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Sr. Mechanical Testing Specialist

Kelly Services is currently seeking a **Sr. Mechanical Testing Specialist** for one of our top clients in West Chester, PA.

+ Provides skilled technical execution and supports operations for a mechanical testing laboratory that delivers design, verification, risk assessments, and supplier changes for orthopaedic implants and instruments.

DUTIES RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Responsible for performing mechanical and functional testing such as fatigue, endurance, static, tensile, corrosion and load to failure testing to assess functional requirements of implants and instruments.

+ Testing will support design characterization, verification, risk assessment and supplier changes of orthopaedic implants and instrumentation.

+ This includes communication with multiple disciplines, knowledge of mechanical testing apparatus/methodology, and data reporting.

+ Prepare test specimens per provided protocols

+ Analyze data and using statistical analysis.

+ Authors test protocols and test reports; documents test results and procedures.

+ Maintains laboratory records.

+ Ensures adherence to all company safety policies and procedures and other safety precautions within the work area.

+ Clearly and professionally communicate test findings, technical challenges, and proposed resolutions to required stakeholders.

+ Partner with program management team to ensure work assignments are being executed on time.

+ Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level.

+ Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures.

+ Performs other duties assigned as needed.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

+ 4-6 years of related experience and a Bachelor s Degree, or equivalent, in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields.

+ 2-4 years related experience with Master s Degree.

+ Experience in the Medical Device industry is preferred.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES and AFFILIATIONS

+ Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation and experiments.

+ Experience with commercial equipment Instron or MTS, preferred.

+ Experience with laboratory information systems or electronic laboratory notebooks is preferred ie Labvantage, Labware, Biovia, etc .

+ Experience qualifying laboratory instrument and software for use is preferred.

+ Experience with EHS concepts and deliverables is preferred.

+ Experience coordinating laboratory calibration and maintenance activities in partnership with local laboratory staff is preferred.

+ Ability to perform duties in accordance with policies and procedures

+ Ability to work unsupervised on assigned tasks.

+ Ability to prioritize tasks and manage a varied workload is required.

+ Ability to enter data on spread sheet and database applications

+ Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with diverse team members

+ Skills required include verbal and written communication skills, computer skills, task management, problem solving, and mechanical aptitude

+ Familiarity with material manufacturing processes; material mechanical, physical, and chemical testing; and material characterization is preferred

**Important information:** This position is recruited by a remote Kelly office, not your local Kelly branch. Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

Why Kelly** **®** **?

The Managed Solutions practice within Kelly Outsourcing and Consulting Group (KellyOCG ® ) is one focus within the full array of Kelly Services® workforce solutions.

Kelly Services has transformed from the staffing industry pioneer to a leading workforce solutions provider. KellyOCG is the distinguished outsourcing and consulting segment of Kelly Services, known for applying a forward-looking approach that enables companies to make strategic workforce planning decisions that impact their business and competitive advantage.

The Managed Solutions practice area of KellyOCG is dedicated to partnering with clients to architect and implement solutions that put them in a position to meet their operational obligation to their organization and freedom to focus on their more strategic business needs.

As a Kelly Services employee, you will have access to numerous perks, including:

+ Vacation and sick pay

+ Paid holidays

+ 401(k) plan

+ Group medical, vision, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance options

+ Kelly Discounts on goods and services, auto and home insurance, and tuition at Kelly partner schools

+ Kelly Learning Center offers free courses and trainings

+ Weekly pay

About Kelly Services** **®

As a workforce advocate for over 70 years, we are proud to have a role in managing employment opportunities for more than one million workers around the globe. We employ 550,000 of these individuals directly with the remaining workers engaged through our talent supply chain network of supplier partners. Revenue in 2015 was $5.5 billion. Visit kellyservices.com and connect with us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/kellyservices) , LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com/company/kellyservices) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/kellyservices) .

Kelly Services is an equal opportunity employer including, but not limited to, Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law. (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm)

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly ® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.