Engineering Technician: BOM, CAD & Process Improvement

Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing; Elkhorn (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing is seeking an Engineering Technician to support manufacturing through accurate data, BOMs, routings, and engineering drawings. You will update documentation and help drive continuous improvement on the shop floor.

This role requires an associate degree (or equivalent) and 2–5 years in manufacturing or engineering support, with CAD experience and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in technical discipline preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering support, or related role.
• Experience working with Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, or similar structured data systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience with 3D CAD software, preferably Autodesk Fusion.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes (CNC turning, metal fabrication, welding, assembly) preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience supporting Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing and engineering operations by maintaining accurate engineering data.
• Create and update BOMs and routings, ensuring alignment with production requirements.
• Update engineering drawings and related quality documentation.
• Assist with process changes by updating BOMs, routings and prints/models.
• Create and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation.
• Create models/drawings using Autodesk Fusion.
• Develop QA check sheets to aid production on the shop floor.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Production teams to improve efficiency and data integrity.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical and problem-solving

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Associate degree in technical discipline

Tools

Autodesk Fusion

Job description

Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing is seeking an Engineering Technician to support manufacturing through accurate data, BOMs, routings, and engineering drawings. You will update documentation and help drive continuous improvement on the shop floor.

This role requires an associate degree (or equivalent) and 2–5 years in manufacturing or engineering support, with CAD experience and attention to detail.