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Manufacturing Engineering Technician

METER Group
Pullman, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/20/2026
METER Group is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician who is responsible for programming, setting up, and maintaining automated equipment used in the production of electronic components and assemblies. This role ensures optimal machine performance, supports continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborates with engineering and production teams to meet quality and efficiency goals.

This role works from our Pullman, WA office.

For informational purposes, the entire pay range for this role is $22.69-$33.52. However, we expect to make an offer at somewhere between $22.69 and $28.00. Please keep this in mind when applying for this role. We are open to reviewing candidates with more or less experience; the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our offer will be based on job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Associate degree or technical certification in Electronics, Manufacturing

Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).

  • 2 years of experience programming SMT or other electronics manufacturing

equipment

  • Strong understanding of electronic components, PCB assembly processes, and

quality standards.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

  • Program and operate SMT (Surface Mount Technology) machines, pick-and-place

equipment, reflow ovens, and other automated manufacturing systems.

  • Program and operate machines outside of the SMT area
  • Interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and Gerber files to create accurate machine

programs.

  • Perform machine setup, calibration, and first-article inspection to ensure proper

operation.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve machine errors, component placement issues, and

process deviations.

  • Collaborate with process engineers to optimize production workflows and reduce

cycle times.

  • Maintain accurate documentation of machine programs, setup sheets, and

maintenance logs.

  • Create and maintain production power BI dashboards
  • Create SW as needed for production division, QA software, and answer PA
  • Train operators and technicians on machine operation and best practices.
  • Support new product introductions (NPI) and engineering change orders (ECOs).
  • Ensure compliance with quality standards (e.g., IPC-A-610, ISO 9001) and safety

protocols.

  • Coordinate with Equipment Maintenance to identify fall downs in automated

processes and move to implement long-term fixes.

**Physical requirements**

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds over short distances as needed. Sitting for extended periods of time, bending, twisting, and other movement consistent with an electronics production environment.

To Apply For This Position

We ask all applicants to apply through our website at [Jobs At METER Group](https://recruitingbypaycor.com/career/CareerHome.action?clientId=8a7883c68584007b01859d82924d0c9d){rel="nofollow"}. If your interests, qualifications, and experience match any of our openings, please apply for that position so that you are considered immediately. We communicate with all applicants.

Salary : $23 - $34

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