Engineering Technician

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Performs complex tasks required to design, repair and modify new or existing equipment. Evaluates, develops and tests equipment functionality for desired assembly or test purposes.
Uses advanced knowledge of various industrial programing software platforms to commission, develop, implement and repair systems such as Siemens PLC & HMI, Fanuc robotics, Festo servos, Safety PLC systems, Vision systems, DC drivers and leak testers. Updates, backs-up and restores software as needed.
Examines machine components to detect imperfections. Inspects questionable components to determine changes in dimensional requirements as shown on drawings, blueprints and/or documentation.
Adjusts and/or install special functional parts of machines, devices and control instruments. Repairs or replaces defective parts.
Acts in a supervisory role with lower level technicians, setting priorities and providing training.
May work in collaboration with local and international engineering teams.
Provide project cost and time line analysis in detailed written format, tracks project costs and timelines.
Completes work in compliance with ISO 14001 and 9000, forklift training, and other safety training courses as needed.
Suggests and implements equipment improvements to increase operational efficiency.
Must be available for emergency service during off hours.
All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
7+ years related experience.
Maintains appropriate level of technical and professional skills by attending training classes, seminars, exhibits, and tradeshows as needed.
All work affecting product quality shall be competent on the basis of appropriate education, training, skills, and experience.
Advanced knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, maintenance and equipment design and integration.
Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic blueprints, drawings, and documentation.
Advanced training in PLC/HMI, motion control and robots, able to program in S7 Graph, LAD and CSF.