Engineering Technician

GCS Recruitment; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

GCS Recruitment is seeking a hands-on Process Technician to support development, testing, and operation of manufacturing processes and equipment within a collaborative engineering environment. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, data collection, and close work with engineers on new product or process development.

Ideal candidates enjoy working with automated equipment, testing, validation, and continuous improvement activities, while following safety, quality, and operational procedures in a

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, production, or technical environments.
• Hands-on operation of equipment, machines, or automated systems.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to collect, document, and communicate data clearly.
• Able to work with engineers and operations teams in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor equipment.
• Collect and document process and performance data.
• Support engineers in identifying process improvements and resolving issues.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and operational problems.
• Perform routine maintenance and equipment setup.
• Assist with equipment builds, upgrades, and testing.
• Conduct measurements and quality inspections.
• Maintain documentation and reports.
• Support process validation and continuous improvement.
• Follow safety and quality procedures.

Skills

Manufacturing environment

Equipment operation

Mechanical troubleshooting

Data collection

Detail oriented

Collaborating with engineers

Adaptability

Job description

Engineering Technician

New Product Development & Manufacturing Operations

Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Process Technician to support the development, testing, and operation of manufacturing processes and equipment within a collaborative engineering environment.

This role is ideal for candidates who enjoy troubleshooting equipment, collecting data, working with engineers, and supporting new product or process development. The position offers exposure to automated equipment, testing, validation, and continuous improvement activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor manufacturing, testing, or process equipment
• Collect and document process, production, and performance data
• Support engineers in identifying process improvements and resolving equipment issues
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and operational problems
• Perform routine maintenance, adjustments, and equipment setup
• Assist with equipment builds, upgrades, and testing activities
• Conduct inspections, measurements, and quality checks
• Maintain accurate documentation and reports
• Support process validation, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Follow safety, quality, and operational procedures

Required Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing, production, engineering, laboratory, testing, maintenance, or technical environment
• Hands-on experience operating equipment, machines, tools, or automated systems
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to collect, document, and communicate data effectively
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Comfortable working closely with engineers, technicians, and operations teams
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment