Engineering Technician: Lab Testing & CAD Support

Bally Design; Cary (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bally Design engineering team is seeking an Engineering Technician to provide hands-on testing and lab support in Cary, IL. You will assist in experiments, data collection, and drafting support while coordinating with engineering and manufacturing to drive product development and process improvements.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of hands-on technical experience, proficiency in CAD and data analysis, and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on technical experience.
• Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• SolidWorks and DraftSight familiarity.
• LabVIEW and Arduino programming a plus.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certifications.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering and research activities through hands-on testing, data collection, and documentation.
• Prepare and conduct tests related to product performance, material evaluation, thermal analysis, lifecycle testing, and other validation activities.
• Collect, organize, and document test results, providing accurate records and reports of findings.
• Prepare metallurgical and material samples for evaluation and analysis when required.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, testing tools, and work areas, including inventory management and ordering supplies.
• Create and revise technical drawings, models, and related documentation using CAD software.
• Enter and maintain product and engineering-related information within business systems.
• Research and source testing equipment, materials, and external services needed to support engineering projects.
• Process purchasing requests and coordinate procurement activities as needed.
• Generate technical reports and presentations summarizing project results and recommendations.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and cross-functional projects.
• Perform additional duties and technical assignments as required.

Skills

Hands-on testing

Data analysis

CAD software

LabVIEW

Arduino

Documentation

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional certification

Tools

SolidWorks

DraftSight

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Bally Design engineering team is seeking an Engineering Technician to provide hands-on testing and lab support in Cary, IL. You will assist in experiments, data collection, and drafting support while coordinating with engineering and manufacturing to drive product development and process improvements.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of hands-on technical experience, proficiency in CAD and data analysis, and strong problem-solving skills.