Engineering Technician - Entry Level

Engineering Technician - Entry LevelFull Time | Chicago, IL | 28.75 / hrSeptember 14, 2026Sandbox Environmental Systems is seeking an entry level engineering technician to help build and test air pollution control systems. You will work directly with our engineering team to fabricate components, assemble prototypes, and test their performance. This is an ongoing, on-site position with a 40-hour workweek during normal weekday business hours. Pay is $28.75 per hour ($1,150 for a 40-hour week). The start date and daily schedule will be agreed upon during hiring. Employer-sponsored health insurance and retirement benefits are not currently offered.No college degree or prior professional engineering experience is required. Applicants should have some hands-on experience using tools to build, assemble, or repair things. Experience from school, technical training, apprenticeships, and military service counts.You will support our engineering team with day-to-day workshop and testing activities. Tasks may include preparing materials, fabricating parts, assembling prototypes, setting up tests, and organizing tools and equipment. Work will be assigned and guided by the engineering team, with priorities changing as projects progress.QualificationsRequiredHands-on experience building, assembling, repairing, or testing mechanical equipment through work, school, technical training, apprenticeships, or military service.Comfortable using common hand and power tools and following safe workshop practices.Ability to follow drawings and written instructions, take accurate measurements, and document work clearly.Ability to complete assigned tasks, follow direction, and ask questions when needed.Availability to work on-site in Chicago for 40 hours per week. Preferred Experience fabricating components from plastic, metal, or wood.Experience operating CNC equipment, manual mills, or lathes.Experience setting up tests, recording results, and troubleshooting mechanical systems.A degree, certificate, or apprenticeship in engineering, engineering technology, machining, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience. About Sandbox EnvironmentalSandbox Environmental Systems develops equipment to capture and control air pollution at its source. Based in Chicago, we design and manufacture our technology in-house and are expanding into new product categories.