Systems Assembly Technician

ITW

12d • $29 - $36

About The Position

MTS, a global supplier of test and simulation systems and part of ITW, is seeking a Systems Assembly Technician to assemble, configure, install, and repair MTS mechanical systems both in-house and at customer sites. The technician works from engineering and manufacturing documentation, meets quality, efficiency, and schedule standards, and supports system troubleshooting, repair, and performance improvement. The role also involves maintaining accurate records and documentation, contributing to manufacturing and repair processes, and communicating professionally with coworkers, engineers, supervisors, and customers. The employee is expected to maintain product and industry knowledge, participate in required training, and provide training as appropriate to their responsibility level.

Requirements

• Two-year certification from a college or trade school, or military training, in an applicable discipline such as mechanics, hydraulics, or electronics; alternatively, four years of applicable experience in an applicable environment.
• Five years of mechanical assembly experience applicable to MTS products.
• Ability to understand and apply hydro-mechanical technologies, including hydraulic schematics, hydraulic flow characteristics, tube and hose sizing, proper sealing characteristics, basic structural integrity, and quality and safety in designs.
• Working knowledge of MTS actuators and HPU systems.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and/or multiple sub-projects within a project.
• Ability to configure and integrate multi-level systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering, project management, and customer objectives; determine options, risks, and benefits; and decide whether to act or seek additional authority.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and configure mechanical systems according to engineering and manufacturing documentation.
• Meet quality, efficiency, and schedule standards.
• Interpret engineering documents to determine results and processes.
• Troubleshoot and repair new and customer-owned mechanical test systems.
• Disassemble systems and diagnose problems.
• Develop solutions and resolve performance issues.
• Estimate repair time and materials.
• Collaborate to maintain accurate documents and records according to MTS policies.
• Initiate corrections to BOMs, drawings, and documentation through appropriate processes and influence final documentation decisions.
• Accurately execute the non-conforming materials process.
• Develop techniques and collaborate on manufacturing and repair processes.
• Install and repair new and existing systems at customer sites.
• Act professionally and respectfully with coworkers, engineers, supervisors, and customers, and communicate effectively with them.
• Maintain knowledge and training in the industry, technology, and MTS products, and participate in required training.
• Provide training as appropriate for the level of responsibility.
• Lead small teams and coordinate multiple tasks.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• HSA/FSA with a company match.
• Income protection benefits.
• Industry-leading 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Parental leave.
• Matching gift and volunteer program.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and opportunities to give back through the ITW Hearts Giving Hope Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree