Engineering Tech II

Summary of Position

An Engineering Tech II is responsible for building and verifying the operation of all new and existing secondary equipment. The Engineering Tech II will assist engineering in designing and troubleshooting secondary equipment to ensure proper function, safe operation, and desired efficiency.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities, & Authority

• Reads and understands electrical schematic drawings to determine how to interface automation components back to the main control panel.
• Installs new control panels per engineering prints.
• Uses multi-meter, hand tools, and electrical theory to diagnose and resolve control and instrumentation issues.
• Installs, inspects, repairs, and maintains a variety of electrical systems.
• Use blueprints, work instructions, and schematics to perform assembly/build operations of new secondary equipment requiring the use of mills, drill presses, grinders, cutoff saws, etc.
• Determines the best way to route air and electrical lines to ensure a range of motion without wear.
• Reads schematics to install wiring/electrical and pneumatic systems on secondary equipment.
• Ensures all secondary equipment is guarded and operating to SIM safety standards.
• Controls and maintains component inventory in R&D.
• Maintains MRO system and documents all maintenance-related items as the equipment is serviced.
• Maintains contact with vendors for product supply and service of in-house products.
• Troubleshoots automation as needed to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Continually works towards improving the secondary operations to achieve a zero-defect operation. Takes the initiative and works independently.
• Learns, practices, and supports 5S to assist the company in the continuous improvement process.
• Maintains a safe working environment to minimize the possibility of an Injury. Acts in a safe manner at all times and ensures that those around him/her do not put themselves or others at risk. Reports any unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Performs other related duties and assignments as assigned or required.

Required Education, Credentials, & Certifications

• 2-year degree from a technical school or a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with secondary equipment/automation systems

Job Specification

• Minimum 6 years’ experience in the fabrication and repair of manufacturing equipment and/or equivalent experience with electrical control systems.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong analytical problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills are required including basic email, entering and modifying spreadsheets, and usage of IQMS / MRO.
• Ability to work independently.
• Uses good interpersonal communication techniques to work with co-workers. Is courteous and helpful when interacting with fellow employees. Attends available interpersonal skill training courses. Helps create a pleasant work environment.
• Ability to use small power hand tools safely.
• Attention to detail.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Secondary equipment/automation systems: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sussex, WI 53089: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $51,906 - $70,488