Mechanical Technician

Modine Manufacturing Company; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Modine Manufacturing Company, based in Racine, Wisconsin, seeks a technically skilled technician to create, modify, and test components for Thermal Management Systems. The role emphasizes wiring harness work, fixture design, and data-driven testing in a hands-on environment.

You will modify prototype components, perform calibration, and train colleagues while ensuring safety and compliance. On-site presence required with occasional plant/vendor visits.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 3+ years of technical experience required.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Welding with GMAW or GTAW; aluminum and stainless steel welding preferred.
• Experience with machining and metal forming.
• Proficient with Excel and Word for calculations and reports.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic operations; EPA refrigerant handling preferred.
• Experience with instrumentation and data acquisition is a plus.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Modify existing product assemblies for testing and prototype supply.
• Create wiring harness assemblies from supplied schematics.
• Configure test setups and document data; build fixtures as needed.
• Perform testing per work order and engineer instructions.
• Record data and generate test reports for external review.
• Maintain calibration and assist with measurement system checks.
• Troubleshoot and repair test equipment; document changes.
• Train others in test equipment and methods as directed.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance; keep area clean.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Reading drawings & wiring diagrams

GMAW welding

GTAW welding

Machining & metal forming

Excel & Word

Instrumentation / data acquisition

Education

Associate Degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Hydraulic/Automotive or related

3+ years technical experience

Tools

GMAW welding

GTAW welding

Job description

For more than 100 years, Modine has solved the toughest thermal management challenges for mission-critical applications. Our purpose of Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World means we are always evolving our portfolio of technologies to provide the latest heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions. Through the hard work of more than 11,000 employees worldwide, our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments advance our purpose with systems that improve air quality, reduce energy and water consumption, lower harmful emissions, enable cleaner running vehicles, and use environmentally friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit modine.com.

Position Description

The focus of this position is the creation, modification, and testing of components and assemblies for Modine Thermal Management Systems (TMS). This includes working on new products, existing products, and testing laboratories.

Key Responsibilities

• Modify existing product (battery thermal management system) assemblies for testing and/or supply as prototype to external customers. This may include mechanical fabrication of prototype components.
• Modify or create wiring harness assemblies based on supplied schematic
• Test setup, including configuration of computer/data acquisition system, fixture design and/or fabrication and instrumentation of test article.
• Setup and perform testing in accordance with test work order and/or engineer instruction.
• Record test data and generate test reports for external review.
• Record the progress of test article (receipt, start, complete and publish dates in addition to the results, test station and technician) in the LWO log.
• Verify instrument calibration via the Master Calibration Plan
• Assist with measurement system calibration.
• Troubleshoot/maintain test equipment and record repairs or modifications.
• Train others as determined by Supervisor/Manager in the operation of test equipment and test methods.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Qualifications

• Associate Degree in an Electrical, Mechanical, and Hydraulic, Automotive or a related discipline, or 3+ years equivalent experience in a technical discipline.
• Must have good mechanical aptitude, proficiency with hand/power tools, and a familiarity with reading technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Able to weld with GMAW and/ or GTAW; ability to weld aluminum and stainless steel is highly preferred.
• Experience with machining and forming of metals.
• Must be able to use Microsoft Excel and Word to perform calculations and generate test reports.
• Must have a basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic operations. Experience with refrigerant and HVAC systems preferred. Must be able to obtain EPA section 608 and 609 refrigerant handling certification while in position.
• Prior experience with instrumentation, data acquisitions, principles of laboratory measurement preferred
• Ability to communicate effective both written and verbal is required.

Travel

• This position requires an on-site presence.
• 10% - plants, vendor, and customer visits.

Why Choose Modine?

Health & Well-being:

• Day One
  • Competitive health, dental & vision insurance coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
• After 90 days of continuous employment
  • Maternity Leave (12 weeks at 100% pay)
    • 8 weeks of short term disability leave paid at 100%
    • 4 weeks of paid parental leave paid at 100%
  • Paternity Leave (4 weeks at 100% pay)

Financial Benefits:

• 401k Retirement plan and company paid match
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Short Term Disability (company paid)
• Long Term Disability

Work-Life Balance:

• Competitive time-off policies
• Tuition Reimbursement

To view full benefits information:MyModine Benefits

Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.

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The salary range for this position is estimated in good faith to be $70k-$95k. The specific offer will depend on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and other job-related considerations but will be within the stated range. Where required by applicable law, a general description of benefits and other compensation offered for this role is also provided or made available.

This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) now or in the future. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.