Job Summary
The Engineering Technician installs machinery and equipment in an industrial setting, performs machining operations, and oversees the work of outside contractors in various trades.
Primary Responsibilities
- Prototype and implement changes to equipment and facilities to improve performance and reliability.
- Machine, fabricate, and fasten materials using a diverse range of tools and equipment including welding equipment, lathes, mills, surface grinders, drill presses, CNC machines, and various hand tools.
- Document equipment and facilities by taking measurements, operating 3D scanning equipment, and redlining drawings to maintain an accurate record of as-built status.
- Oversee outside contractors to ensure that all work is performed according to Armtec's safety regulations.
- Track, monitor, and manage workload and provide updates as needed to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Perform pilot-scale production operations and provide feedback on effectiveness.
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, and technicians to implement and improve designs and processes.
- Maintain detailed records of experiments, results, procedures, and observations, and prepare technical reports.
- Assist engineers in developing, installing, and maintaining equipment, systems, or prototypes.
- Build, calibrate, and test mechanical, electrical, or electronic components to ensure functionality.
- Prepare materials, reagents, and samples to meet quality standards.
- Maintain and improve cleanliness of work areas.
- Conduct laboratory experiments, simulations, and tests to validate hypotheses or prototype performance.
- Use Management of Change (MOC) processes to review engineering changes for safety, quality, and production impacts.
- Install equipment and tooling, ensuring that all work is done in compliance with safety standards.
- Uphold the highest ethical standards, even when challenged from above.
- Understand and abide by Armtec's ethics and business conduct policies.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent. Vocational training is a plus. Toolmaker experience preferred.
- At least two years of proven work experience in an industrial setting.
- Proficiency in fabrication and welding.
- Familiarity with spreadsheet and word processor software.
- Ability to read technical drawings.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage workload and provide timely updates.
- Adherence to ethical and business conduct policies.
Exciting opportunity securing new business for electric motors, starter generators, and related technologies within our current and future aerospace and defense industries.
