Manufacturing Engineering Technician III

NextDeavor offers health, vision and dental benefits for contract employees, paid sick leave eligibility contingent on state of residence, and an optional 401k Plan (without employer match). There is potential for extended or permanent full-time employment.

About the role

You will help improve manufacturing capabilities and fabrication processes to support production growth and new product introductions. This is an onsite, hands-on engineering and fabrication role on 1st shift (Monday–Friday; multiple start times available).

Responsibilities

• Select, build, fabricate, and order parts and tooling from concept through completion
• Create, upgrade, monitor, and maintain complex production tools, equipment, and limited infrastructure
• Develop new engineering solutions to improve manufacture of new and existing products
• Use existing procedures to diagnose and solve standard problems; analyze information to make judgments
• Participate in manufacturing and development work for new and existing products
• Create and improve processes, equipment, and tooling to impact operational growth
• Support facilities and equipment maintenance functions as needed
• Work within standardized procedures, requirements, and safety policies to meet objectives and deadlines
• Maintain regular, consistent, and punctual attendance; may work nights, weekends, variable schedules, or additional hours as necessary

Requirements

• Advanced fabrication and assembly skills, including MIG/TIG welding, sheet metal, pneumatic systems, and test equipment
• Advanced knowledge of industrial systems: electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, and high-pressure compressed gas
• Ability to identify problems, formulate solutions, and execute them independently
• Highly motivated with the ability to create and maintain project timelines, priorities, and goals
• Able to read, follow, and create documents, schematics, and blueprints
• Excellent systematic, disciplined, and analytical problem-solving skills
• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Secondary Certificate/High School Diploma or equivalent; vocational training, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience (Non-Negotiable)

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD tools
• Experience serving as a role model by promoting new ideas and positive change

Pay

$32.00 - $40.00/hour