Engineering Technician

About the role

The Engineering Technician builds and tests complex mechanical and electrical systems in a cleanroom environment, supporting process improvements, engineering testing, lean initiatives, and quality enhancements. This role plays a key part in manufacturing advanced semiconductor-related systems, contributing to product development, pilot production, and the transition to volume manufacturing while serving as a technical reference for the production team.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, and test complex mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical systems in accordance with established specifications and procedures.
• Manufacture and deliver high-level, complex systems while ensuring quality standards are met throughout assembly and test.
• Observe, identify, and report recurring or ongoing product construction and operational issues, and actively support the resolution of these problems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of products and processes, including quality improvements, lean initiatives, and engineering-driven changes.
• Troubleshoot technical issues that arise during assembly and test, using test equipment, schematics, and hands-on diagnostic techniques.
• Serve as a reference source for problem solving in your area of expertise and set a positive example for other team members.
• Oversee the full process from assembly through testing, ensuring all steps are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Actively participate in pilot production activities and support the smooth transition from prototype and pilot builds to volume production.
• Develop, review, and improve technical product documentation (TPD), processes, records, and other relevant production documentation.
• Coordinate activities based on the production plan and monitor actual progress on the floor to ensure schedules and targets are met.
• Closely control the use of tools, materials, and equipment to maintain efficiency, safety, and cleanliness in the cleanroom environment.
• Perform inspections, testing, and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and electronic components and assemblies.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to guide assembly, wiring, and testing activities.
• Use hand tools, test equipment, and computer systems to perform assembly, repair, inspection, and documentation tasks.
• Support process improvement initiatives, including lean manufacturing projects such as 5S, Kaizen, and value stream mapping when applicable.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical assembly and testing skills with strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to work on complex systems.
• Electrical and electro-mechanical skills, including wiring, electronics, and basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings for mechanical and electrical assemblies.
• Experience using hand tools and test equipment for assembly, inspection, repair, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in testing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems in a production or laboratory environment.
• Demonstrated mechanical inclination and comfort working with tools, assemblies, and precision components.
• Manufacturing internship or co-op experience in an engineering, manufacturing, or technical environment.
• Education such as a diploma, certification, associate or bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Chemical, or a related technical field, or equivalent manufacturing/technical experience (degree preferred but not required).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Lean manufacturing training, such as Introduction to Lean, 5S, Kaizen, or Value Stream Mapping (VSM), is preferred.
• Experience supporting process improvements, engineering testing, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with prototype builds and pilot production processes in a high-tech or semiconductor-related environment.
• Ability to understand the correlation between individual modules and complete systems, including interactions with other subsystems.
• Experience in cleanroom operations, including adherence to contamination control and safety protocols.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to share expertise and collaborate across departments.

Work Environment

This position operates in a high-tech cleanroom environment within the semiconductor industry, working on complex mechanical and electrical systems. The role follows a compressed workweek (CWW) schedule with 12-hour shifts. Day shifts (D1 and D2) run from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and night shifts (N1 and N2) run from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., with specific rotations that include every other Wednesday for days and every other Saturday for nights. New hires complete approximately two weeks of training and orientation on a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. before transitioning to the CWW schedule. Day shifts offer a base pay rate with daily overtime for the 12-hour shift, while night shifts include a 15% shift premium plus daily overtime. The environment emphasizes cleanliness, safety, and precision, with controlled use of tools, materials, and equipment. Team members typically wear cleanroom-appropriate attire and follow strict procedural and documentation standards.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $24.00 – $26.00/hr. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

This is a fully onsite position in Wilton, CT. The role follows a compressed workweek schedule with 12-hour shifts and includes shift premiums for night shifts.