Engineering Technician Supervisor

Andrews Cooper Technology LLC; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave for maternity/paternity

Generous PTO and holidays

401k with employer contribution

In-office snacks and lunches

Job summary

Andrews Cooper seeks an Engineering Technician Supervisor to lead a team on custom automation builds in a dynamic HardTech environment. You will oversee safety, quality, scheduling, and hands-on testing across mechanical and electrical workstreams.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, clear communication, and collaboration with engineering leadership to ensure timely project delivery and a safe, compliant shop culture. Travel to client sites may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Safety Manager, Technician Manager, or Automation Manager.
• 5+ years of experience building complex non-standardized equipment or products.
• A passion for keeping employees safe while working on complex equipment & electrical wiring.
• Natural leadership ability.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented leadership style.
• Up to 10% of travel may be required between locations.
• Ability to travel for work-related purposes as needed; access to reliable transportation is required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Background checks are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage employees, safety, and quality on custom automation builds.
• Create process documentation as needed to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Lead technicians supporting mechanical, electrical, and system-level builds and testing.
• Oversee day-to-day lab and shop operations, including scheduling, workload balancing, and priorities.
• Ensure adherence to Andrews Cooper standards, safety practices, and quality processes.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance for assembly, troubleshooting, and test activities.
• Partner with engineering leadership to support project execution and delivery timelines.
• Mentor, coach, and develop technicians through feedback, training, and career growth support.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety focus

Team leadership

Travel readiness

Tools

CAD software

Job description

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN SUPERVISOR

At Andrews Cooper, we specialize in delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions in the HardTech space, partnering with industry leaders in Consumer Technology, Medical Technology, Clean Technology, and Automation & Robotics. With a mission to solve novel, ambiguous challenges, we help our customers achieve significant differentiation and success in their industries. Our people-first culture is built on the core values of Own It, Help Each Other Win, and Be Cool, creating an environment where engineers can build fulfilling careers while delivering exceptional work.

The Core Values we embody:

• Help Each Other Win—AC values winning as a team over personal recognition. Go out of your way to help a teammate and the team succeed.
• Own It—Don’t wait for someone else to clear the way. Recognize opportunities to improve, and when obstacles arise, join forces to overcome them.
• Be Cool—Be self-aware, maintain a positive attitude, prioritize emotional intelligence, and maintain composure under pressure.

Are you exhausted with back-breaking technician work and want to manage a team at a higher strategic level? We are looking for someone to replace our Technician Manager who is retiring - someone who is passionate about solving complex engineering problems, wants to create a safe work environment, and makes an impact in the world of Automation. If you want an upgrade to your current role, Andrews Cooper is the place for you.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of professional hands-on experience as a Safety Manager, Technician Manager, or Automation Manager.
• 5+ years of experience building complex non-standardized equipment or products.
• A passion for keeping employees safe while working on complex equipment & electrical wiring.
• Natural leadership ability.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented leadership style.
• Up to 10% of travel may be required between locations.
• Ability to travel for work-related purposes as needed; access to reliable transportation is required due to the nature of our business and multiple client sites.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Background checks are required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of safety and/or quality assurance practices related to mechanical assembly and basic electrical wiring or testing.
• Ability to read and interpret CAD models, drawings, electrical schematics, pneumatic schematics, and work instructions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage employees, safety, and quality on custom automation builds.
• Create process documentation as needed to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Lead technicians supporting mechanical, electrical, and system-level builds and testing.
• Oversee day-to-day lab and shop operations, including scheduling, workload balancing, and priorities. Work through resourcing issues with the management team with grace and candor.
• Ensure adherence to Andrews Cooper standards, safety practices, and quality processes.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance for assembly, troubleshooting, and test activities.
• Partner with engineering leadership to support project execution and delivery timelines.
• Mentor, coach, and develop technicians through feedback, training, and career growth support.

Why join the Andrews Cooper team? This is a full-time position with compensation, benefits, and work positives, including:

• Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), employee assistance programs (EAP), and dependent savings accounts (DSA).
• Paid leave for maternity and paternity for birth or adoption.
• Generous PTO for vacation, sick, community service, and 8 paid holidays.
• In-office snacks, coffee, and sponsored lunches.
• 401k retirement plan with 3% employer contribution.
• Access to hands-on mentorship to advance professional skills and an educational reimbursement.

The salary range for this position is based on national rates. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Base Salary: $80,000.00 - $135,000.00. Andrews Cooper is an equal-opportunity employer.