Prototype Technician

Emerson; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Shakopee, MN is seeking a hands-on Prototype Technician to support new product development by programming, operating, and maintaining advanced circuit board manufacturing equipment. You will work within the Electrical Supply Chain team to build prototype boards, improve processes, champion safety, and drive innovation from concept to reality.

The role requires 2 years of technician experience with 1800 hours of technical education or 4 years of technician experience with a HS

Qualifications

• 2 years technician related experience and 1800 hours of technical education OR 4 years technician related experience and a High School 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 in the area by managing Equipment Safety Reviews, leading department safety inspections, and implementing any safety related action items
• Own processes in the area which includes creating and maintaining procedures
• Implement new equipment and complete 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

Technician experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Circuit board equipment

Job description

Are you a hands‑on technician who enjoys working with cutting‑edge technology, solving problems, and bringing new products to life? Emerson is looking for a Prototype Technician to join our team in Shakopee, MN. In this role, you'll play a key part in supporting new product development by programming, operating, and maintaining advanced circuit board manufacturing equipment. Working within our Electrical Supply Chain team, you'll collaborate with engineering and design teams to build prototype circuit boards, improve processes, champion safety initiatives, and help drive innovation from concept to reality. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced technical environment and is eager to expand their skills while making a meaningful impact on the development of new technologies.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• 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 in the area by managing Equipment Safety Reviews, leading department safety inspections, and implementing any safety related action items
• Own processes in the area which includes creating and maintaining procedures
• Implement new equipment and complete 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

Who You Are:

You research initiatives and try new approaches. You know how to prepare for unexpected outcomes and try different solutions. You focus on creating an effective collaborative style. You think about multiple ways to get the same outcome.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• 2 years technician related experience and 1800 hours of technical education OR 4 years 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 That Set You Apart:

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

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

We recognize that for our organization to support a diverse workforce, we must focus on employee wellbeing. We know that to do your best work, you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a market‑leading 401(k) and profit‑sharing plan, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, family formation benefits in addition to paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work‑life balance and offers flexible time off plans, inclusive of vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Our goal is to offer a strong benefits foundation while allowing employees the flexibility to choose options that best suit their needs.

Compensation:

The starting salary for this role is $50,000-64,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities and experience each candidate brings to the role.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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