Engineering Lab Technician

Nidec•Saint Louis, MO

About The Position

The Lab Engineering Technician is a hands-on technical role that independently performs moderately complex to complex engineering work, interprets engineering documentation, and helps resolve non-routine technical issues. The technician supports engineering tests, experiments, development activities, design validation, process development, and product sustainment. Success requires reliable execution, accurate documentation, effective identification of problems, and meaningful contributions to engineering outcomes. The role uses test equipment, instrumentation, and measurement tools to collect and analyze data; supports troubleshooting and root-cause investigations; and helps maintain laboratory equipment and workspaces. The technician collaborates with engineers and cross-functional teams, communicates findings and recommendations, and may provide informal technical guidance to Engineering Technician I and II employees. Domestic and international travel of up to 10% is required. English is required.

Requirements

Advanced working knowledge of technical practices related to testing, assembly, and troubleshooting.
Ability to independently execute complex technical tasks with limited supervision.
Strong proficiency with test equipment, instrumentation, and measurement tools.
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills applied to non-routine technical issues.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and procedures.
Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers and technical teams.
Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
English language proficiency.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 10%.

Responsibilities

Independently support complex engineering tests, experiments, and development activities.
Build, modify, assemble, and troubleshoot prototypes, test fixtures, and engineering equipment.
Perform non-routine technical tasks that require interpreting drawings, procedures, or specifications.
Provide hands-on support for design validation, process development, and product sustainment initiatives.
Operate advanced test equipment, instrumentation, and measurement tools with minimal direction.
Collect, verify, analyze, and summarize test and engineering data.
Identify abnormalities, trends, or failures and collaborate with engineers to resolve issues.
Support root-cause investigations and implementation of corrective actions.
Set up, maintain, and perform advanced troubleshooting of test fixtures and laboratory equipment.
Coordinate maintenance, calibration, or repair of engineering equipment as needed.
Keep workspaces, tools, and equipment safe, organized, and production-ready.
Ensure work complies with safety requirements, engineering procedures, and quality standards.
Develop and maintain accurate technical documentation, logs, and test records.
Support audits, reviews, or assessments related to engineering activities.
Work with engineers and cross-functional teams to support project objectives.
Communicate technical findings, observations, and recommendations clearly.
Provide informal mentoring or technical guidance to Engineering Technician I and II employees.