Baltimore, MD, 21217, USA
199 days ago
Associate Electrician / Lab Technician - R&D
Associate Electrician / Lab Technician - R&D Baltimore, Maryland, United States **Company Overview** At Jensen Hughes, we lead with our Purpose + Principles and value our people. Across our global partnership of experts, clients, and communities, we are recognized worldwide for our leadership in fire protection engineering, a legacy of responsibility we have advanced with pride since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related risk management fields — from accessibility consulting, risk and hazard analysis, process safety and forensic investigations to security risk consulting, emergency management and digital innovation. As we champion best practices, set industry standards and support communities with innovative solutions, we are making the world a better place. We believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth fundamentally includes a sustained commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. At Jensen Hughes, diversity is ingrained in our culture -- we accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background. Our differences and uniqueness are celebrated and reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks. **Job Overview** JENSEN HUGHES is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Associate Electrician / Lab Technician to join our dynamic team in the Research and Development, Forensic, and Investigative Fire Testing Laboratory located in our Baltimore, MD fire office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background and interest in construction; including electrical work, welding, fabrication, light machining, and instrumentation to support the setup and execution of lab testing experiments. This role requires a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and equipment operation. We are looking for an individual who has basic electrical and construction knowledge, someone with technical skills who can build and repair items on site. You do not need previous lab experience. **Responsibilities** + Prepare testing equipment through various construction methods (welding, fabrication, painting, etc.) + Set up instrumentation for experiments and provide video and photographic documentation of testing processes. + We will train you how to assist in conducting live fire testing, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and procedures. + Perform small-scale standardized tests. + We will train you on how to process test data, including plotting and data conversion, to generate meaningful insights. + Perform regular maintenance and calibration of lab equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability. + We can train you how to track calibration due dates for equipment and schedule timely calibration activities as well as purchase necessary equipment and supplies for the laboratory, ensuring cost effectiveness and quality. + You will work closely with machine shops to fabricate test equipment and parts as required. + Oversee lab safety practices and ensure compliance with safety regulations at all times. + Operate lab equipment efficiently and safely, following manufacturer guidelines. + Maintain cleanliness and organization of the laboratory space. **Requirements and Qualifications** + Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. + Certifications: Current forklift and scissor lift certification preferred. + Minimum of 5 years of related technical experience required in Construction or as an Electrician. + Ability to operate basic laboratory equipment effectively and safely + Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues and solve problems efficiently. + Proficient in computer usage with familiarity in Outlook email and Microsoft TEAMS. + Firefighter training or certification is a plus + Must be capable of lifting and carrying object weighing up to 50 lbs. Ability to stoop, squat, bend, push, pull, and lift objects and/or equipment of various weight, size, and design as required for laboratory tasks. \#LI-AW1 **_Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status._** The security of your personal data is important to us. Jensen Hughes has implemented reasonable physical, technical, and administrative security standards to protect personal data from loss, misuse, alteration, or destruction. We protect your personal data against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure, using security technologies and procedures, such as encryption and limited access. Only authorized individuals may access your personal data for the purpose for which it was collected, and these individuals receive training about the importance of protecting personal data. Jensen Hughes is committed to compliance with all relevant data privacy laws in all areas where we do business, including, but not limited to, the GDPR and the CCPA. Additionally, our service providers are contractually bound to maintain the confidentiality of personal data and may not use the information for any unauthorized purpose. *Policy on use of 3rd party recruiting agency for direct placements Jensen Hughes will occasionally augment a recruiting search through agencies for certain positions when business conditions warrant. Jensen Hughes will not accept resumes, inquiries or proposals from recruiting agencies as an acceptable method to consider a candidate. 3rd party recruiting agencies must sign a standard Jensen Hughes agreement after being evaluated and accepted by a Human Resources or Talent Acquisition manager, or member of the talent acquisition team. Hiring managers and employees of Jensen Hughes are not authorized to accept resumes, engage in fee-based searches through recruiting firms or sign a search agreement. Please note this policy does not apply to “staffing firms” or firms that are involved with hiring temporary staff. Any recruiting agency interested in being considered may contact our recruiting team at jensenhughesrecruiting.com.
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