Hydraulic Test Technician - 2nd Shift

MTS Systems Corporation; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

HSA/FSA with company match

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Job summary

MTS Systems Corporation in Eden Prairie, MN, seeks a Hydraulic Test Technician on 2nd Shift to test, calibrate, and assemble hydro‑mechanical subsystems per engineering blueprints and manufacturing process docs.

You will troubleshoot and repair subsystems, maintain documentation, and contribute to quality improvements while collaborating with engineers and operators. Training will develop expertise in assembling and testing MTS products.

Qualifications

• Two-year certification from college or trade school or military training in hydraulics/mechanics.
• Four years applicable experience in a relevant environment.
• Must understand hydro-mechanical technologies including hydraulic schematics and flow characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Test, calibrate, and assemble hydro-mechanical subsystems per engineering blueprints and BOMs.
• Troubleshoot and repair subsystems; diagnose problems and implement solutions.
• Maintain accurate documents and modify engineering/manufacturing records per policy.
• Participate in process and quality improvement activities.
• Demonstrate professionalism and effective communication with coworkers, engineers, and customers.
• Engage in required training to develop skills in assembling and testing MTS products.

Skills

Hydro‑mechanical knowledge

Blueprint interpretation

Hand tools usage

Education

Two-year certificate in mechanics/hydraulics

Four years relevant experience

Job description

Job Description

Smart People. Smart Ideas. Smart Choice.

MTS is a leading global supplier of test and simulation systems. Formula 1 teams, leading automotive and aerospace companies, and the world's top researchers in materials and seismic engineering all rely on our systems to determine product reliability and ensure compliance with quality standards. Check out some of our amazing technology here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXOsvWpTHH4

We're looking for a Hydraulic Test Technician on 2nd Shift who will test, configure, and assemble MTS hydro-mechanical subsystems.

What You'll Do

• Test, calibrate, and assemble hydro-mechanical subsystems according to engineering blueprints and specifications, bills of materials and manufacturing process documentation:
  • Meet standards for quality, efficiency, and schedule.
  • Interpret engineering documents to determine results and processes.
  • Use hand tools, specialized tooling, and basic measuring equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair new and customer hydro-mechanical subsystems:
  • Diagnose problems.
  • Develop solutions and resolve performance issues.
• Collaborate to maintain accuracy of documents and records per MTS policies:
  • Initiate modifications and/or improvements to engineering and manufacturing documentation.
  • Actively and accurately execute non-conforming materials process.
• Participate in process and quality improvement activities.
• Exhibit professionalism on the job at MTS:
  • Behave in a respectful manner toward coworkers, engineers, supervisors, and customers.
  • Communicate effectively with coworkers, engineers, supervisors, and customers.
• Maintain and actively develop skills assembling & testing MTS products and industry technology:
  • Participate in required training.

What You Bring

• Two-year certification from college or trade school or military training in an applicable discipline (mechanics, hydraulics) OR
• Four years applicable experience in an applicable environment
• Must understand and apply basic hydro-mechanical technologies:
  • Hydraulic schematics, hydraulic flow characteristics, tube & hose sizing, proper sealing characteristics, basic structural integrity, quality, and safety in designs

Best In Class Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance: http://myitwhr.com/
• HSA/FSA with a company match
• Income protection benefits
• Industry leading 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Matching gift and volunteer program

Get Involved And Give Back

MTS supports Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that bring people together to share experiences and ideas, and we're committed to a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute their talents. Through the ITW Hearts Giving Hope Program, employees also have the chance to give back and support families in our communities.

Physical Demands (U.S. Only)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation Information

$24.60 - $34.95 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where every

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.