Engineering Technician

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Northfield Township (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Bodine Electric Company in Northfield, Illinois is seeking an Engineering Technician to join our hands-on engineering team. You will test motors, gearmotors, motion control systems, and customer applications, build prototypes and test fixtures, and document test results to support product development and verification.

You will work closely with Electrical and Electronics Engineering, perform data collection and analysis, and help maintain laboratory equipment while traveling occasionally as

Qualifications

• 4-10 years of related electromechanical/electronic experience.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and schematic diagrams.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Test motors, gearmotors, and motion control systems using electrical test equipment.
• Collect, analyze, and document test results and prepare reports.
• Build sample motors and PCB assemblies for evaluation.
• Design and build test fixtures for lab and manufacturing use.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment.
• Travel occasionally as required.

Skills

Electromechanical experience

Schematic reading

Electrical test equipment

MS Office

Communication skills

Independent problem-solving

Documentation of testing

Education

Associate degree in electrical/mechanical/electronics

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Current probes

Meters

Power analyzers

Job description

• Location 201 Norhtfield Rd,Northfield, IL, 60093,United States
• Base Pay $63,000.00 - $68,000.00 / Year
• Job Category #Engineering
• Employee Type Exempt - FT

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Description

Join the Bodine Electric Team!

Bodine Electric Company is seeking an experienced Engineering Technician to join our Engineering team in Northfield, Illinois. This is a hands-on technical role for someone who enjoys testing products, solving problems, working with a variety of test equipment, and supporting engineers throughout the product development and testing process.

As an Engineering Technician, you will work closely with our Electrical and Electronics Engineering team to test and evaluate motors, gearmotors, motion control systems, and customer applications. You will also support product performance and life testing, build prototypes and test fixtures, and document test results.

What You'll Do

• Test motors, gearmotors, motion control systems, and customer applications using a variety of electrical test equipment.
• Conduct product performance and life testing.
• Collect, analyze, and document test results and prepare technical reports.
• Build sample motors and PCB assemblies for engineering evaluation and testing.
• Design and build test fixtures for use in the engineering lab and manufacturing operations.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment.
• Assist engineers with product development, testing, troubleshooting, and other technical projects.
• Recommend the purchase or rental of test equipment when needed.
• Support the company’s quality system and follow applicable standard operating procedures.
• Follow departmental procedures and all company safety policies.
• Perform other duties and technical assignments as needed.
• Travel occasionally as required.

What We're Looking For

• 4-10 years of related experience working with electromechanical and/or electronic products.
• Associate degree in electrical, mechanical, electronics, or a related technical field preferred but not required.
• Experience using electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, current probes, meters, and power analyzers.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematic diagrams.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Ability to independently diagnose problems and creatively solve technical challenges.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to accurately document testing, results, and technical findings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with engineers and other team members.

Why Bodine Electric?

Bodine Electric Company is a well-established, family-owned manufacturer with a long history of designing and manufacturing high-quality motors, gearmotors, and motion control products. We offer the stability of an established company along with the opportunity to work in a hands-on engineering environment where your knowledge and experience can make a direct impact.

Bodine Electric Company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Paid vacation
• 12 paid holidays

If you are an experienced technician who enjoys testing, problem-solving, building, and working hands-on with electromechanical products, we would like to hear from you.