Engineering Technician I

Air Squared; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401K plan

Shoe allowance

PTO & holidays

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Flexible 9/80

Catered lunches

Summer picnic

Department budget

Happy hours

Casual dress code

Referral program

Recognition awards

Job summary

Air Squared Manufacturing, Inc. in Thornton, CO, is seeking an Engineering Technician I to assemble, test, and diagnose scroll compressors, vacuum pumps, and expanders using engineering drawings.

You will assist Design Engineers with procedures, support production transitions from prototype to production, perform electrical wiring and calibration, and help maintain test stands with a focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree preferred in mechanical engineering tech or related field.
• Minimum 6 months in mechanical testing environment or similar role.
• Familiarity with hand tools and mechanical principles.
• Experience with electrical wiring and troubleshooting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, and diagnose scroll compressors, vacuum pumps, and expanders with engineer-provided drawings.
• Assist Design Engineers with developing and documenting assembly procedures.
• Provide guidance to production assemblers on procedures.
• Assist engineers in designing, building, and maintaining test stands based on project specs.
• Assemble and install mechanical components, fixtures, and instrumentation on test stands.
• Perform electrical wiring and ensure proper connections for test equipment and data acquisition systems.
• Conduct pressure checks on equipment, compressors, and pumps.
• Maintain test stands and assembly cells.
• Support transition of prototype compressors into production.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems with test stands.
• Calibrate test equipment per procedures.
• Participate in safety meetings and follow safety protocols.
• Work individually or as part of a team.
• Perform quality checks before shipment.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.

Skills

Hand tools

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Independent work

Electrical wiring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in mechanical engineering technology

Tools

Electrical wiring

Job description

Description

Company: Air Squared Manufacturing

Title of Position: Engineering Technician I

Position Type: Full time; Non-exempt

Air Squared Manufacturing, Inc. is an OEM manufacturer of scroll type compressors, vacuum pumps and expanders for the medical, aerospace, fuel cell and power generation industries. Air Squared offers exciting career opportunities working on projects including NASA MOXIE, Leading Electric and Autonomous Vehicle OEM, DOE Clean Energy initiatives ranging from nuclear fusion and the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-e), and other cutting‑edge projects.

The Engineering Technician I is responsible for assembly, testing, and diagnosing scroll prototypes, including the test stands on which the units will be tested. They will assist engineers in transitioning products from the prototype phase to production through assembly support, test stand assembly and maintenance, and providing general assembly feedback.

Pay Range

$25 - $30 / hour, based on qualifications and experience

Company Benefits Include

• Health Insurance through Cigna (optional HSA plan with $10 per pay period matching)
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance, paid by employer
• Group and voluntary life insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Safety shoe allowance
• 3-weeks PTO accrual and paid holidays
• Parental Leave
• Educational reimbursement

Company Perks Include

• Flexible 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off
• Catered company lunches on a quarterly basis
• Company Summer picnic for employees and their families
• Department activities budget
• Company Happy Hours, Trivia night and more
• Casual dress code
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Recognition Awards

Job Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, and diagnose scroll compressors, vacuum pumps, and expanders with direct oral or written instructions, using engineering drawings as provided by the project engineer
• Assist Design Engineers with tasks such as developing and documenting assembly procedures
• Provide guidance to production assemblers on assembly and test procedures
• Assist engineers in designing, building, and maintaining test stands based on project specifications
• Assemble and install mechanical components, fixtures, and instrumentation on test stands
• Perform electrical wiring and ensure proper connections for test equipment and data acquisition systems
• Conduct pressure checks on equipment, compressors, and pumps as directed
• Perform maintenance of test stands and assembly cells
• Provide support during the transition of prototype compressors into production
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical problems with test stands
• Calibrate test equipment according to established procedures
• Participate in safety meetings and adhere to all safety protocols
• Work individually or as part of an assembly team
• Perform quality checks of assemblies before shipment
• Ensure work area is organized, clean, and safe
• Regularly lift up to 50 lbs. of raw materials or machine parts, with or without accommodation
• Perform other required tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (required)
• Associate’s degree in mechanical engineering technology or a related field (preferred)
• Minimum 6 months of experience in a mechanical testing environment or a similar role
• Basic understanding of mechanical principles and familiarity with hand tools
• Experience with electrical wiring and troubleshooting (preferred)
• Automotive mechanic experience considered
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Written and verbal communication skills

Location: Thornton, Colorado

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$25 - $30 / hour, based on qualifications and experience

Salary Description $25 - $30 / year