Engineering Dev Tech Mechanical II

Woodward; Windsor (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision

Parental leave

EAP and wellness benefits

Job summary

Woodward's Aerospace Product Division in Windsor, Colorado seeks an Engineering Dev Tech-Mechanical II to assemble, test, and troubleshoot mechanical components and systems. You will contribute to quality, performance, and process improvements within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities include guiding entry-level technicians, solving moderately complex issues, and documenting test results for engineering teams. Ongoing professional development is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience reading moderately complex schematics and drawings.
• Hands-on assembly and testing experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot and improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components and systems with increasing complexity; modify/repair as needed.
• Identify and propose solutions for moderately complex issues with components or systems.
• Conduct moderately complex tests and analyze results for engineering teams.
• Suggest improvements to processes and document them.
• Guide entry-level technicians on basic tasks and safety.

Skills

Schematic interpretation

Troubleshooting

Mechanical assembly

Reading drawings

Root cause analysis

Team leadership

Tools

Measuring devices

Job description

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position.

Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Engineering Dev Tech-Mechanical II

Woodward's Aerospace Product Division seeking a skilled and motivated Development Technician - Mechanical to join our team in Windsor, Colorado. In this role, you will be responsible for assembling, testing, troubleshooting, and improving mechanical components and systems. You will play a key part in ensuring the quality and functionality of our products while contributing to process improvements and team development.

Estimated hourly base pay: $26.44-$38.00 (Overtime eligible)

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including:
• Home / Auto Insurance discounts
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Key Responsibilities:

• Assembly: Assemble components and systems with increasing complexity. Modify and/or repair components under minimal supervision. Assist in troubleshooting issues.
• Problem Solving & Troubleshooting: Identify and propose solutions for moderately complex issues with components or systems. Collaborate with stakeholders and implement solution.
• Testing and Analysis: Conduct moderately complex tests on components and systems with some independence. Record and analyze test results and provide preliminary findings to engineering teams
• Process Improvement: Suggest improvements to existing processes or tools based on hands-on experience. Participate in creating or updating process documentation.
• Team Leadership: Act as a resource for entry-level technicians by guiding them on basic tasks and safety procedures.

Key Skills:

• Schematics and Drawings: Capable of independently reading and interpreting moderately complex schematics and drawings. Begins modifying drawings and schematics with guidance. Growing knowledge of assembly and testing processes and geometric tolerancing.
• Application and Field Use Knowledge: Solid understanding of deployed systems and component operation. Independently applies standard assembly and testing methodologies. Familiar with relevant industry standards.
• Communication: Develops clear written and verbal communication skills. Able to present findings to internal teams and contribute to discussions about test results. Occasional exposure to customer interactions.
• Team Leadership: Provides guidance to entry-level technicians on basic tasks. Assists with organizing smaller projects.
• Process Improvement: Participates in efforts to improve processes or tools. Suggests ideas to enhance efficiency and quality within established systems.
• Problem Solving: Independently solves moderately complex problems using basic troubleshooting techniques. Begins applying structured methods such as Root Cause Analysis with guidance.
• Assembly: Independently assembles and modifies moderately complex components and systems. Assists with improving assembly methods.
• Devices and Tools Used: Proficient in using a range of standard measurement devices for data acquisition and analysis. Begins designing basic fixturing or rigging equipment for assembly and testing.
• Principles & Data Review: Solid understanding of mechanical principles and their application in moderately complex systems. Independently conducts basic testing and data collection.
• Testing: Plans and executes moderately complex test strategies with minimal supervision. Provides preliminary analysis and feedback on test results.

Application window is anticipated to close 7 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equa