Video and Instrumentation Technician

About Exponent

Exponent

is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.
We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we’ve connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow’s solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.
Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!
Key statistics:
1,100+ Team members
950+ Consultants
640+ Ph.D.s
90+ Disciplines
30+ Offices globally
Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a

Video and Instrumentation Technician

for our Test & Engineering Center (TEC) in

Phoenix, AZ . In this role, you will work as part of a technician team with a wide range of responsibilities working with our consultants in preparing for and conducting various system, subsystem, and component-level tests.
You will be responsible for

Setting up camera equipment in a hands‑on environment for documentation of various test programs, including but not limited to automotive crash testing, sled testing, vehicle handling tests, and other test programs
Maintaining and troubleshooting camera and other photographic lab equipment and editing suite software
Scheduling personnel and equipment resources required for high‑speed, real‑time, and other equipment used for video documentation
Building cable assemblies that interface with various pieces of equipment
Specifying and evaluating new photographic test equipment required for the lab
Supporting consultant engineers by developing and creating custom camera setups required for documenting unique test setups
Serving individually or as a team technician in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities
You will have the following skills and qualifications

Associates degree in videography, electronics, or other related field with a minimum of 2 years of experience in video documentation of dynamic testing
Experience using real‑time and high‑speed video systems and associated high‑intensity lighting
Experience in Photron PV, Phantom, or other high‑speed camera control software
Experience with video editing software such as Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premier, Wondershare and Photoshop
Ability to apply experience in video documentation to achieve unique project goals through creativity and critical problem‑solving
Ability to operate common hand tools and basic electronic troubleshooting tools such as a digital voltmeter
Excellent verbal communications skills and a demonstrated dedication to quality and accuracy
Must be versatile, team‑oriented, and willing to work overtime to meet project deadlines
Knowledge (preferable) or interest in automotive systems
Additional experience such as soldering for basic cabling and electronic maintenance, welding brackets for test setups, working with data acquisition systems, experience with video tracking software and drone piloting is a plus
Benefits you will enjoy

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.
Job Locations

US-AZ-Phoenix

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