Engineering Technician
About The Position
Colt Electro Optics (Colt Optics), a division of Colt CZ Group North America, is looking for an Engineering Technician. Located in Traverse City, Michigan, Colt Optics is a global supplier of electro-optics, magnified optics, night vision systems and other weapons, accessories and enablers. Job Summary The Engineering Technician supports both the engineering and manufacturing teams in the development, assembly, and continuous improvement of firearm optics products. This role serves as a critical bridge between engineering and production, contributing to both day-to-day manufacturing and new product development activities.
Requirements
- Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent hands-on experience
- Experience in manufacturing, assembly, or engineering support role
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions
- Willingness to learn new tools, systems, and processes
Nice To Haves
- Experience with SolidWorks or willingness to learn
- Familiarity with prototype development and testing
- Experience supporting manufacturing or process engineering activities
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
- Experience with ERP systems (Epicor is a plus)
Responsibilities
- Assemble products as part of the production team while supporting engineering initiatives
- Build and test prototypes for new product development
- Assist in the development, creation, and updating of work instructions
- Support production troubleshooting and root cause analysis activities
- Assist with equipment setup, changeover, and process validation activities
- Collaborate with engineering to improve manufacturing processes and product quality
- Participating in continuous improvement initiatives
- Rotate across assembly stations as part of a cross-functional team
- Perform work in accordance with cleanroom standards, including gloves, gowns, and contamination control
- Conform to and maintain ESD control requirements
- Utilize inspection tools, including microscopes, where required
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
