Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a leading global provider of advanced products, services and expertise to help municipal, industrial and construction customers to improve their water management processes, increase operational performance and reduce environmental impact. With over 40 years of experience and a reputation for engineering excellence, businesses, and public bodies all over the world rely on our products, services and integrated solutions to reduce flood risk, improve water treatment and protect the environment from water pollution. We have a network of over 80 distribution partners and serve customers in more than 40 countries. As part of CRH Infrastructure Products, we are leading the water management industry with innovative, sustainable solutions and a safety-first mindset.
Job Summary
The ideal candidate in this role will work with the staff engineers to conduct experiments in the hydraulics lab and ensure that equipment is safe to operate and properly calibrated.
Job Responsibilities
Build full scale hydraulic prototype models using piping, rigging and fabrication techniques
Laboratory and field testing, verification, validation and demonstration of products and concepts
Maintenance, repairs and calibration of test rigs, instruments, measuring equipment, etc.
Maintenance of records including calibration, testing and R&D projects
Ensure proper safety procedures, equipment, and personal protective equipment is used while performing job duties
Monitor lab supplies and recommend purchases as required
Maintain clean lab working area after completion of job tasks and dispose of debris properly
Consult with facility users and advise on the feasibility of planned activities
Determine lab needs e.g. equipment, tools, etc. and provide engineering staff with appropriate information and recommendations for improvements.
Work in conformance with Company Policies and Procedures
Apply requirements of the BS EN ISO 9001 as appropriate within the areas of responsibility
Responsible for the Health, Safety and Environment aspects affecting self, employees and projects in your control
Job Requirements
High school education or equivalent
Ability to work with general tools and build prototypes with minimal supervision
General knowledge of lifting and loading techniques
Good understanding of health and safety practices
Able to perform laboratory tasks using developed standard procedures
Ability to multitask and run two or more projects at a time
Ability to stand for long periods of time with regular stretch breaks
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
What CRH Offers You
Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
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Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
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