Mechanical Lab Technician

EXEMPT: No LOCATION: Geneva, IL DEPARTMENT: R&D REPORTS TO: MGR R&D PREPARED BY: MGR R&D Scope/Summary Statement: Perform duties necessary to set up and perform physical calibration of spring elements and mechanical testing of railcar components in a laboratory, rip track, and test track setting. Perform basic machine shop and fabrication duties to make, modify or repair mechanical testing equipment and fixtures. Job Function Statements: Set up calibrations or tests from written or verbal engineering instructions. Carry out test procedures. Operate associated equipment. Record data necessary for analysis. Prepare reports to verify established test procedures. Must be able to enter information obtained from tests into Outlook, Access database, or Excel spreadsheet. Ensures work area cleanliness and safety rules are followed. Able to work within a team oriented environment. Perform other related duties as assigned. Physical Requirements: Be able to push/pull parts into proper position for testing. This includes pushing/pulling while in an upright, or stooping position. Able to work under and on a rail car to assist with assembly or testing. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Position requires the ability to regularly bend, stoop, stand and sit. TOOLS EQUIP. & MEASURING INSTRUMENTS: General knowledge of laboratory equipment including the use of Riehle Test Machines, QA gauges, rulers, calipers and micrometers, welders, torches, hydraulic presses, MPI equipment, spray painter, arbor press, hand tools, fixtures, and packaging equipment. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Associates Degree or equivalent, preferably in Mechanical Engineering; and one to three months related experience and/or training in MIG welding and fabrication. Must be able to read engineering drawings and have basic computer skills. Other Electronic skills are highly desirable. If you are interested in applying for this position, please see Kristy Puma in Administration. Salary range $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Created: 2026-03-04