Mechanical Engineering Technician

Protingent; Woodinville (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Protingent is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician for a contract opportunity in Woodinville, WA. In this role, you will be responsible for assembling and testing mechanical systems and supporting engineering change orders. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, 5+ years of experience in the field, and solid communication skills. Benefits include competitive salaries and various health insurance options, making it a great opportunity for skilled professionals looking to work in an innovative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Insurance plan options

Education/certification reimbursement

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401k plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years building or maintaining industrial equipment.
• Able to lift 50 lbs; comfortable in PPE.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and communication applications.

Responsibilities

• Assemble piping, gearboxes, and enclosures per models.
• Perform testing, troubleshoot faults with multimeters.
• Maintain accurate build logs and communicate issues.

Skills

Proficient reading mechanical drawings

Hands-on skill with standard shop tools

Strong written & verbal communication

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Technical trade certificate or military electro-mechanical training

Tools

Multimeter

Insulation testers

Job description

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Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Mechanical Engineering Technician

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Mechanical Engineering Technician opportunity.

Job Responsibilities:

• Build & Install – Assemble piping, gearboxes, structural frames, and sheet-metal enclosures per 3-D models, drawings, and P&IDs.
• Wire & Terminate – Route harnesses, crimp connectors, and land 24 V–480 V field devices (motors, RTDs, mass-flow controllers, pressure transmitters) into PLC marshalling panels.
• Test & Troubleshoot – Perform continuity and insulation-resistance checks, leak tests, and functional instrument calibrations; diagnose faults with multimeter, scope, or PLC diagnostics.
• Iterate Rapidly – Support engineering change-orders and quick-turn re-work on evolving prototypes; fabricate or machine simple brackets and test fixtures as needed.
• Document & Communicate – Maintain accurate build logs, red-line drawings, and update BOMs; raise issues in daily stand-ups and directly with leads and engineers as issues arise.
• Champion Safety & 5S – Enforce LOTO, PPE, and hazardous-gas protocols; keep work cells clean, organized, and inspection-ready.
• Field & Commissioning Support – Travel up to 10 % for system FAT/SATs or customer-site installs.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Job Qualifications:

• High-school diploma or GED; technical trade certificate or military electro-mechanical training strongly preferred.
• 5+ years building or maintaining industrial equipment, test stands, or process skids.
• Proficient reading mechanical drawings and electrical schematics/wiring diagrams.
• Hands-on skill with standard shop and electrical tools (tube-benders, torque wrenches, crimpers, multimeters, insulation testers).
• Able to lift 50 lbs; comfortable in PPE (steel toes, FR, respirator when required).
• Strong written & verbal communication; thrives amid rapid changes and incomplete data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint), as well as chat and teleconferencing applications (e.g. Teams, Slack)
  
  
  

Bonus Job Qualifications:

• IPC/WHMA-A-620, J-STD-001, or similar wire-harness/ soldering certification.
• Experience with PLC I/O checks, basic ladder logic, or HMI troubleshooting.
• Background in hydrogen, natural-gas, or other hazardous-gas systems.
• CNC, manual machining, or TIG welding experience for quick-turn fixtures.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP transactions and digital work-order systems.
  
  
  

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
• Pay Rate Range: TBD
• Location: Woodinville, WA.
• Must be US Citizen or GC holder
  
  
  

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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