Sr Engineering Technician

Crenlo Engineered Cabs • Rochester, MN

7h • Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Engineering Technician supports Engineering by developing and
maintaining Bills of Materials (BOM), performing cost estimating, building
prototype parts and fixtures, and programming CNC press brake, lasers and
turrets. This position interprets blueprints and 3D models, optimizes
manufacturing programs, and ensures quality, safety, and production efficiency.
This role bridges engineering design and production execution through technical
expertise, programming capability, and continuous improvement support.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1–5 years related experience in engineering support, CNC programming, and manufacturing.
• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend work instructions and technical documentation.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and convert metric and standard units.
• Ability to apply sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with detailed written and oral instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus.
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professionalism and adaptability in a manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Robotics, Manufacturing Technology, or related field preferred.
• Experience with Pro-E, AutoCAD, or equivalent drawing software preferred.
• Experience with CNC press brake or robotic welding programming preferred.
• Preferred Software Experience (Not Required): Bysoft, Ncell, Radan, and Press Brake / Boost TruTops software experience.

Responsibilities

• Attends work during scheduled hours and maintains consistent attendance.
• Receives and interprets prints, 3D models, work orders, and engineering parameters.
• Develops and maintains Bills of Materials (BOM) including cost estimation and tool identification.
• Maintains fixture and tool identification systems and supports production tool tracking.
• Programs CNC press brake equipment, laser, and turrets to manufacture parts from blueprints and models.
• Loads, edits, tests, and optimizes programs based on in-process inspections.
• Assists machinery operators to verify program specifications and production quality.
• Inspects finished products for completeness and conformance to quality standards.
• Converts metric and standard measurements as required.
• Checks own work against documented requirements to ensure accuracy.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving measures.
• Follows all company safety policies, procedures, and JSEA requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Crenlo offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
• In addition to paid time-off and paid holidays, employees are offered participation in the company 401K with match.
• Regular fulltime employees working 30 hours or more hours per week will be eligible to enroll on the 1st of the month after hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED