Ensure working order of Fixtures; Ensure fixture proper function

Industry & Context.

Security and Detection Solutions
Problems you'll solve

advanced troubleshooting; technical problem-solving skills; Diagnose and resolve electronic related failures; address difficult and or new technical depot service issues

Eligibility Requirements

Travel for new depot site Set up and support, Provides training at assigned sites

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Technical Degree desired or extensive electronics and mechanical related experience, electronics service experience, manual dexterity and ability to use small hand tools, verbal and written communication skills, Presentation skills for Training, technical problem-solving skills, Ability to read blueprints and schematics, Must be diplomatic, tactful and understand the importance of team work, Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook), Ability to produce technical reports and summaries, Knowledge of software and firmware for electronics, Must be flexible and team oriented

Nice to Have

Knowledge of advanced electronics and mechanical assemblies, ISO related experience or Continuous Improvement or Lean methodology a plus, Python, PLC, FPGA and similar skills for electronics desired

What You'll Do.

Perform advanced troubleshooting

Repair electronic mechanical equipment

Document best practices

Design and create test fixtures

Address technical depot service issues

Support depot teamwork

Create technical procedures

Train and develop technicians

Provide best practice technical procedures

Share technical knowledge openly

Develop new procedures

Support Quality Control

Lead test fixture creation

Support fixture maintenance

Ensure fixture proper function

Support new depot site setup

Provide training at assigned sites

Model Safety behavior

Diagnose electronic failures

Resolve electronic failures

Work with Technicians

Support resolve issues

Identify best practices

Work with Technical Drawings

Develop Technical Procedures

Provide data summaries

Troubleshoot NV parts

Lead technical training

Identify replacement EOL components

Develop new service procedures

Evolve new service procedures

Complete documentation

Maintain Service Inventory

Collaborate with team

Data Entry Service Management System

Data Entry Rework Cycles

Support safety practices

Cost savings projects

Process improvement projects

Support Technical Set Up Projects

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Support depot teamwork; Promotes teamwork; Participates in regular meetings building teamwork; Shares technical knowledge openly; Collaborates with team; Build team relationships

Communication Scope

verbal communication skills; written communication skills; Presentation skills

Process & Methodology

Manage key projects, Special projects, Cost savings projects, Process improvement projects, Technical Set Up Projects

Full Job Description

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security. Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security. This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day. This key Depot service support position requires an advanced Technical Engineer based skillset. Demonstrates the capability to perform advanced troubleshooting and repair of electronic mechanical equipment, and document best practices. Designs and creates test fixtures for full Quality Control of repaired product. The incumbent will be responsible to address difficult and or new technical depot service issues, as well as support depot teamwork, create technical procedures and train and develop technicians accordingly. This role engages technical writing projects by providing best practice technical procedures. Promotes teamwork and participates in regular meetings building teamwork and shares technical knowledge openly and co-ordinates repairs and develops new procedures as required. This role supports Quality Control and Leads test fixture creation and supports all fixture maintenance on existing fixtures to ensure fixture proper function - all for consistent Quality Control of Parts Reworks and Unit Repairs. Interacts with Manager for key projects as assigned. May be

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