Manufacturing Engineering Technician (New Ulm)

About the role

Windings, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned company, contributing to your retirement at no cost. We build custom motors and components for various demanding environments, and are seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Engineering and Production to improve manufacturing processes, quality, workflow, and efficiency
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and help identify root causes and practical solutions
• Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, forms, and engineering changes
• Use SolidWorks to document components, tooling, and fixtures
• Support capital equipment projects, implementation, and employee training
• Aid in development builds, testing, inspection, and experimentation
• Develop bills of materials (BOMs) and manufacturing routes
• Gather technical data and support engineering reviews
• Assist with failure analysis and the rework or repair of nonconforming product
• Collaborate with teams across Windings to improve safety, quality, cost, and manufacturing performance

Requirements

• 2-year degree in a technical field or equivalent industrial/technical experience
• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, electrical, or electronics environment
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude
• Ability to troubleshoot problems using a systematic, hands-on approach
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Experience with SolidWorks is a plus
• Familiarity with manufacturing tools such as SPC, process capability, Gage R&R, or DOE
• Electric motor or generator manufacturing experience is a bonus

Qualifications

• Physical requirements include sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, using hands and fingers, lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, walking, close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus
• The work environment is usually moderate noise level, occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and occasional lifting and moving up to 10 pounds

Skills

• Hands-on problem-solving skills
• Technical aptitude and proficiency with tools like SolidWorks
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Attention to detail and quality control

Benefits

• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, disability, life)
• Paid time off
• Flexible work environment
• Education reimbursement

Pay

Hiring Range: $25 - $35 per hour DOQ

Schedule

Not specified

Benefits

• 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP)
• Meaningful retirement contributions
• Work tied to high-performance, high-reliability industries
• AS9100-certified quality environment
• Stable company with 60+ years of success
• Opportunity to grow technical and business skills