Engineering Technician

Aptiv; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Career development resources

Job summary

Aptiv Interconnect in Melbourne, FL is seeking a detail-oriented Engineering Technician to support engineering data within the MRP system and bridge floor execution. You will perform hands-on tasks, run real-time troubleshooting, and contribute to continuous improvement projects, enabling engineers to focus on optimization.

Responsibilities include prototype and experimental builds, equipment setup, and real-time diagnostics.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related discipline, with 2 years hands-on experience.
• Equivalent Experience: 4+ years hands-on proficiency in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Prototype & Experimental Builds: execute trials, build prototypes, and gather baseline metrics with engineering staff to evaluate feasibility.
• Machinery Setup & Maintenance: perform tooling setups, equipment changeovers, and minor mechanical adjustments to ensure continuous production flow.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional communication

Process optimization

Prototype development

Machinery setup

Data collection

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology

Equivalent hands-on manufacturing experience

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

We always do the right thing, the right way.

Job Title: Engineering Technician

Location: Melbourne FL

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Chandler Hetrick

Job Type: Engineering support

Summary

At Aptiv Interconnect, we inspire the world’s most innovative teams by doing the right thing, the right way. We are seeking a Detail oriented Engineering data Administrator to support engineering functions within the MRP system This role serves as the hands-on bridge between engineering and floor execution by supporting process engineers with routine hands-on tasks, real-time troubleshooting, and continuous improvement projects. By executing physical setups, running experimental trials, and diagnosing process inefficiencies, you free engineers to focus on high-level optimization strategies.

Leadership & Core Responsibilities

Operational Assembly & Floor Execution

• Prototype & Experimental Builds: Execute experimental trials, construct prototypes, and gather baseline metrics in collaboration with engineering staff to evaluate operational feasibility.
• Machinery Setup & Maintenance: Perform physical tooling setups, equipment changeovers, and minor mechanical adjustments to ensure continuous production flow.

Root Cause Diagnostics & Continuous Improvement

• Real-Time Technical Troubleshooting: Evaluate process inefficiencies, resolve component fit issues, and rectify live equipment disruptions on the shop floor to minimize operational delays.
• Process Optimization Projects: Partner with process engineers and production staff to implement practical corrective actions, eliminate waste, and enhance manufacturability.

Education & Technical Qualifications

• Education & Academic Background: Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related discipline, with 2 years hands on experience.
• Equivalent Experience: 4+ years demonstrating hands-on proficiency in hands manufacturing environment

Certifications & Competencies

• Systems Proficiency: Google suite, Microsoft office
• Practical Mechanical Competency: hands-on experience in equipment setup and real-time mechanical component troubleshooting within live manufacturing environments.
• Root Cause Diagnostics: capability to evaluate process inefficiencies, gather floor data, and deliver clear technical recommendations to engineering staff.
• Cross-Functional Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to translate operational feedback between floor technicians and process engineers for seamless execution.
• Quality & Compliance Standards: Strict adherence to standard operating procedures, ISO requirements, and safety protocols to ensure continuous quality output.

Compensation, Benefits & Legal

Total Rewards & Compensation

• Benefits & Perks: Employees receive a comprehensive benefits package featuring health coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and career development resources.

Aptiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities). We adhere to all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination and strictly prohibit workplace harassment of any kind.