Hands-on Engineering Technician I: Prototyping & Testing

novanta; Rocklin (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Job summary

Novanta is seeking an Engineering Technician I to assist engineers in building and testing solutions for technical problems. You will contribute to creating, modifying, and testing products and processes, including prototypes and production-intent assemblies.

The role requires an Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent, plus hands-on experience with electro-mechanical assemblies, soldering, wiring, and CAD interpretation.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in mechanical/electronics technology.
• Knowledge of electro-mechanical assemblies and writing test documentation.
• Soldering and wiring experience in electro-mechanical environments.
• Experience with hand tools, CNC Mill and Lathe; CAD interpretation.
• Able to read CAD drawings and engineering documentation; familiar with GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Build prototypes and production-intent products through mechanical/electro-mechanical assembly.
• Assist engineers in designing, fabricating, modifying and validating fixtures, tooling and test equipment.
• Use hand tools, power tools, CNC machines and lab equipment safely and effectively.
• Use precision inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, CMM, oscilloscope, multimeters).
• Support verification/validation testing and lab management activities.

Skills

Electro-mechanical assemblies

Soldering

Wiring

CAD interpretation

Education

Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

CNC Mill

Lathe

SolidWorks

Job description

Novanta is seeking an Engineering Technician I to assist engineers in building and testing solutions for technical problems. You will contribute to creating, modifying, and testing products and processes, including prototypes and production-intent assemblies.

The role requires an Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent, plus hands-on experience with electro-mechanical assemblies, soldering, wiring, and CAD interpretation.