Engineering Technician

SUMMARY

The Engineering Technician performs activities required to support, monitor, troubleshoot and improve manufacturing processes and products.  They are also responsible to supporting process and new product development through validating processes prior to production and supporting training of manufacturing on new products and processes. 

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provides technical support and oversight to production in order to meet quality, cost, and on-time delivery goals
• Resolves production issues using root cause analysis and establishing corrective actions
• Builds, tests and evaluates engineering samples and prototypes
• Utilizes lean manufacturing tools to improve quality and reduce waste (Standard work, 5S, Flow, Kanban systems etc.)
• Participates in continuous improvement activities related to production processes
• Participates in sustaining engineering activities (process and router updates)
• Oversees new product introductions to validate new manufacturing processes
• May perform technical training for specific tasks and require associated certifications (ex.  J-STD-001 etc.)
• Develops, maintains and updates work instructions and other related documentation
• Ability and willingness to work overtime when necessary to meet business needs

 

*Other duties as required in support of the department and the company*

 

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities of this role do not include supervising other employees; however, Engineering Technician positions offer opportunities for career advancement.

 

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Degree or Certificate in Electronics or equivalent preferred 

 

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English

 

JOB SKILLS

• Manufacturing experience in a custom make to order environment
• Excellent problem-solving skills – able to identify and analyze data and resolve problems in a timely manner. Develops alternative solutions to problems and corrective actions.
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma Tools
• Excellent oral and written communications skills – able to explain complex operations and methods clearly and concisely.  Technical writing experience preferred.
• Able to participate in and advise cross functional project teams
• Formal Problem-Solving Training (RCA, PDCA, 8D, etc.) preferred
• Experience with ERP system preferred
• Co-operates with others and treats all with respect
• Accepts responsibility for own actions. Willingly accepts feedback from others

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

As part of their job duties, the employee must sit for lengthy periods while frequently using their hands to handle objects and communicate verbally. Additionally, they may need to stand, walk, reach, and occasionally lift objects weighing up to twenty (20) pounds. This role requires specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. According to ADA regulations, reasonable accommodation will be provided to ensure that individuals with disabilities can perform the job's essential functions.

 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

• ASTM F–2412–2005, ANSI Z41–1999, or ANSI Z41–1991 rated safety toe shoes in specific areas
• Clear ANSI Z87.1 safety-rated glasses in specific areas
• Hearing protection in specific locations
• Ability to compile with JSA in specific areas

 

EXPORT COMPLIANCE DISCLAIMER

This position includes access or potential access to ITAR and EAR (Export Administration Regulations) technical data. Therefore, candidates must qualify as US Persons, defined as US Citizens or Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders).

 

TRAVEL

Up to 5% travel may be required for this position