Senior Engineering Technician

Responsibilities

• Fabricate piece parts to print using shop equipment: mill, lathe, welders, metal forming tools, hand tools, etc.
• Own the assembly and commissioning of test rigs and production builds.
• Perform troubleshooting and root cause investigation of mechanical, electrical, thermal, and pneumatic issues.
• Partner and collaborate with engineers to develop solutions and improvements for hardware design, fabrication, and assembly.
• Abide by a high level of operational standards regarding safety, reliability, and cleanliness.
• Perform other tasks as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
• 5+ years of fabrication or assembly work experience.
• Positive attitude and able to work well on a team.
• Able to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Able to stay organized and strong attention to detail.
• Able to use traditional inspection tools for the inspection of parts and assemblies.
• Able to read mechanical drawings and interpret tolerances.
• Able to read and interpret fluid or electrical schematics.
• Experienced in manufacturing with the use of machine tools, saws, grinders etc.
• Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Able to work in outdoor environments as needed.
• Able to work at elevated heights occasionally (scissor lifts, ladders, etc.).
• Able to travel on occasion for offsite support.

Qualifications

• Experience operating and working with high pressure and temperature systems.
• Experience with MIG and TIG welding.
• Experience with CNC programming and manual machine operation.
• Experience with GD&T interpretation preferred.
• Knowledge/experience working with electrical components and high voltage systems.
• Experience operating safely in shop environments.
• Experience lifting, rigging, and preparing for heavy crane operations of complicated parts.
• Proficient computer skills; comfortable with using email and the Microsoft Office suite.