Mechatronic Product Technician

About Us:

We are committed to finding smart solutions that enable an intelligent and seamless world. Our success as a world-class leader in technology has evolved from humble beginnings. In 1896, the enterprising father and son team of A.J. and George A. Briggs partnered with S.A. Buffington, a Chicago lawyer, to establish Chicago Telephone Supply Company (later to become CTS).

Today, CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of sensors, actuators, and electronic components for suppliers and original equipment manufacturers. We have over 20 locations in 12 countries and more than 3,500 employees. Our innovative sensing, connectivity, and motion solutions offer a diverse range of products across diversified end markets including transportation, medical, aerospace and defense, and industrial. We are at the forefront of supporting innovating life-changing technology, focusing on quality to keep people safe, healthy, and happy.

Position Summary

This position is an important member of a multi-disciplinary team and provides new product development and project launch support. The position provides core technical support to build prototypes or evaluate tested products and also provides skilled support to the electrical engineering design and product validation teams where needed.

Key Responsibilities

· Build prototypes and document results per engineering direction for internal or customer testing.

· Evaluate post-test or engineering return products, generate teardown reports for the engineering team.

· Participate in product failure analysis and corrective action planning.

· Perform incoming inspection on prototype components, and manage on-site prototype inventory through the PC/MRP system.

· Assist with benchmarking and analysis of competitive products/technologies.

· Works with the product team to ensure product design and performance compliance with CTS, regulatory, and customer specifications.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Electrical circuit analysis skills required which include the ability to read electrical schematics, perform basic DC circuit calculations and use standard lab equipment (Volt/Ohm meters, Power supplies, and Oscilloscopes).

· Experience with ECAD software is a plus (Altium or other).

· Understanding of cause-and-effect relationships that will provide the skill to identify and solve problems using tools such as FTA, 8-D, 5-why analysis, etc.

· Ability to use Microsoft office required.

· Self-motivated and results orientated, proactive with outstanding planning and follow up skills.

· Capable of managing and prioritizing multiple projects/tasks.

· Able to communicate and write effectively resulting in a clear understanding of the issues.

· Experience with hand-soldering including surface mount components preferred.

· Strong mechanical skills preferred.

Required Qualifications

· Engineering Technology degree required (AS or BS), EET degree strongly preferred.

Join Us

At CTS, one of the ways we recognize the value of our employees is through our comprehensive benefits program. Highlights of our benefits program for full-time employees include:

· Health Benefits

· 401K

· Paid Time Off

· Holiday Pay

· Employee Assistance Program

· Paid Parental Leave

· Pet Insurance

· Tuition Reimbursement

Ready to shape the future? Apply now to join a world leader in sensing and connectivity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.78 - $28.25 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• electrical circuit analysis: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Elkhart, IN 46514 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $28