Prototype Technician

City of Shakopee, MN; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with profit sharing

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Emerson in Shakopee, MN seeks a hands‑on Prototype Technician to support new product development by programming, operating, and maintaining advanced circuit board manufacturing equipment. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, conformal coating, and proactive safety practices.

You will own processes, help implement new equipment, and manage maintenance across 20+ machines while supporting data collection for the Electrical Supply Chain team. A relevant technical background is required.

Qualifications

• 2 years of technician‑related experience OR 4 years of technician‑related experience with a HS diploma or GED equivalent.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States – sponsorship will not be provided

Responsibilities

• Program and operate circuit board production equipment, and troubleshoot any equipment error messages
• Program and operate the circuit board conformal coating equipment
• Lead safety activities by managing Equipment Safety Reviews, conducting department safety inspections, and implementing safety‑related action items
• Own processes in the area, including creating and maintaining procedures
• Implement new equipment and perform preventative maintenance on over 20 pieces of equipment
• Manage PCA Prototype Area chemicals by ordering, properly storing, and tracking inventory
• Order, manage, and track circuit board components, small tools, and consumable items used to build circuit boards
• Support data collection and metrics for the Electrical Supply Chain team

Skills

2 years technician experience

1800 hours technical education

4 years technician experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Are you a hands‑on technician who enjoys working with cutting‑edge technology, solving problems, and bringing new products to life? Emerson seeks a Prototype Technician in Shakopee, MN to support new product development by programming, operating, and maintaining advanced circuit board manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate circuit board production equipment, and troubleshoot any equipment error messages
• Program and operate the circuit board conformal coating equipment
• Lead safety activities by managing Equipment Safety Reviews, conducting department safety inspections, and implementing safety‑related action items
• Own processes in the area, including creating and maintaining procedures
• Implement new equipment and perform preventative maintenance on over 20 pieces of equipment
• Manage PCA Prototype Area chemicals by ordering, properly storing, and tracking inventory
• Order, manage, and track circuit board components, small tools, and consumable items used to build circuit boards
• Support data collection and metrics for the Electrical Supply Chain team

Qualifications

• 2 years of technician‑related experience and 1800 hours of technical education OR 4 years of technician‑related experience and a High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Legal authorization to work in the United States – sponsorship will not be provided

Preferred Qualifications

• 4 years of technician‑related experience and 1800 hours of technical education
• Experience in a manufacturing setting

Benefits

We provide a market‑leading 401(k) and profit‑sharing plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, family‑formation benefits, paid parental leave, an Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition programs, and flexible time‑off plans.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not offer sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.