Electro-Mechanical Technician II

Barry-Wehmiller•Eden Prairie, MN

About The Position

POSITION: Electro-Mechanical Technician II JOB PROFILE: 200581 REPORTS TO: Operations Manager DEPARTMENT: Operations Alpine Laser, a division of Machine Solutions, specializes in precision laser processing workstations (such as the Medicut PRO Series) for medical device manufacturing. This includes laser tube cutting, micromachining, ablation, drilling, welding, and related processes for components like stents, hypotubes, catheters, and other interventional devices. We offer an excellent opportunity for highly motivated individuals in a fast-paced, innovative medical technology organization. GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB: The Electro-Mechanical Technician II is responsible for the assembly, integration, and testing of complex mechanical and electromechanical laser workstations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring systems are built to specification, meet quality standards, and are ready for internal testing and customer delivery.

Requirements

Associate degree or certificate from a technical or vocational program in electromechanical technology, industrial maintenance, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent hands-on experience will be considered in lieu of formal education.
3–5+ years of relevant hands-on experience building or assembling machines in a manufacturing environment is required.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical drawings, customer specifications, professional journals, application reports, or governmental regulations (e.g., FDA/ISO standards).
Ability to write clear technical reports, application summaries, business correspondence, and procedure documentation.
Ability to present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, sales teams, and customers.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as geometry, trigonometry, tolerances, and statistical analysis for process validation.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations (e.g., part measurements, process parameter optimization).
With or without reasonable accommodation, the role requires frequent standing, sitting, talking, hearing, using hands to handle/feel/reach, crouching, kneeling, crawling, and occasional stooping.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Vision requirements include ability to adjust focus and identify/distinguish colors (critical for part inspection and laser alignment/safety).
Time spent in a lab/manufacturing setting with laser equipment, moving mechanical parts, and moderate noise levels (e.g., equipment operation, computers).
Valid US Passport and willingness/desire to travel domestically and internationally.
General understanding of electrical control systems, AC/DC power, and basic machine safety.
Strong problem-solving skills and customer-service orientation in a regulated medtech environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in medtech or machine manufacturing is highly preferred.
Proficiency with CAD/CAM tools (CAGILA experience preferred; others like SolidWorks or similar acceptable).

Responsibilities

Assemble mechanical and electromechanical systems, including frames, motion systems, tooling, and fixturing
Integrate pre-built electrical control panels into machine systems and complete all system-level wiring and connections
Route, terminate, and label electrical wiring, cables, and pneumatic lines with a high level of precision and organization
Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, bills of materials, and assembly instructions
Perform system-level testing, troubleshooting, and debugging of mechanical and electrical assemblies
Collaborate with engineering and applications teams to resolve build issues and improve system designs
Maintain accurate build records and documentation throughout the assembly process
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to assembly processes, quality, and efficiency
Assist with panel building and other manufacturing tasks as needed
Ad-hoc projects as assigned