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R&D Mechanical Engineer Technician

05.11.2024

The PALFINGER values of People, Entrepreneurship, Respect and Learning are more than words. We strive daily to create and support an atmosphere of collaboration, transparency, empowerment and customer focus so our greatest assets, our people, can harness their passion, drive and motivation to make a significant impact!

As a global company, PALFINGER offers its customers worldwide hydraulic lifting solutions and stands for the most innovative, reliable and efficient lifting, loading and handling solutions for use on commercial vehicles (PALFINGER Products). In North America, our product portfolio qualifies PALFINGER as a complete truck-equipment solution provider. Furthermore, as a PALFINGER North America Region member, PALFINGER continuously pursues our vision of being the preferred provider of truck equipment.

Are you ready to help us lift anything and reach new heights in your career? Apply now.

PALFINGER is searching for a R & D Mechanical Engineering Technician to work in the Oklahoma City, OK facility. We are located at 341 NW 122nd Street, Oklahoma City, OK, 73114. This position reports to the Engineer lead R & D.

Your Responsibilities

Review project instructions and prints to ascertain test specifications, procedures, and objectives, and test nature of technical problems such as redesign.
Review limited project instructions and specifications to identify, modify and plan requirements fabrication, assembly, and testing.
Set up and conduct tests of complete units and components under operational conditions to investigate proposals for improving equipment performance.
Analyze test results in relation to design or rated specifications and test objectives and modify or adjust equipment to meet specifications.
Calculate required capacities for equipment of proposed system to obtain specified performance and submit data to engineering personnel for approval.
Record test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or test methods.
Read dials and meters to determine amperage, voltage, electrical output, and input at specific operating temperature to analyze parts performance.

Your Qualifications

Associate degree (or other 2-year degree) preferred or similar work experience.
Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, mechanic and repair technologies, or ASE (automotive service excellence))
Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Writing computer programs for various purposes.
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
Ability to trouble shoot hydraulic and electronic systems.
Minor MIG welding skills as required.
Ability to operate a lathe and a mill.
Ability to use Plotter printers.
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

What we Offer

Competitive compensation.
401(k) with Company match.
Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and short and long-term disability (depending upon state). Wellness program offered.
Paid Company holidays and paid Personal Time Off (PTO).
Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth.

This job posting describes the general nature of work performed by employees within this classification. The information on this posting is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of all responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.

PALFINGER is not utilizing any external recruiting agencies for this opportunity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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