Mechanical Technician

Title

Mechanical Technician

Job #

51007

Classification

Engineering

Location

Jackson, Michigan

Hourly Rate

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Position Description

Seeking a Mechanical Technician for a full-time position with benefits. This is a 3rd shift position. 12:00 AM to 8:00 AM.

Tests product and maintains test machinery and equipment under direction of test engineering by performing the following duties and responsibilities:
* Reviews project instructions and blueprints to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, test equipment.
* Performs testing in accordance with test specifications, including test setup, test equipment adjustment and sample and data storage.
* Drafts detail drawing or sketch as necessary for fabrication of equipment or setup components.
* Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies for products such as industrial equipment and machinery, power equipment, servo systems, machine tools, and measuring instruments.
* Sets up and conducts tests of hydraulic components to evaluate product performance toward support of customer requirements.

Primary Skills Required

* Knowledge of test equipment operation, machine hydraulics, data acquisition and inspection equipment. * A high degree of mechanical aptitude. * A broad knowledge of test machines and instruments. * General knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics. * Print reading and dimensional inspection capability. * Effective use of current technology and the learning and application of new technology. * Basic mathematics, graph reading and calculations are required. * Must be able to lift 30 pounds.

Primary Skills Preferred

* Experience with PC-based control systems. * Prior knowledge with measurement / data acquisition systems, instrumentation wiring and documentation.

Education Required

* Associates Degree in engineering or related sciences, or equivalent certification from an accredited institution. * Minimum of two years equivalent experience or 4 years’ experience working in a technical / laboratory setting without degree or certification.

Education Preferred

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Work Experience Required

Work Experience Preferred