The Engineering Tech performs complex engineering tests, checkouts, and development engineering tasks. The role analyzes test results, implements changes to resolve problems, collects and evaluates data, and develops procedures. It reviews project instructions and blueprints to identify test specifications, objectives, equipment, technical problems, and possible solutions, including redesigning parts, substituting materials, or rearranging components. The position devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components and assemblies. It sets up and conducts operational tests of complete units and components for design investigation, development, standardization, quality control, and problem resolution. The technician evaluates results against design or rated specifications, adjusts equipment as needed, and records procedures, data, results, and recommendations. The role also maintains software, documentation, and equipment to current revisions or operational specifications; assists engineers with hardware and software used to test customer products; and trains technicians and operators. Depending on the position, specialized responsibilities may include helping develop and deliver customer presentations, interfacing with customers, partnering with engineers on third-party developments, organizing specifications, schematics, and procedures, and conducting tests to customer requirements. The role typically requires an associate degree, military training, equivalent vocational training, or equivalent experience, and typically eight years of related experience. A technical high school degree is listed under certificates, licenses, and registrations. The position requires advanced technical skills and broad knowledge of functional techniques, with the ability to train or guide others, contribute to process improvement, and apply new technologies. It requires little to no instruction or supervision and may involve directing other employees or functioning as a working supervisor. The employee may make recommendations or decisions for a team that affect other teams. The work environment may include occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, repetitive-motion work, toxic or caustic chemicals, and electrical-shock risk. The role regularly involves handling small components, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, and hearing; frequently standing, walking, and sitting; and occasionally climbing or balancing. Regular lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds is required. Close vision, color vision, and depth perception are also required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree