Mechatronics Technician Trainee

Position Summary

The Mechatronics Technician Trainee is an entry-level production position where successful candidates will participate in the Core Mechatronics Career Development Program. This (fully paid) on-the-job training program will align your skills with a career path customized to your strengths and interests. Participants will work within the Core Mechatronics Production department. For highly motivated individuals with a strong desire to learn, this is an excellent opportunity to launch or transition into a hands-on technical career.

What will your day look like?

• Participate in a structured training program intended to provide the skills necessary to become an expert in the precision manufacturing industry under the guidance of experienced training and leadership staff.
• Integrate theory with practical hands-on skills through written training material and direct coaching from leadership.
• Read wiring and assembly drawings to determine product requirements.
• Master industry required skills such as precision measurement, alignments, and advanced troubleshooting.
• Assemble and test complex, high precision mechanical and electrical components using a variety of testing, measurement equipment and software.
• Assemble/Wire/Test precision motion systems.
• Operate additive manufacturing (3D printing) equipment in the production of Aerotech parts.
• Attend and actively contribute to bi-weekly progress meetings to engage in feedback exchange with training personnel.

What will separate you from the rest?

• Strong mechanical and/or electrical aptitude
• Strong drive to continually advance your career
• Experience with hand tools such as wrenches, hex keys, torque wrenches, screwdrivers, flat stones and pliers
• Able to read and interpret assembly drawings and schematics
• Effective computer literacy and use of software, such as an ERP system
• Troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Participation in a technical education program preferred, but not required

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Bi-annual bonus
• Annual raise eligibility
• UPMC Health Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retail Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Trust
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Monday to Friday standard schedule
• Optional overtime - including Saturdays
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Company Information

• Must be authorized to work in the US currently and in the future without employer sponsorship.
• The Company is collecting the information requested in this employment application for purposes of evaluating your suitability for hire by the Company. The Company will share the information that you provide in this employment application only with Company management officials who are involved in the hiring process or who are otherwise involved in making employment-related decisions on behalf of the Company.
• We utilize ADMT for initial screening purposes through automated "knockout questions" to determine if a candidate meets the minimum mandatory requirements for a role.
• You have the right to opt-out of ADMT by applying using the following link: General Application without ADMT