Principal Technician Job Description
Principal technician
provides electrical/electronic and mechanical diagnostics, preventative and predictive maintenance perform repairs to process machinery, equipment and controls.
Principal Technician Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Reporting to the Sr Pkg
Works under guidance of Sr
Performing highly complex laboratory or field tests
Performing computations and cost estimates in support of design activity
Checking test reports of subordinates for completeness and accuracy
Maintaining and verifying equipment is in proper operating condition
Participating in the development of new tests and the modification of existing tests
Occasionally traveling across the state to collect and analyze field data
Training subordinates to perform calculations, making maps and plans, conducting tests, evaluating results and performing field work/inspection
Support Copper Plating tool platform
Principal Technician Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Principal Technician
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: PCP, IAT, AALAS, II, NAS, CCNA, IATA, ITIL, J-STD, NASA
Education for Principal Technician
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the principal technician job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Associate and Bachelor's Degree in Technical, Associates, Education, Engineering, Science, Electronics, Physical Science, Engineering Technology, Drafting, Construction Technology
Skills for Principal Technician
Desired skills for principal technician include:
NATO responsibilities and organization
Semiconductor processing and process equipment
System network troubleshooting techniques utilising complex and diverse test equipment and software tools
Statistical Process Control methodologies & systems
Current professional experience
English and Metric measuring systems with the ability to perform mathematical conversions to each
GMP
HACCP and prerequisite controls
Machinery maintenance
Networking
Desired experience for principal technician includes:
Initiate and complete DCP/DCO as required
Monitor and facilitate materials dispositioned by ER/CAPA to minimize distressed inventory
Some experience or exposure to a regulated manufacturing environment is preferred
Ability or aptitude to provide solutions or contingency plans through the comprehensive review of alternatives
Associates degree in a related technology field or equivalent combination of training and experience
Infocomm CTS or equivalent certification required
Principal Technician Examples
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Principal Technician Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of principal technician. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for principal technician
- May build and test mechanical models, electrical circuits and assemblies or perform basic analyses requiring knowledge of scientific and/or laboratory techniques
- May provide direction or training to interns or lower-level technicians
- Determine test and equipment specifications and write clear and accurate test result reports
- Document, construct and maintain electrical, mechanical and/or computing equipment
- Work with lower-level technicians to troubleshoot and fault isolate equipment
- Maintain responsibility for the planning, execution, analysis and reporting of medical device testing
- Develop and write test protocols and reports, directing and organizing other Technicians, Engineering Co-op Students in testing and analysis activities
- Partner with engineering staff in the development of test and assembly fixtures and recommend and use appropriate test equipment
- Train engineering staff in the use of test and assembly fixtures and test equipment
- Plan, organize, train and direct other Technicians and Co-Op Students in testing, analysis, building, and repair activities
Qualifications for principal technician
- Expert in the use of Revit, Navisworks & AutoCAD
- The role will require a Principal Technician CAD/BIM Modeler to be established locally and throughout the region, drawing on skills that currently exist and developing new enthusiastic individuals within the main production centres
- The Principal Technician CAD/BIM Modeler will be responsible for developing and delivering appropriate training throughout the local structural stream
- The Principal Technician CAD/BIM Modeler will be closely involved with the Local or Business BIM Manager/Director in developing a local CAD/BIM “centre of excellence”
- He/She will be capable of making a significant contribution to the growth of the stream by proactively identifying opportunities for business advantage through innovative use of CAD/BIM Modeling technology
- Work with NDT engineering to assemble and install the inspection system
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Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of principal technician. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for principal technician
- Perform testing, analyze data statistically, interpret results, and create reports
- Create, read, and take direction from detailed design drawings, especially test and assembly fixtures
- Create solid models for test fixtures, design fixtures, modify existing designs, and work with the machine shop or 3D printer to fabricate designs
- Plan and facilitate procurement of materials and tools necessary for test or build activities
- Take precise measurements of components parts
- Provide design input on rework and modification of products
- Rework/modify products to achieve proper function
- Update solid models and drawing with proposed changes
- Work with Model Shop, 3D Printer or outside vendor to create prototypes reflecting these modifications
- Manage lab infrastructure which may include calibration, safety, maintenance of equipment, cleaning services, and hazardous waste removal
Qualifications for principal technician
- Ability to connect power to the system
- Ability to install conduit, pipes and tubing for the system
- Excellent skills in using hand tools (wire strip and crimping tools, wrenches, screwdrivers, ) , power tools (hand drills, saws, conduit bending tools, ) and good soldering skills
- Ability to plan, execute and track multiple tasks for multiple projects
- Proficiency with software applications, Microsoft Office, specific programs of SAP, MES, ASPECT
- 2 Year Technical/Associates Degree in Science, Math, Engineering, Semi-Conductor Manufacturing or a related discipline or equivalent military training/experience or equivalence plus minimum 10 years of relevant work experience
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of principal technician. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for principal technician
- The Research Technician collects and records sought and unsought experimental data and observations in a laboratory notebook
- Knowledge/experience with basic chemistry and/or polymer processing
- Responsible for out-of-tolerance reports along with their follow up
- Maintain and create calibration procedures and records to meet ISO and ANSI requirements and assist programs and engineers to help meet the requirements of their contracts
- Determine the transfer standard instrumentation & accessory needs of the calibration lab
- Maintain the operation and functionality of the IndySoft calibration re-call system
- Develop calibration software to automate instrumentation for quicker turnaround time and construct fixtures and cabling to aid the development
- Maintain the calibration lab practices of the day-to-day operations of the lab to comply with the necessary certifications
- Oversee Electrostatic Discharge Control (ESD) plans and certification / verification of ESD functionality of the Plymouth facility
- Handle internal, DCMA, DCAA & AS9100/ISO, and possible customer audits and corrective actions for calibration lab operations
Qualifications for principal technician
- 2 Year Technical/Associates Degree in Science, Engineering, Semi-Conductor Manufacturing or a related discipline or equivalent military training/experience or equivalence plus minimum 10 years of relevant work experience
- Technical and Maintenance Skills with 5+ years direct experience performing Level 3 maintenance and troubleshooting on Screen CLEAN toolsets (SU3200, SU3100, SS3100, SS3200, FC3100)
- Preference given to candidates with 2 year Associates Degree over equivalent years of experience
- May have experience working within HR function(s) or HR support role
- Ability to perform standardized and routine assignments involving a sequence of related operations with minimal or no supervision
- Must demonstrate ability to apply proper laboratory methods
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Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of principal technician. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for principal technician
- Handle the shipping & return of outside sourced calibrations, invoices and credit card responsibility
- Manage all wafer logistics for wafers moving between Fab-8 and Albany ensuring standard protocols (wafer entry checks by TXRF, particle checks, shipping logistics, ) are followed
- Provide daily status reports, wSPC chart monitoring, trends, experimental or line down reports using Microsoft based applications, , excel, word or office
- Conduct routine technical testing and analysis of materials and samples as specified by the individual Technical Account Managers
- Create written technical reports based on lab test results
- Manage the supply and logistics of all materials and samples necessary to conduct the tests and maintain the laboratory
- Interface with the corporate Technical Service, KIR, and Analytical groups at ESC for sample submission, information requests and report dissemination
- Management of the Technical Account Specialist databases including individual RTI entry and all associated upkeep and file maintenance
- Coordination and scheduling of all customer and internal tours of the technical facilities in Greensboro
- Support of individual field tests for new products and systems both locally and nationally as directed by the Technical Account Specialist supervising the test
Qualifications for principal technician
- Candidates must have a strong sense of ownership
- Must work safely and be safety conscious at all times
- Must have good interpersonal skills and be capable of communicating effectively and working cooperatively with corporate personnel, customers, vendors, plant staff, and teammates
- Must be fluent in the use of contemporary software for preparing memos and reports
- Must be able to routinely lift 25 pounds
- Must manage multiple assignments effectively in a fast path environment
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Our growing company is hiring for a principal technician. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for principal technician
- Miscellaneous duties associated with department function as assigned by the Program Leader – Technical Account Specialists
- When assigned to a project team, supports small project teams or specific components of a customer engagement
- Electrical checkout, integration, and test of flight hardware
- Certification and maintenance of Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE)
- Component and System level spacecraft testing
- Execution of satellite test scripts
- Support launch campaign EGSE setup, system testing and final vehicle preparation at launch sites
- Troubleshoot EGSE and spacecraft discrepancies as needed
- Evaluate and implement Lean solutions to decrease test cycle times
- Mentoring of Junior Technicians
Qualifications for principal technician
- UK project delivery preferred
- Proven flexibility as processes, tests, and procedures will change to suit the changing needs of the development process
- 2 Year Technical/Associates Degree in Science, Math, Engineering, Semi-Conductor Manufacturing or a related discipline or equivalent military training/experience or equivalent work experience
- At least 6 years of experience in manufacturing, Semiconductors or repair and maintenance
- 2 Year Technical AS Degree or High School Degree (or equivalent) with a minimum of 2 years relevant work or military experience
- Minimum 4-5 years of hands on CAD management experience