Engineering Technician – (Mechanical Emphasis)

O.C. Tanner•Salt Lake City, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

O.C. Tanner is seeking an Engineering Technician with a Mechanical Emphasis to join their team. This role will focus on designing and building production jigs and fixturing, and assisting engineers with machine design, building, and troubleshooting. The technician will collaborate with a cross-functional team to support manufacturing and contribute to the design, analysis, testing, and improvement of mechanical systems. O.C. Tanner is a global leader in software and services that enhance workplace culture through employee experiences, with a global team of 1,500 people from diverse backgrounds.

Requirements

Basic SolidWorks.
Project Planning and execution using software such as Asana, Monday, or Microsoft Project.
Understand and be familiar with common hardware and Machine components.
Mechanical systems troubleshooting and analysis experience to resolve problems.
Able to work with vendors, manufacturing personnel, and the engineering group as a collaborative team member.
Able to receive and provide input about improvements to machine designs.
Support the Maintenance Department to coordinate and prioritize effective maintenance of equipment and facilities.
Collaborate on preventative maintenance programs and control of maintenance costs.
Collaborate with others to promote a positive workplace culture.
Strong organization and project management skills.
Excellent communication and problem solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Strong understanding of mechanical principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
Strong Work Ethic.

Nice To Haves

Basic SolidWorks experience
3D printing
Basic MasterCam experience
Basic CNC machining experience
Hands-on prototyping or shop experience
Prefer experience in areas listed above
Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills

Responsibilities

Assist engineers in the design of mechanical components, assemblies, and systems.
Design and build jigs and fixturing for production.
Assist in the development of prototypes, run tests, and help iterate designs based on performance data.
Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure reliable equipment design and reduced down time.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and root-cause investigations.
Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and safety requirements.
Mentor and train Maintenance Technicians on maintaining machines and mechanical systems.
Other duties as assigned.