Engineering Technician II - Shift 2

TekWissen LLC; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

TekWissen Group is seeking an Engineering Technician II for shift 2 in Southington, CT 06489. This temporary onsite role supports R&D with prototype work, testing, and data reporting.

Responsibilities include building test fixtures, performing tests, maintaining safety and cleanliness, and collaborating with the Lab supervisor to drive quality improvements. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential in a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or related degree; 2–5 years in engineering tech or manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with testing protocols.
• Ability to document data clearly and maintain lab safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support new product development and post-launch product evolution.
• Perform tests, inspect products, and analyze data for reports.
• Build test fixtures and assist in fixture design improvements.
• Ensure lab safety and cleanliness; report to Lab supervisor/Manager.
• Troubleshoot equipment, communicate findings, and propose improvements.
• Coordinate with internal teams and vendors as needed.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Prototype testing

Data analysis

Lab safety

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Minitab

Technical drawing

Job description

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. Our client is passionate about improving and saving the lives of patients through high quality, innovative medical devices and services. A leading global manufacturer of specialty medical devices that provides innovative and lifesaving solutions for the world's healthcare markets. Specializing in Infusion Therapy, Vascular Access, Vital Care, and Specialty Products & Services.

Position:

Engineering Technician II - Shift 2

Location:

Southington, CT 06489

Duration:

6 Months

Job Type:

Temporary Assignment

Work Type:

Onsite

Shift:

3:00 PM - 11:30 PM (Mon - Fri)

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Our engineering technicians' team is an integral part of our R&D organization supporting new product development and post-launch product evolution.


• Responsibilities include performing research, building prototypes, validating test methods, inspecting products, support building test fixtures, conducting tests, analyzing, reporting, and presenting on data, ensuring sites are safe and clean, and reporting to the Lab supervisor/Manager.


• Key skills include an ability to troubleshoot equipment/testing, communicate effectively, and provide effective suggestions for improvement as well as demonstrating a sound understanding of engineering terminology and be able to work well in a team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lab, inventory, and equipment maintenance


• Performs technical work requiring competency in all conventional aspects of the Mechanical engineering department.


• Participates in 6S and lean initiatives in the laboratories


• Conducts work requiring judgment in the evaluations, selection and the adaptation of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria; devises new approaches to problems as encountered


• Performs technical work requiring some independent evaluation, selection and application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria within mechanical engineering


• Devise new approaches to problems as encountered including proposed fixture design/features and solutions. Manages sample inventory from start to end of projects, real and accelerated aging, and general inventory


• Analyzes data (including basic statistics) and reports/presents on timely basis


• Plans and conducts projects on a limited scope or portions of a larger projects


• Works with internal departments as well as vendors and equipment suppliers to resolve issues and coordinate work in support of client objectives.


• Engage others, promote, and participate in Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives, focusing on continuous improvement


• Work on special projects as assigned by Lab Supervisor/Manager

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge of basic mechanical and related to medical devices and practice is required


• Basic Solidworks and technical drawing/drafting skill


• Basic knowledge of Minitab Knowledge and skill in engineering record keeping procedures and methods, with the ability to rapidly master client internal procedures and methods


• Knowledge of QSSOPs, GMP/FDA/ISO 9001, etc., principles and ability to integrate into software engineering discipline.


• Basic knowledge of lean and Six Sigma Methods.

Minimum Qualifications, Education & Experience:

• Must be at least 18 years of age


• High School Diploma required along with either 3-5 years' work experience as an engineering technician in a related position within a manufacturing or testing organization, an associate's degree in a related field with 2 plus years' work experience, or a bachelor's degree in a related technical field.

Work Environment:

• This is largely a sedentary role.


• This job operates in a professional lab and office environment and routinely use standard office equipment


• Work can be performed in a clean room environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time; depending on the machine they are operating


• Operator is required to use computer or touch screen to enter work order data


• Must be able to occasionally move and lift objects of up to 25 pounds.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.