Engineering Technician-Contract Position

TEL Manufacturing and Engineering of America, Inc.; North Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

TEL Manufacturing and Engineering of America, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Technician for a contract role in Chelmsford, MA.

The position involves supporting engineering activities, testing and fault isolation on prototype electro-mechanical systems and related equipment. You will work with electronic circuits, photonics and logic systems, following schematics and defined plans to perform testing and troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2 years related experience; military technical training may substitute for degree.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Supports engineering activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electro mechanical systems.
• Works on applications that may include electronic circuits, photonics and logic systems.
• Performs operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment.
• Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions.
• Assists in the design, construction, test and check-out of test equipment.

Skills

Testing & troubleshooting

Prototype assembly

Design support

Education

Associate's Degree or 2 years related experience

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Signal generators

Band saw

Jig saw

Drill press

Filer

Grinders

Arc welder

Brazing unit

Job description

Engineering Technician-Contract Position

Location: Chelmsford, MA

Responsibilities

• Supports engineering activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electro mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment.
• Work on applications that may include electronic circuits, photonics and logic systems.
• Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and trouble-shooting functions.
• Performs operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment.
• Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions.
• Assists in the design, construction, test and check-out of test equipment.
• Uses manufacturing, test, development or diagnostic equipment, including, but not limited to, test programs, oscilloscopes, signal generators and specialized test apparatus.

Typical Education and Experience

Associate's Degree or minimum of 2 years of related experience; completion of military technical training and field experience may substitute for an Associate's Degree; high school diploma or equivalent required.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position operates in an environment that may contain dust, noise, oils, greases, grinding debris, compressed air, metal shavings, propane and solvents. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to read, count and write to accurately complete all documentation. This job also requires the use of machines and hand tools necessary for tool and die fabrication, including lathe, milling machining, band saw, jig saw, drill press, filer, grinders, arc welder, brazing unit and other standard tools. This position requires frequent lifting up tp 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Diversity creates an innovative culture. TEL US is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affinitive Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Subsidiary TEL Manufacturing and Engineering of America, Inc. We make innovation possible.

At TEL, we’re committed to advancing future technologies and success starts with a community of talented individuals. Our global workforce of over 20,000 employees is embracing the challenge of a rapidly evolving tech landscape. Your growth fuels our progress. Our 360-degree learning approach ensures there’s something for every style from interactive classes and on the job training to formal programs led by certified technical experts and organizational development professionals. You’ll continue building your skills and nurturing your curiosity. To support your journey, TEL offers educational reimbursement to help you reach your learning goals.