Technical Specialist (Calibration)
Job Locations
US-MI-Troy
ID
2025-15679
Overview
Element has an opportunity for a Technical Specialist (Calibration) to join our rapidly expanding team in Troy, MI. As a member of the operations team in Troy, MI, the Technical Specialist position provides accurate and efficient calibration of electronic and mechanical systems. Responsible for the successful execution and management of all
internal and external instrument calibration work. Perform calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and repairs on a wide range of test equipment to meet A2LA requirements and other quality standards and specifications.
Responsibilities
Inspect and test measuring instruments against established standards, adjusting as needed to ensure accuracy
Identify and resolve problems with equipment that may affect calibration accuracy
Document calibration results, including dates, readings, and adjustments made, in detailed reports
Perform routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to prevent malfunctions and maintain calibration stability
Adhere to standard calibration methods and quality control protocols
Keep a record of calibration equipment, supplies, and spare parts
Work with engineers, technicians, and quality control personnel to ensure calibration compliance
Train and mentor test technicians, providing guidance on troubleshooting, best practices, and proper equipment usage
Skills / Qualifications
Associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field (or equivalent military training)
Certifications such as IPC, J-STD, or other soldering/electronics certifications are a plus
Proficiency in using electronic test equipment (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers)
Understanding of analog and digital circuits, microcontrollers, and RF systems (if applicable)
Familiarity with calibration software and data management systems
Previous experience working as a test technician or in a related technical field
Proven experience with the calibration of test equipment and maintaining accurate calibration records in compliance with A2LA requirements
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Company Overview
Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to 'Make tomorrow safer than today'.
When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.
While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.
Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.
Diversity Statement
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.
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