Engineering Technician - 1st Shift presso None

Job Summary: Provide technical support to Engineers in the form of drafting/CAD modeling, process support, fixture/prototype builds, and packaging documentation. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Provide CAD support to Engineering: update drawings/models, internal electronic documents, etc.
• Learn and Execute offline programming support for Punch, Press Brake, Panel Bender and/or Laser; desirable
• Update manufacturing documents including storyboards, work instructions, packaging instructions, etc.
• Create/design basic fixtures & jigs, tooling, prototype components, etc. as needed for manufacturing
• Provide manufacturing process support via Machine/Tooling setup, WI creation/validation, data collection, 3D printed parts, etc
• Actively work with Engineers and Production to define and carry-out improvements in work stations/processes.
• Maintain accurate and current documentation of tooling inventories and other department records.
• Adhere to engineering standards, specifications, and practices. 
• Communicate effectively with employees and management to insure that all are informed as necessary to ensure that products are completed successfully.
• Ability to develop and maintain rapport with employees to ensure that projects are completed as smoothly and effectively as possible.
• Provide information and training to others as necessary to ensure that the most accurate information is available to other employees as needed.
• Creates a climate in which plant personnel are motivated to develop their skills and abilities commensurate with customer and company goals.
• Assemble job router packets as required.
• Create sample/low volume parts/assemblies, as required
• Participate in special projects and carry out other duties as assigned

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: 

• CAD experience, preferably in SolidWorks
• Excellent blueprint reading ability (including Weld symbols & GD&T)
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exposure to Lean manufacturing
• Basic skills in using metal fabrication tools
• Experience utilizing: Press Brakes, Panel Benders, CNCs, welding equipment, etc; preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with all levels of the organization
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in Excel, Word, and Power Point
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Team Player
• Detail oriented

Education and Experience: 

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Associates degree (AAS) in Drafting, Manufacturing, or Engineering Technology from a two-year college or technical school and one-year related experience and/or training
• Electro-mechanical experience a plus.

Physical and Mental Demands:  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The noise level is moderate to high. Frequently lifts and/or move up to 50 pounds and be able to handle larger sized items.