Engineering Technician: Precision Lab & Growth

Hale Products, Inc.; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

IDEX Corporation is seeking an Engineering Technician in a high-precision materials testing environment. You will perform measurements, maintain equipment, document results, and ensure traceability of data in collaboration with engineers.

Ideal candidates have a technical degree or hands-on experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow procedures precisely while contributing to continuous improvements in laboratory processes. This position is based in Portage, MI.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or equivalent hands-on laboratory or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with measurement or laboratory equipment is a plus.
• Ability to follow detailed written procedures and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate data collection.
• Good organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with engineers and other team members.
• Basic computer skills and ability to enter and maintain test data.
• Experience with materials characterization, laboratory testing, microscopy, dimensional measurement, or similar technical work is a plus.
• Experience working with optical components and precision-manufactured parts preferred.
• Ability to read and understand both optical and traditional blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform materials measurements and characterization using established procedures and work instructions.
• Follow testing procedures carefully and consistently to ensure reliable and repeatable results.
• Prepare samples for characterization and testing as required.
• Record test results, observations, and relevant sample information accurately and clearly.
• Maintain organized and traceable records of measurements and test data.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance, calibration checks, and basic troubleshooting.
• Keep characterization equipment, work areas, and samples clean and organized.
• Identify and communicate equipment issues, unusual results, or deviations from established procedures.
• Follow all applicable safety, quality, and laboratory procedures.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail when handling samples, operating equipment, and documenting results.
• Support continuous improvement of testing procedures and laboratory processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading blueprints

Communication

Data recording

Analytical thinking

Independent work

MS Office

Quality mindset

Education

Technical degree

Tools

MS Outlook

Optical components

Dimensional measurement

Microscopy

Job description

IDEX Corporation is seeking an Engineering Technician in a high-precision materials testing environment. You will perform measurements, maintain equipment, document results, and ensure traceability of data in collaboration with engineers.

Ideal candidates have a technical degree or hands-on experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow procedures precisely while contributing to continuous improvements in laboratory processes. This position is based in Portage, MI.