Engineering Technician
Core
Hands-on support for engineering development, testing, and product validation of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical systems.
Role type
Engineering Technician I (hands-on IC)
Builds
Prototype development, test fixtures, tooling, and validation of new products and existing designs.
Domain
Industrial automation and manufacturing (pulp, paper, and energy industries)
Required skills
mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting, reading engineering drawings/schematics, operating/maintaining test equipment, PLC support, instrumentation/sensors, machining/fabrication, basic programming (Python/C#/LabVIEW/Ladder Logic), data acquisition
Preferred skills
PLC programming, LabVIEW, CNC operation, electrical wiring, automation equipment, hand/power/machine tools
Technologies
National Instruments LabVIEW, PLCs, CNC equipment, data acquisition systems, Python, C#, Ladder Logic
Responsibilities
Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory and test equipment; Assemble, modify, repair, and test mechanical and electromechanical systems; Assist engineers with prototype development, product testing, and validation; Develop and execute test procedures while collecting and documenting data; Perform machining, fabrication, and modification of test fixtures and prototype components; Support programming and integration of control systems and sensors; Maintain accurate test records and technical documentation.
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC