Engineering Technician

City of Lincoln; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

City of Lincoln in Peoria, AZ is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the Engineering team in developing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and products related to armor production.

This hands-on, production-focused role works with Mechanical Engineers, production teams and operations to execute engineering projects, build prototypes, collect test data, and drive improvements.

Qualifications

• Hands-on manufacturing, fabrication, machining, or technical experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Comfortable working with hand tools, measurement equipment, and manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, technicians, operators, and leadership.
• Willingness to work hands-on in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Support Mechanical Engineers with daily engineering activities, projects, and production support tasks.
• Assist with the development, modification, and implementation of manufacturing processes.
• Support engineering investigations by gathering data, performing measurements, and documenting findings.
• Assist with troubleshooting production issues related to processes, equipment, tooling, and product performance.
• Maintain engineering documentation including work instructions, drawings, specifications, and test records.
• Build prototypes and engineering samples for product development, customer demonstrations, and testing activities.
• Perform functional testing and evaluations of materials, components, fixtures, and equipment.
• Assist with design changes and drawing revisions.
• Work directly with production teams to implement engineering improvements.
• Assist with equipment modifications, tooling improvements, and fixture development.
• Identify opportunities for safety, quality, efficiency, and cost improvements.
• Support engineering projects through task completion, scheduling support, and documentation.

Skills

Hands-on manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Engineering drawings

Hand tools

Measurement equipment

Documentation

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Lifting up to 100 lbs

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Measuring tools

Machining tools

Job description

• Location 9330 N 91st Ave,Peoria, AZ, 85345,United States
• Base Pay $22.00 - $25.00 / Hour
• Job Category Engineering
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type Full Time Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name HR
• Phone [phone]

Description

Summary of Position:

The Engineering Technician supports the Engineering team in the development, implementation, and improvement of manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and products related to armor production. This role is hands-on and production-focused, working closely with Mechanical Engineers, production teams and operations to execute engineering projects, build prototypes, collect test data, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support Mechanical Engineers with daily engineering activities, projects, and production support tasks.
• Assist with the development, modification, and implementation of manufacturing processes.
• Support engineering investigations by gathering data, performing measurements, and documenting findings.
• Assist with troubleshooting production issues related to processes, equipment, tooling, and product performance.
• Maintain engineering documentation including work instructions, drawings, specifications, and test records.
• Build prototypes and engineering samples for product development, customer demonstrations, and testing activities.
• Perform functional testing and evaluations of materials, components, fixtures, and equipment.
• Assist with design changes and drawing revisions.
• Work directly with production teams to implement engineering improvements.
• Assist with equipment modifications, tooling improvements, and fixture development.
• Identify opportunities for safety, quality, efficiency, and cost improvements.
• Support engineering projects through task completion, scheduling support, and documentation.

Qualifications:

• Hands-on manufacturing, fabrication, machining, or technical experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Comfortable working with hand tools, measurement equipment, and manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, technicians, operators, and leadership.
• Willingness to work hands-on in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs.

Physical Demand:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and sit for extended periods of time.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties or responsibilities associated with the job. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

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