Engineering Technician

Control Solutions LLC; Aurora (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Control Solutions LLC is seeking a hands-on prototyping technician to support the development team. You will procure parts, fabricate components, assemble electromechanical products, and build prototype test samples from engineering drawings.

You will also run validation tests, document results, and assist in system documentation. This role requires soldering skills, basic fabrication, and teamwork in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience required or preferred.
• Experience in product development or test lab environments helps.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, electronic schematics, assembly drawings and product descriptions.
• Experience with soldering through-hole and surface mount components.
• Familiarity with basic fabrication of metal parts (machining inclined).
• Proficiency with MS Office (Windows, Word, Excel).
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to meet physical job requirements (sitting/standing, repetitive assembly).
• Able to lift, push and carry materials up to 10 lbs and use PPE as required.

Responsibilities

• Procurement of components to assemble test samples and test materials.
• Fabrication of components and assembly of electromechanical products.
• Building prototype test samples using engineering drawings.
• Execution of validation tests of new product systems.
• Creation and documentation of test reports.
• Assist in documentation of the systems.
• Fabrication of electronic cables.

Skills

Test equipment operation

Reading assembly drawings

Soldering (TH & SMT)

Metal fabrication

Electromechanical assembly

Prototype/testing documentation

MS Office (Windows/Word/Excel)

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Mill

Lathe

Electronic test equipment

Job description

Description

This position provides a high level of support for the development team by procuring needed materials, fabricating components (mechanical and electrical), assembling product samples, product testing and supporting prototype developments. This position works closely with Engineering.

• Procurement of components required to assemble test samples and test materials.
• Fabrication of components and assembly of electromechanical products.
• Building of prototype test samples using engineering assembly drawings.
• Execution of validation tests of new product systems.
• Creation and documentation of test reports.
• Assist in the documentation of the systems.
• Fabrication of electronic cables.

Requirements

• Associate Degree or equivalent experience
• Previous experience in product development or test lab environments
• Ability to effectively use typical electronic test and measurement equipment
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, electronic schematics, assembly drawings and product descriptions.
• Experience in simple fabrication of metal parts (use of mill, lathe, mechanically inclined)
• Experience in soldering electronic components (thru-hole and SMT)
• Working knowledge of MS Office to include Windows, Word, and Excel
• Ability to work both independently and on a team
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the job including sitting and standing, and performing repetitive motions required for proper assembly with or without a reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work well in a fast paced, changing environment
• Ability to lift, push pool and carry materials up to 10 lbs,,
• Ability to operate tools machinery or office equipment safely.
• Ability to work near moving mechanical parts and moderate noise levels.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)