Project Technician

Based in Farmington Hills, MI, this role focuses on the setup and operational verification of welding machines and tooling integration with plastic joining equipment. You will assemble, test, and troubleshoot welding equipment, integrate new and refurbished tooling into customer machines, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to host and communicate with customers.

Responsibilities

• Assemble machinery and equipment based on technical drawings and specifications.
• Conduct initial testing and commissioning of new equipment to ensure accurate operation.
• Perform detailed checks and adjustments to ensure equipment meets operational requirements and specifications.
• Fit, assemble, and make minor modifications to parts and tooling components using hand tools, mills, and other equipment to attain successful welded assemblies.
• Verify dimensions and alignment using measuring instruments such as micrometers, height gauges, and gauge blocks.
• Perform tooling/machine integration including assembly, wiring, setup, and debugging.
• Perform weld trials and customer part runs to meet customer specifications, including testing and quality measurements.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support during the commissioning phase.
• Serve as a technical resource for any issues that arise during assembly and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with all safety laws and company policies related to welding and machining operations.
• Identify and address safety hazards, implement corrective actions, and promote a culture of safety within the organization.
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor or manager.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• A minimum of 2 years of mechanical or electrical, or related technical experience.
• Ability to read and interpret basic design and layout drafting (CAD) schematics and drawings, including pneumatic and mechanical.
• Conduct Controls and PLC troubleshooting with Branson engineering assistance.
• Strong PLC controls, electrical, and mechanical skills.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience troubleshooting and repairing electro-mechanical machines and components.
• Professional customer service skills.
• Familiarity with diagnostic tools and software.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Computer literacy (MS Office, Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel, including internationally up to 20% of the time.
• Able to lift and transport materials and tools weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Technical certification or associate degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing concepts and in-depth knowledge of Ultrasonics Welding Control Circuitry troubleshooting and various product line actuators.
• Solid understanding of tools/test equipment such as Mills, Lathes, Band Saw, Grinder, Multimeter, and Load Cell.

Pay

Competitive hourly pay range of $23–$27, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

• A variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee resource groups and recognition programs.
• Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation, and holiday leave.