Principal Test Technician

Principal Test Technician From applied research to advanced engineering, the Engineering Technologist team has the expertise to shape ground-breaking products, material, and processes. It’s a fascinating field of work. We’re involved in assessing the competition, developing technology and product strategies, and generating intellectual property. We lead technology investigations, analyze industry capabilities, and recommend potential acquisitions or vendor partner opportunities. Our insights influence product architecture and definitions. And we work with colleagues across the business to ensure our products always lead the way. Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact as a Principal Test Technician on our Engineering Technologist team onsite in Austin, Texas . What you’ll achieve As a Principal Test Technician , you’ll be responsible for testing prototype development systems to determine optimum thermal settings as well as work from developed test plans and/or written or verbal instructions. You’ll execute automative test and document findings and interact with subordinates and/or functional peer groups daily. Interaction normally involves exchange or presentation of factual information. You’ll convey straightforward information to audiences. You will: Test prototype assemblies to include: Some light disassembly/assembly work of computer Use IR camera to determine thermal hot spots Adhere thermocouples to hot spots for testing Thermal testing done in natural convection chamber with DAQ based equipment Will need to run Acoustic testing in anechoic chamber Create reports from data output to be vetted by engineers Apply knowledge and basic problem-solving techniques to define and resolve problems Work on problems of limited scope and determine a course of action based on guidelines; will receive general instruction on work and new assignments Follow standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained Take the first step towards your dream career Every Dell Technologies team member brings something unique to the table. Here’s what we are looking for with this role: Essential Requirements Comfortable working with computers, loading and executing software Attention to detail with strong focus on accuracy and precision Strong work ethic, personal accountability, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results Strong communication skills, discipline to hold oneself accountable, and the ability to prioritize and multi-task (will work with cross-functional teams) Demonstrates the aptitude and ability to develop the required skills through training Desirable Requirements Typically requires 0+ years of related experience in a professional role with a Bachelor's degree; or equivalent experience Compensation Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this position is $31 - 40, hourly. Benefits and Perks of working at Dell Technologies Your life. Your health. Supported by your benefits. You can explore the overall benefits experience that awaits you as a Dell Technologies team member — right now at MyWellatDell.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dell GmbH