Mechanical Engineering Technician Job Description
Mechanical engineering technician
provides guidance and direction by utilizing knowledge of standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, applicable codes and B&V policies and procedures.
Mechanical Engineering Technician Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective mechanical engineering technician job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included mechanical engineering technician job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Operate pumps and/or conveyor or other delivery systems
Inspect and test systems to verify system compliance with specifications, detect and locate malfunctions
Install, set, program, maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot and/or repair electrical and electronic equipment including, but not limited to, X-ray machine, metal detectors, weighing systems, motor control, PLC, circuit boards, fuses, and relays
Conducts various mechanical engineer technical tasks of moderate scope or degree of difficulty, under limited supervision from the direct supervisor or a member of the engineering staff
Maintains communications within department in support of mechanical engineering, such as team meetings
Develops tests and/or validates development tools of moderate complexity
Compiles records and data associated with mechanical engineering to include drawings/schematics, validation/capability testing
Collects troubleshooting data and supports analysis
Supports product development/transition into production efforts
Maintains existing equipment/fixtures
Mechanical Engineering Technician Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Mechanical Engineering Technician
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: MAP, PIT, IPC, EPA, DMS, DRS, US, WHMA-A-620, J-STD-001, STD
Education for Mechanical Engineering Technician
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the mechanical engineering technician job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Associate and Bachelor's Degree in Associates, Engineering, Technical, Education, Mechanical Engineering, Design, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Technology, Drafting, Manufacturing
Skills for Mechanical Engineering Technician
Desired skills for mechanical engineering technician include:
Document control
Systems
Company quality program
Engineering standards
Departmental guides and Black and Veatch policies and procedures
Basic inspection tools
Pneumatic hand tools
Powered hand tools
Disciplines
Standards
Desired experience for mechanical engineering technician includes:
Electronic subsystem assembly is highly desired
Will be required to climb stairs in order to access equipment for trouble shooting
Will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection and other associated personal protective equipment
Preference will be given to candidates with experience with Colt-Pielstick 2.5, FME Opposed Piston or Caterpillar 3608 engine lines
Position typically requires a two-year technical Associate Degree (Mechanical Design, or other area of specialization) or equivalent and engineering experience
Experience with Computer Aided Design (AutoCAD and 3D Modeling)
Mechanical Engineering Technician Examples
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Mechanical Engineering Technician Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is hiring for a mechanical engineering technician. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for mechanical engineering technician
- Test products to collect, organize, and process data
- Work alongside other R&D team members and other cross functional groups to contribute to the design of new medical devices
- Aid in design and development of fixtures and equipment components required to meet process goals from concept to implementation
- Provide technical support to production and inspection personnel, including performing production and inspection activities, as needed
- Perform other support activities, such as equipment maintenance
- Assist in maintaining calibration and preventative maintenance requirements
- Develop, document and optimize manufacturing process/assembly steps and operating procedures for new stations, equipment, and processes within a regulated quality system
- Provide technical assistance and oversee builds within a pilot production facility for multiple projects and project teams
- Demonstrate hands-on understanding of product and provide guidance and training with pilot plant operators on engineering level builds
- Work within scheduled timelines and provide updates and feedback to department supervisor
Qualifications for mechanical engineering technician
- Demonstrated proficiency with the calibration and safe operation of universal mechanical testing equipment
- Working knowledge of ASTM specifications for mechanical testing of materials including tensile, shear, torsion, and compression testing
- Experience with different methods of instrumenting parts to measure strain including extensometers and strain gauges
- Capable of scheduling, de-conflicting, and executing multiple technical activities concurrently
- High School diploma, or equivalent experience/combined education, with additional specialized technical training equivalent to a technical Associate degree and/or demonstrated ability to perform assigned technical tasks and 5 years or more of experience
- Experience with Instron universal testing equipment and Bluehill 3 software package
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a mechanical engineering technician. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for mechanical engineering technician
- Analyze experimental data, make conclusions and recommendations based on findings
- Design and development of fixtures and equipment components required to meet process goals from concept to implementation
- IQ/OQ/PQ activities
- Maintain calibration and preventative maintenance requirements
- Create test protocols and generate reports
- Scale up equipment and processes from prototype to pilot to full scale manufacturing
- Participate in product and technology transfer
- Plan the necessary technical resources for production
- Interface to assembly
- Ensure all necessary required documentation is complete on an international basis
Qualifications for mechanical engineering technician
- Two-year Vo-Tech Certificate in electronics or related technical field and seven or more years progressive experience as an engineering technician in an mechanical engineering or testing organization
- Typically requires a High School Diploma or equivalent with 4+ years technical/mechanical related experience
- Familiar with some data analysis methods and basic analysis software, particularly Microsoft Excel
- Eagerness to share or tryout new ideas, perspectives, or solutions
- A want-to-learn-everything mindset with a desire to move upwards within the department
- Awareness to assist fellow technicians complete their activities when opportunities arises
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Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of mechanical engineering technician. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for mechanical engineering technician
- Support all production facilities in case of technical issues
- Ensure all actions and data exchange are complete on the international level
- Support service, production and engineering departments
- Responsible for new product testing
- Responsible for software and firmware testing
- Assist in troubleshooting and resolution of major problems
- Responsible for maintaining documentation and procedures
- Responsible for the Mechanical assembly of complex automation equipment using fabricated and purchased parts bill of material provided by engineering
- Inspect drives, motors, belts, and other operating devices
- Recognize, diagnose mechanical problems and determine corrective action needed
Qualifications for mechanical engineering technician
- Familiarity with additional test/analysis techniques such as metallographic sample preparation, hardness testing, chemical analysis methods, or non-destructive evaluation methods
- Detailed oriented with strong time management skills
- Boating/Water experience is preferred
- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions (on water, away from land)
- Metal fabrication skills is a plus
- Experienced small boat handler is a plus
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a mechanical engineering technician. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for mechanical engineering technician
- Prepares scope of work, manual sketches, job plans and material requirements
- Prepares detailed cost estimates for fundable cost estimates for in-house accomplishment or government cost estimates for negotiating contract costs
- Performs technical reviews of all submittals on proposed methods, equipment, materials and schedules the projects
- Advises appropriate personnel on material requirements and production schedule due dates
- Direct daily interaction with the Equipment Engineers responsible for equipment projects, bringing questions and problems to the engineers as necessary
- Adhere to and promote safe work environment
- Competent mechanical technical expertise and aptitude
- Support engineering with complex engineering duties and/or hands-on tasks/feedback
- Troubleshooting and repair of complex mechanical assemblies
- Conducts testing and analyzes test results to troubleshoot and repair product
Qualifications for mechanical engineering technician
- 6-8+ years technical/mechanical related experience
- A want-to-learn-everything mindset with a desire to contribute ever more skills and knowledge to the department
- Associates degree in mechanical engineering or minimum 5 years of related coordinate measuring machine (CMM) assembly, integration, and calibration and/or acceptance experience
- Experience with statistics and problem solving methodologies required
- Ability to read assembly and schematic drawings
- Oral and written proficiency in English language
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Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of mechanical engineering technician. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for mechanical engineering technician
- Sets up and conducts tests of units and components
- Records test results, numerical and graphical data, and makes recommendations for changes in product assembly or test methods
- Provide regular reporting of progress and status
- Comfortable with the shop/laboratory and production environment to support build and/or test of products
- Provide and develop documentation to support assembly and repair procedures
- Maintain laboratory and factory equipment and test stations
- Train other technicians and factory personnel
- Provide engineering with recommendations for product and process improvements
- This position requires hand and finger dexterity between 66 and 100% of the time
- This position requires the ability to taste or smell between 1 and 33% of the time
Qualifications for mechanical engineering technician
- Knowledge of production methods and procedures as they apply to the technical process
- Knowledge of CREO preferred
- Travel up 10%, sometimes extending 1-4 weeks consecutively
- High School graduate or equivalent combination of education and experience to perform at this level
- Minimum of 5-7 years of direct related experience
- Must be a creative thinker, results oriented, focused, and attentive to detail and accuracy