Industrial Engineering Technician

DuraServ Corp•Wooster, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Engineering Technician supports research and development activities, electromechanical maintenance of equipment and facilities, mechanical drafting, and CNC programming. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this role works with production and engineering teams to resolve problems safely and quickly, keep factory assets operating efficiently, troubleshoot root causes of equipment downtime, and support preventive maintenance. The position also supports R&D test setups and data gathering; interprets blueprints and GD&T specifications; selects tooling; writes, develops, loads, and proves CNC programs; troubleshoots program issues; and improves machining processes. The technician creates manufacturing drawings and models, including GD&T and bill-of-materials information, and assists with migrating 2D drawings and layouts into a 3D environment. The role provides engineering support and recommendations for capital appropriations and project completion. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. The job description notes that duties may change or be assigned as needed, and that reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.
At least 5 years of manufacturing experience supporting engineering and operations in a LEAN environment, including maintenance and troubleshooting of complex mechanical equipment, CNC equipment, electrical systems, and automation systems.
Experience troubleshooting and performing repairs (AM and PM) on production and facilities equipment.
Prior experience managing multiple projects and priorities.
Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical systems and electrical/electronic circuits for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automated and CNC equipment.
Skill working with PLCs, including reading ladder logic, making basic program adjustments, and supporting machine controls.
Ability to interpret blueprints, GD&T specifications, and tooling requirements.
Ability to review and verify manufacturing drawings for fit, function, accuracy, and completeness.
Ability to apply mechanical aptitude, reasoning, problem-solving, interpersonal communication, and initiative to work independently and support project completion.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree.
Skill in CNC programming, including G-code and M-code, and CAM software.
Knowledge and skill in CAD software and mechanical drafting.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with production and engineering to solve problems and implement solutions quickly and safely so factory assets operate efficiently.
Repair, replace, and install industrial electrical and mechanical components, including sensors, actuators, transformers, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, electric eyes, conduit systems, switches, wiring, belts, and valves.
Troubleshoot and maintain industrial electrical equipment and automation-system hardware, including PLCs; read ladder logic and make basic PLC program adjustments related to inputs, outputs, tags, sensors, and buttons.
Use mechanical and electrical tools, diagnostic instruments such as meters, electrical diagrams and schematics, CMMS, and other digital tools to work safely and efficiently.
Model electrical safety; share electrical and mechanical expertise to train team members; and perform basic rigging, mechanical practices, and welding in an industrial environment.
Interpret blueprints, select tooling, and write, develop, and prove out CNC programs to achieve required geometry in accordance with GD&T specifications, material properties, and desired finish.
Troubleshoot CNC programming issues and improve machining processes to reduce cycle time and improve tool life.
Maintain accurate records of CNC programs, setups, and process changes.
Create manufacturing drawings of assemblies and models, including GD&T and bill-of-materials information.
Interpret 2D drawings and layouts for migration into a 3D environment.
Support the engineering team with recommendations for capital appropriations and project completion.