Manufacturing Lab Technician

Kelly Services; Orion Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Engineering in Lake Orion, MI is seeking a Manufacturing Lab Technician to support development of medical devices and gas separation technologies, applying electrical and mechanical skills across prototype hardware.

You will build, test, and troubleshoot development hardware, read schematics and drawings, solder fine-pitch components, organize lab equipment, and collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Engineering teams to achieve project goals.

Qualifications

• Degree in a technical field or related discipline.
• Hands-on troubleshooting and assembly skills.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Strong soldering skills including fine-pitch and SMT rework.
• Ability to interpret product performance testing results.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel).

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, debug, and test development hardware and prototypes.
• Support electrical testing and troubleshooting of embedded devices.
• Flash software/firmware as needed for development and testing.
• Test electronic, electrical, and mechanical devices and document results.
• Read drawings and schematics to guide assembly.
• Organize and maintain lab equipment and supplies.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Engineering teams.
• Follow lab safety procedures.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Soldering

Reading schematics

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kelly® Engineering is seeking a Manufacturing Lab Technician for an opportunity with an engineering and manufacturing client in Lake Orion, MI. If you enjoy hands-on technical work and supporting the development of innovative products, this could be an excellent opportunity to put your electrical and mechanical skills to work.

Overview

Our client is an engineering, manufacturing, and service organization specializing in medical devices and gas separation technologies. The company designs, develops, manufactures, and supports its products locally, providing solutions that integrate electrical, mechanical, and embedded technology.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, debug, and test development and prototype hardware, including electrical and mechanical systems.
• Support electrical testing and troubleshooting of embedded microprocessor-based devices and systems.
• Flash software and firmware onto devices as required to support development and testing.
• Test electronic, electrical, and mechanical devices and document results.
• Perform soldering, including fine-pitch and surface-mount rework.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Assist with mechanical assembly and product development sample builds.
• Organize and maintain laboratory equipment, tools, components, and supplies.
• Coordinate and order general materials required for laboratory activities.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Engineering teams to support project objectives.
• Follow established laboratory and workplace safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical or related field.
• Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude with hands-on troubleshooting and assembly skills.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Strong soldering skills, including fine-pitch and surface-mount rework.
• Ability to understand and interpret product performance testing results.
• Basic computer proficiency, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to support multiple projects and priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional engineering teams.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, and perform hands-on technical work throughout the workday.
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform detailed work requiring close vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Work may involve exposure to moving mechanical equipment and moderate-to-loud noise levels.