Mechanical Engineering Technician

The Dupont Group; Virginia, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DuPont in Virginia (Ridgeway site) seeks a Mechanical Engineering Technician with an Associate’s degree and 10+ years' experience to support manufacturing operations, design fixtures, read and create drawings, and program CNC machining centers.

You will collaborate with the Pencader site team in Newark, DE, oversee MOC processes, develop work instructions, and help optimize processes while upholding drafting standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in mechanical engineering technology or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical tech/manufacturing.
• Proficiency in CNC programming and CAD/CAM 3D modeling.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Self-motivated with ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical support for manufacturing operations including CNC machining of Vespel parts and shapes.
• Program and optimize CNC machining centers.
• Design and fabricate tooling, fixtures, and inspection gauges for discrete part manufacturing.
• Oversee the MOC process to ensure changes are reviewed and documented.
• Create work instructions to support new parts and operations.
• Support capital planning for manufacturing and facility equipment needs.
• Provide project support and documentation management.
• Interface with Pencader site Manufacturing Technology and Quality teams.
• Provide regular progress updates to project leaders and stakeholders.
• Follow Pencader drafting standards and practices.

Skills

CNC programming

CAD/CAM modeling

Communication

Excel data analysis

Quality mindset

Attention to detail

ASME GD&T

Education

Associate’s degree in mechanical engineering technology

Tools

SolidWorks

PDM software

Job description

## Mechanical Engineering TechnicianApply: On-site: Virginia, United States: Full time: Posted Yesterday: 250474WAt DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont CareersThe Dupont Vespel business is looking for a full-time **Mechanical Engineering Technician** to join the team. **\\*\\*This position is located at our Ridgeway, VA site.\\*\\*** We are looking for a Mechanical Engineering Technician with an Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology or a related field. A successful candidate will possess a technical foundation in mechanical equipment design / troubleshooting and machining, a quality-focused mindset, and the organization, communication skills, and initiative to support a mixed manufacturing environment. This role involves designing fixtures, reading and creating drawings, programming CNC machining centers, and helping optimize manufacturing processes **at the Ridgeway Site**, as well as working with the Operations team at the Pencader Site in Newark, DE. **Key Responsibilities:*** Provide on-site technical support for manufacturing operations including CNC machining of Vespel parts and shapes* Program and optimize CNC machining centers* Design and fabricate tooling, fixtures, and inspection gauges for discrete part manufacturing* Oversee the Management of Change (MOC) process to ensure production/technology changes are thoroughly reviewed and documented.* Create work instructions to support new parts and operations.* Support capital planning for manufacturing and facility equipment needs.* Provide project support, including development of basic data, documentation management, and technical assistance.* Interface with the Manufacturing Technology and Quality organizations at the Pencader site* Provide regular updates and communicate progress to project team leaders and stakeholders.* Understand and adhere to Pencader Mechanical Drafting standards and practices**Required Qualifications:*** Associate’s degree in mechanical engineering technology or a related field* Minimum 10 years of experience* Proficiency in CNC programming* Proficiency in CAD/CAM 3D modeling* Strong written and verbal communication skills* Proficient in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, documentation, and reporting* Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality* Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively* Proficiency in ASME 14.5 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing**Preferred Qualifications:*** Experience using SolidWorks* Experience using Product Data Management (PDM) software* Experience in a discreet manufacturing environment, particularly with change management processes.