Junior Engineering Technician — CAD, Testing & Docs

Vytran LLC; Sparta Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Thorlabs in Sparta, NJ is seeking a technically skilled individual to join our engineering support team. The role focuses on product development, design documentation, and collaboration with production to ensure quality and manufacturability.

Responsibilities include creating engineering change orders, updating documents, and providing hands-on technical support. Candidates should have 1–2 years in a technical field, proficiency with 3D CAD tools like SolidWorks, and a HS diploma.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of previous experience in a technical field.
• Previous experience with 3D CAD modeling software.
• High School diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Creates Engineering Change Orders and updates revision-controlled documents.
• Performs product development, including creating and supporting design components and documentation.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of design standards, while ensuring design consistency and manufacturability.
• Maintains accurate product documentation and work instructions.
• Provides technical support to the production team.
• Assists in solid modeling, creation and/or review of manufacturing prints and documentation.
• Interacts with vendors to aid in the quoting process and communicate quality expectations.
• Creates test reports and performs product testing for both new and existing designs.

Skills

3D CAD modeling software

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Troubleshooting mechanical issues

Written work instructions feedback

Hand tools

Power tools

Team collaboration

Autonomy

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Thorlabs in Sparta, NJ is seeking a technically skilled individual to join our engineering support team. The role focuses on product development, design documentation, and collaboration with production to ensure quality and manufacturability.

Responsibilities include creating engineering change orders, updating documents, and providing hands-on technical support. Candidates should have 1–2 years in a technical field, proficiency with 3D CAD tools like SolidWorks, and a HS diploma.