Assists engineers with designs, and creates, tests, and manufactures machinery, consumer products, and other equipment
Applies knowledge of engineering technology under direction of engineering and scientific staff
Assists in product tests
Makes sketches and rough layouts, records data, makes computations, analyzes results, and writes reports
Prepares layouts and drawings of the assembly process and of parts to be manufactured
Estimates labor costs, equipment life, and plant space
Reviews project instructions and blueprints to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, test equipment, nature of technical problem, and possible solutions
Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies and products
Sets up and conducts tests of complete units and components under operational conditions
Records test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or test method.

High degree of technical, hands-on ability with complex assemblies and components
Ability to read and understand assembly prints
Familiar with MS Office and related products
Must be able to manage time effectively
Ability to use some machine tools like milling, metal lathe, and other equipment
HS graduate or equivalent
AA degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience preferred
1+ years of experience, preferably supporting manufacturing environment

Engineering Technician

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