Engineering Technician - SDI - Grand Rapids

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications; verify conformance using appropriate measurement tools.
• Executes multiple project schedules and raises issues to meet project deadlines.
• Initiates and processes Engineering Change Orders (EO)/Business processes and obtains the necessary approvals.
• Support the creation and revision of Standard Work, Work Instructions, and Procedures: ensure documents reflect current practice.
• Cover product tests, interpret results, and communicate findings clearly.
• Cook prototypes of product builds with Model Shop, Production, and Suppliers: document build issues and propose practical fixes.
• Troubleshoot issues on the line (e.g., fit, form, function, test failures); escalate with clear problem statements and data.
• Track and manage samples, parts, and nonconforming material (NCMR) as required.
• Support supplier component evaluations, incoming inspections, and part qualification as needed.
• Provide on-the-floor training or guidance to operators on new processes or revisions (with engineer oversight).
• When needed, provide product technical training to key channel partners and outside sales representatives.
• Contribute to project timelines by providing accurate status updates, risks, and resource needs.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Technology or equivalent
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, torque tools; reading prints and GD&T basics. Familiarity with test setups, fixtures, and safe machine operation. Comfortable with Excel/Sheets for data logging and charting.
• Experience: 2-5 years supporting product or manufacturing engineering in a production environment (prototype to production helpful) preferred.
• Success Measures: On-time completion of assigned tasks. Timely, accurate documentation and change implementation. Positive cross-functional feedback and safety compliance.

Success Measures

• On-time completion of assigned tasks.
• Timely, accurate documentation and change implementation.
• Positive cross-functional feedback and safety compliance.

Core Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Decision Quality
• Drives Results
• Ensures Accountability
• Instills Trust
• Plans & Aligns
• Situational Adaptability
• Models Flexfab’s HEARTS Values

Working Conditions

• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods;
• Lift/push/pull;
• Fine motor skills/tasks;
• Use of PPE.

Core Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Decision Quality
• Drives Results
• Ensures Accountability
• Instills Trust
• Plans & Aligns
• Situational Adaptability
• Models Flexfab’s HEARTS Values

Success Measures

• On-time completion of assigned tasks.
• Timely, accurate documentation and change implementation.
• Positive cross-functional feedback and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Technology or equivalent
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, torque tools; reading prints and GD&T basics. Familiarity with test setups, fixtures, and safe machine operation. Comfortable with Excel/Sheets for data logging and charting.
• Experience: 2-5 years supporting product or manufacturing engineering in a production environment (prototype to production helpful) preferred.
• Success Measures: On-time completion of assigned tasks. Timely, accurate documentation and change implementation. Positive cross-functional feedback and safety compliance.

Success Measures

• On-time completion of assigned tasks.
• Timely, accurate documentation and change implementation.
• Positive cross-functional feedback and safety compliance.

Core Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Decision Quality
• Drives Results
• Ensures Accountability
• Instills Trust
• Plans & Aligns
• Situational Adaptability
• Models Flexfab’s HEARTS Values

Working Conditions

• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods;
• Lift/push/pull;
• Fine motor skills/tasks;
• Use of PPE.

Core Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Decision Quality
• Drives Results
• Ensures Accountability
• Instills Trust
• Plans & Aligns
• Situational Adaptability
• Models Flexfab’s HEARTS Values

Success Measures

• On-time completion of assigned tasks.
• Timely, accurate documentation and change implementation.
• Positive cross-functional feedback and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Technology or equivalent
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, torque tools; reading prints and GD&T basics. Familiarity with test setups, fixtures, and safe machine operation. Comfortable with Excel/Sheets for data logging and charting.
• Experience: 2-5 years supporting product or manufacturing engineering in a production environment (prototype to production helpful) preferred.
• Success Measures: On-time completion of assigned tasks. Timely, accurate documentation and change implementation. Positive cross-functional feedback and safety compliance.

Success Measures

• On-time completion of assigned tasks.
• Timely, accurate documentation and change implementation.
• Positive cross-functional feedback and safety compliance.

Core Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Decision Quality
• Drives Results
• Ensures Accountability
• Instills Trust
• Plans & Aligns
• Situational Adaptability
• Models Flexfab’s HEARTS Values

Working Conditions

• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods;
• Lift/push/pull;
• Fine motor skills/tasks;
• Use of PPE.

Core Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Decision Quality
• Drives Results
• Ensures Accountability
• Instills Trust
• Plans & Aligns
• Situational Adaptability
• Models Flexfab’s HEARTS Values

Success Measures

• On-time completion of assigned tasks.
• Timely, accurate documentation and change implementation.
• Positive cross-functional feedback and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Technology or equivalent
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, torque tools; reading prints and GD&T basics. Familiarity with test setups, fixtures, and safe machine operation. Comfortable with Excel/Sheets for data logging and charting.
• Experience: 2-5 years supporting product or manufacturing engineering in a production environment (prototype to production helpful) preferred.
• Success Measures: On-time completion of assigned tasks. Timely, accurate documentation and change implementation. Positive cross-functional feedback and safety compliance.

Success Measures

• On-time completion of assigned tasks.
• Timely, accurate documentation and change implementation.
• Positive cross-functional feedback and safety compliance.

Core Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Decision Quality
• Drives Results
• Ensures Accountability
• Instills Trust
• Plans & Aligns
• Situational Adaptability
• Models Flexfab’s HEARTS Values

Working Conditions

• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods;
• Lift/push/pull;
• Fine motor skills/tasks;
• Use of PPE.

Core Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Decision Quality
• Drives Results
• Ensures Accountability
• Instills Trust
• Plans & Aligns
• Situational Adaptability
• Models Flexfab’s HEARTS Values

Success Measures

• On-time completion of assigned tasks.
• Timely, accurate documentation and change implementation.
• Positive cross-functional feedback and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Technology or equivalent
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, torque tools; reading prints and GD&T basics. Familiarity with test setups, fixtures, and safe machine operation. Comfortable with Excel/Sheets for data logging and charting.
• Experience: 2-5 years supporting product or manufacturing engineering in a production environment (prototype to production helpful) preferred.
• Success Measures: On-time completion of assigned tasks. Timely, accurate documentation and change implementation. Positive cross-functional feedback and safety compliance.

Success Measures

• On-time completion of assigned tasks.
• Timely, accurate documentation and change implementation.
• Positive cross-functional feedback and safety compliance.

Core Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Decision Quality
• Drives Results
• Ensures Accountability
• Instills Trust
• Plans & Align