Rebuildmanufacturing
Engineering Technician
Kalamazoo, MI. Posted a month ago
The role
The Engineering Technician applies engineering, physics, mathematics, ergonomics, safety, quality control, technical writing, and maintenance principles to develop, optimize, and maintain systems and processes. This role works with Product, Production, and Design Engineering to improve manufacturing processes, develop conceptual designs, and support product validation.
What you will do
- Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and identify areas for improvement
- Ensure manufacturing processes, equipment, and products comply with safety/quality standards
- Implement predictive and preventative programs for new installations
- Ensure workplace safety with focus on operator ergonomics
- Improve workstation layout, workflow, and assembly methods
- Support product/process validation and verification testing and report generation
- Write, update, and approve production processes and procedures
- Assist with research, purchases, and implementations of new equipment and systems
- Respond urgently to line stoppages and mitigate down time
- Develop conceptual designs utilizing 3D CAD software
Required qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 1 year hands on practical engineering experience
- Minimum 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing setting
- Exercise original thought and judgement
- Work in a group environment
- Show attention to detail
- Manage time and organize tasks
- Possess good communication skills
- Understand manufacturing processes and construction methods
- Exhibit good problem-solving skills
- Demonstrate the ability to meet deadlines
- Experience using basic measurement tools (calipers, height gauges, pin gauges, etc.)
Nice to have
- Associate degree in Engineering Technology or similar
About the company
Tekna is a client-focused company offering design consulting, contract manufacturing and original equipment manufacturing services. Re:Build Manufacturing is a family of industrial businesses aiming to build America’s next-generation industrial company.