Engineering Technician

Company Overview
Contech is a small, family-owned business dedicated to designing and building custom equipment for the converting industry. With a team of passionate professionals, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Position Summary- Engineering Technician

Supports the Engineering Manager and engineering staff by building prototypes and first-article units, gathering build data, and keeping engineering documents current. Works from blueprints, schematics, BOMs, SOPs, and Standard Work Instructions (SWIs) under close direction. Performs basic continuity and point-to-point checks; performs powered or live-electrical testing only under direct supervision after training. Supports both the PDU line and the custom machine side. Training is provided.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

● Build prototype, sample, and first-article units from blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and BOMs under direction.

● Verify builds against drawings and report discrepancies between the drawing, the BOM, and the physical unit.

● Perform continuity and point-to-point wiring checks with a multimeter and record results on the required forms.

● Assist with powered, functional, and hi-pot testing under direct supervision of a qualified technician or the Engineering Manager.

● Mark up (redline) drawings, BOMs, and SWIs with corrections found during builds and route them to engineering.

● Take photos and collect build details to support new and revised SWIs and training materials.

● Help investigate production problems by gathering information, measurements, and samples for engineering review.

● Rework units and assemblies built to defective designs, and help troubleshoot and correct manufacturing defects, under direction of the Engineering Manager

● Organize engineering files, parts, and prototypes; label and store samples and test units.

● Assist with assembly, wiring, and checkout of custom machines as assigned.

● Report damaged or out-of-calibration tools and test equipment and remove them from use.

● Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, electrical safety, PPE, and ESD requirements.

● Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Competencies

● Read and interpret blueprints, basic electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.

● Identify wire gauges, colors, terminals, connectors, breakers, and common hardware.

● Use hand tools, crimpers, torque tools, and a multimeter correctly.

● Record measurements and test results clearly and accurately.

● Basic computer skills (email, Word, Excel, shared network drive).

Qualifications

● High school diploma or GED required.

● 1+ year of electrical assembly, wiring, panel building, or related technical experience preferred.

● Technical school coursework in electrical or electronics technology preferred.

● Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English.

● Basic math skills (fractions, decimals, measurement, unit conversion).

● Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.

Advancement Criteria to Level 2

Independently builds and verifies prototype and first-article units to drawing without errors; completes wiring checks and records results accurately; has completed electrical safety training and can perform functional and hi-pot testing per procedure with minimal supervision; submits accurate redlines that are accepted by engineering.

Competency to be verified by the Engineering Manager.

Physical Requirements

● Stand and/or sit for extended periods; frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand motion.

● Lift and move components up to [50] lbs; heavier items with assistance or lifting equipment.

● Fine motor control and visual acuity sufficient to work with small components, wire gauges, and markings; ability to distinguish wire colors.

● Use hand tools, power tools, torque tools, and test equipment safely.

Work Environment

● Engineering office and manufacturing floor; moderate noise. Required PPE and ESD controls apply.

● Powered or energized testing only under direct supervision and after required electrical safety training.

● Full-time, non-exempt. Overtime may be required to meet customer schedules.

This description reflects the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and duties may change based on business needs.

Join us at Contech where your skills will directly impact the success of vital infrastructure projects! We value innovation, precision, and teamwork—if you’re ready to contribute your expertise in a supportive environment that encourages growth and development, we want to hear from you!

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person