Engineering Technician — Precision Mechanical & Electrical

U.S. Fusion Energy; Energy (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Thea Energy seeks an Engineering Technician to build, operate, and maintain complex mechanical and electrical systems in our Kearny, NJ facility. You will help develop new equipment, tools, procedures, and inspection techniques to shorten production time while upholding high quality.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in shop fabrication or high-tech manufacturing, plus experience with PLC/HMI controls and process equipment. Strong problem-solving and tool-management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years in shop fabrication, manufacturing, or high-tech industry.
• 5+ years in mechanical/electrical systems, high vacuum/cryogenic systems, or related fields.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Build, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical systems.
• Assist in developing new equipment, tools, procedures, and inspection techniques to reduce production time while maintaining high quality.
• Responsible for tool and workspace organization and maintenance.
• Assemble and troubleshoot test articles and supporting test equipment.
• Collaborate to support development of manufacturing processes and tooling.

Skills

Shop fabrication

Manufacturing

High-tech industry

Microsoft Office

Deadline driven

Education

High-school diploma

Tools

PLC

HMI

Process controllers

Job description

Thea Energy seeks an Engineering Technician to build, operate, and maintain complex mechanical and electrical systems in our Kearny, NJ facility. You will help develop new equipment, tools, procedures, and inspection techniques to shorten production time while upholding high quality.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in shop fabrication or high-tech manufacturing, plus experience with PLC/HMI controls and process equipment. Strong problem-solving and tool-management skills are essential.