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IDEX Corporation (NYSE: IEX), based in Northbrook, IL (suburb of Chicago), is a leading global manufacturer of diversified products in industries ranging across health, science, safety, fire, and fluidics. The company operates in 24 countries, IDEX is an innovative and growing company, focused on delivering excellence through diverse, winning teams. We’re a global provider of applied solutions serving a variety of markets. These include life science and medical technologies, process industry and infrastructure related applications, industrial/municipal fire, and rescue - to name just a few.
IDEX Material Science Solutions (MSS) is a newly formed group made up of 11 Materials Sciences businesses across 14 locations within the US and Europe. These businesses include Advanced Thin Films, Inc., CVI Laser, LLC, CVI Laser Limited, Iridian Spectral Technologies Ltd., Micro-LAM, Inc., Superior Technical Ceramics Corp (STC), Tecan Limited, Veco B.V., Atul, Veco Precision India Pvt. Ltd (VPI), Millux B.V., and Louwers Hanique B.V.
Responsibilities:
The Engineering Technician will be responsible for performing measurements according to established procedures, maintaining characterization equipment, and ensuring accurate and complete documentation of test results.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully performing materials measurements in a high precision environment.
Key accountabilities and responsibilities for the Engineering Technician include but are not limited to:
· Perform materials measurements and characterization using established procedures and work instructions.
· Follow testing procedures carefully and consistently to ensure reliable and repeatable results.
· Prepare samples for characterization and testing as required.
· Record test results, observations, and relevant sample information accurately and clearly.
· Maintain organized and traceable records of measurements and test data.
· Perform routine equipment maintenance, calibration checks, and basic troubleshooting.
· Keep characterization equipment, work areas, and samples clean and organized.
· Identify and communicate equipment issues, unusual results, or deviations from established procedures.
· Follow all applicable safety, quality, and laboratory procedures.
· Demonstrate strong attention to detail when handling samples, operating equipment, and documenting results.
· Support continuous improvement of testing procedures and laboratory processes.
Requirements & Experience:
· Technical degree, associate degree, or equivalent hands-on laboratory or manufacturing experience preferred.
· Experience working with measurement or laboratory equipment is a plus.
· Ability to follow detailed written procedures and work instructions.
· Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate data collection.
· Good organizational and record-keeping skills.
· Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with engineers and other team members.
· Basic computer skills and ability to enter and maintain test data.
· Experience with materials characterization, laboratory testing, microscopy, dimensional measurement, or similar technical work is a plus.
· Experience working with optical components and precision-manufactured parts preferred.
· Ability to use relevant computer applications: MS…