Mechanical Engineering Technician I
About The Position
Contribute to the development of basic solutions, in accordance with defined engineering procedures or guidelines under the supervision of an engineer or experienced technician. Learning to utilize job specific components/tools/standards. Document prototype construction, build/test results, etc. and maintain engineering records. Assemble and deliver basic solutions and other related components. Provide project estimates (i.e. labor, materials, schedule, etc.). Accurate time logging and recordkeeping according to documented procedures. Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operation, and World Class Manufacturing. Understand. Create. Simplify. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Two-year technical degree or the equivalent combination of training and relevant work experience.
- Demonstrated technical competence for ALL of the "core curriculum": CAD modeling (CSWA level) & Dimensioning Standards, Drawing & schematic interpretation, Mathematics (Geometry, Trigonometry, College algebra), Applied Physics, Technical Writing
- Demonstrable technical competence in 2+ of the following pathways: Design: Machine component, sheet metal, plastic injection molding, rapid prototyping, tolerance analysis, metrology, material/surface finish selection; Stress: Statics, Mechanics of Materials, stress analysis; Thermal: Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer; Automation: Robotics, circuits, programming, machine vision, debugging; Machining/Fabrication: Metal forming, cutting/machining, finishing, joining processes, metrology; Testing: Engineering testing & instrumentation, troubleshooting, statistics
- Typically, 2+ years in a technical/manufacturing support role involving: Electronics Manufacturing, Product Assembly, Cables & Harness Assembly, Electrical Wiring, Product Testing, Pneumatics, Motor control, Automation, or Hydraulics.
- Basic use of MS Office apps
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
- Strong written & verbal communication skills.
- Background check results satisfactory to SEL.
- Negative drug test result(s).
Nice To Haves
- Proficient use of project management and documentation tools, such as Confluence, and JIRA
- Basic computer programming experience (PLC, Python, PolyScript, VBA, etc.)
- Building experience identifying and troubleshooting basic process and development problems, verifying adherence to product/process specifications.
- Familiar with/learning the scientific method.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the development of basic solutions, in accordance with defined engineering procedures or guidelines under the supervision of an engineer or experienced technician.
- Learn to utilize job specific components/tools/standards.
- Document prototype construction, build/test results, etc. and maintain engineering records.
- Assemble and deliver basic solutions and other related components.
- Provide project estimates (i.e. labor, materials, schedule, etc.).
- Accurate time logging and recordkeeping according to documented procedures.
- Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operation, and World Class Manufacturing.
- Understand. Create. Simplify.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Superior benefits
- Inspiring work
- 100% employee owned
- Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
- Top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 10 paid holidays
- Annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days
- 9 paid sick days
- Paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
- STEM courses
- Apprenticeships
- Tuition assistance
- Engineering development programs
- Wellness benefits
- Fertility benefits
- Adoption benefits
- Flexible spending benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
