Engineering Technician

Grain & Protein Technologies•Assumption, IL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research & Testing Engineering Technician supports the development, validation, and continuous improvement of new and existing products at the Assumption, Illinois facility. The role works closely with product development teams and involves hands-on fabrication, assembly, testing, and evaluation. The technician partners with Engineering teams to develop, build, and evaluate product concepts; constructs prototype equipment and assemblies from engineering drawings, CAD models, and sketches; and fabricates test fixtures, tooling, and mockups for product validation. The role also supports engineers in troubleshooting design issues and implementing improvements. The technician sets up and conducts laboratory, shop, and field tests; collects and documents test data; analyzes results; and assists with root cause investigations. Fabrication work includes making components from steel, stainless steel, and aluminum, performing MIG and stick welding, and operating saws, grinders, drills, mills, lathes, and related equipment. This is a full-time position based in Assumption, Illinois, working five days per week, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent experience.
At least 3 years of fabrication, welding, manufacturing, testing, or product development experience.
Ability to read engineering drawings and CAD-generated prints.

Responsibilities

Partner with Engineering teams to develop, build, and evaluate new product concepts.
Construct prototype equipment and assemblies from engineering drawings, CAD models, and sketches.
Fabricate test fixtures, tooling, and mockups required for product validation.
Work with engineers to troubleshoot design issues and implement design improvements.
Set up and conduct lab, shop, and field tests.
Collect and document test data.
Analyze test results and assist with root cause investigations.
Fabricate components using steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
Perform MIG and stick welding.
Operate saws, grinders, drills, mills, lathes, and related equipment.