Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Gentex Corp•Manchester, NH

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineering Technician is responsible for troubleshooting and resolving issues with mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies to ensure product quality on the manufacturing floor. This hands-on role supports equipment and fixture modification, assists in tool development, and maintains accurate manufacturing documentation. Gentex offers a robust benefit package- including, but not limited to, medical coverages, 401k, paid time off and excellent work schedules including a 9/80 work week.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
2+ years in a technician or similar hands-on role in a manufacturing/production environment. Advanced post-secondary education or training may substitute for experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in troubleshooting and repairing electro-mechanical systems, including assembly, hand soldering, and cable/wire harness work.
Proficient in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and assembly instructions
Skilled in the use of common hand and power tools, with experience in mechanical assembly, light fabrication, and modification of fixtures and enclosures.
Familiar with basic electrical test equipment (e.g., multimeters, power supplies) for troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
Strong attention to detail and quality, with the ability to work independently and manage priorities.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Basic experience with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks) or other engineering software is a plus.
Exposure to ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and document control workflows is preferred.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and root-cause analysis of production electro-mechanical assemblies and subassemblies.
Build, modify, and maintain production equipment, including custom tools, assembly aids, and test fixtures.
Support creation, editing, and processing of manufacturing documentation (e.g., work instructions, assembly drawings).
Collaborate with engineers to design and build production tooling, fixtures, and automated equipment. Execute quality assurance protocols, including IQ, OQ, and PQ.
Provide hands-on support for early prototype builds and contribute feedback to improve manufacturability.
Participate in the Return Material Authorization (RMA) process, including generation of work instructions and routings.
Support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives as needed.