Senior Engineering & Equipment Technician

Top Prospect Group; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

PTO and holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Training opportunities

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Top Prospect Group seeks a Senior Engineering & Equipment Technician to support automated and semi-automated manufacturing equipment in a cleanroom environment in Wallingford, CT. This hands-on role emphasizes troubleshooting, repair, preventive maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will have 5–8+ years in maintaining complex manufacturing equipment, with strong electro-mechanical skills, experience reading electrical schematics, and the ability to mentor

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automated manufacturing equipment
• Strong electro‑mechanical troubleshooting experience
• Hands‑on experience with automated production machinery
• Proficiency using oscilloscopes, multimeters, current probes, and other electrical diagnostic tools
• Experience troubleshooting motors, actuators, sensors, pneumatics, vacuum systems, fluid-handling systems, and motion-control equipment
• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, I/O drawings, and pneumatic diagrams
• Strong preventive maintenance, equipment reliability, and root‑cause troubleshooting experience
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with engineering, maintenance, and production teams

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, calibrate, and maintain automated and semi-automated manufacturing equipment
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical/electronic, pneumatic, fluidic, and motion-control systems
• Use oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, current probes, power analyzers, and other diagnostic equipment to identify equipment failures
• Troubleshoot motors, actuators, sensors, pneumatics, vacuum systems, fluid-handling equipment, and automated systems
• Serve as a senior technical resource for recurring or complex equipment problems
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to improve equipment uptime and reliability
• Conduct root-cause analysis and implement long-term corrective actions
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to resolve equipment and manufacturing process issues
• Support equipment modifications, validation, qualification, and process‑improvement activities
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, I/O drawings, mechanical drawings, and pneumatic diagrams
• Train and mentor operators and less‑experienced technicians on equipment setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Maintain accurate equipment maintenance and calibration records
• Support ISO 13485 documentation and audit requirements
• Assist with facility and infrastructure equipment when required

Skills

Electro-mechanical troubleshooting

Troubleshooting automated equipment

Read electrical schematics

Documentation and records

Strong communication

Education

Associate degree in Manufacturing

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Current probes

Power analyzers

PLCs and HMIs

Job description

Location: Wallingford, CT

Type: Direct Hire

Pay: $28.80–$35/hr., based on experience

Schedule: Full-Time, Onsite

Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits Package

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineering & Equipment Technician to support automated and semi-automated manufacturing equipment in a cleanroom manufacturing environment.

This is a senior-level, hands-on technical position focused on equipment troubleshooting, repair, preventive maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will have strong electro‑mechanical troubleshooting skills and extensive experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment.

This individual will serve as a technical resource for production and engineering teams, helping maximize equipment uptime, diagnose complex failures, and improve overall equipment reliability.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, calibrate, and maintain automated and semi-automated manufacturing equipment
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical/electronic, pneumatic, fluidic, and motion-control systems
• Use oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, current probes, power analyzers, and other diagnostic equipment to identify equipment failures
• Troubleshoot motors, actuators, sensors, pneumatics, vacuum systems, fluid-handling equipment, and automated systems
• Serve as a senior technical resource for recurring or complex equipment problems
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to improve equipment uptime and reliability
• Conduct root-cause analysis and implement long-term corrective actions
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to resolve equipment and manufacturing process issues
• Support equipment modifications, validation, qualification, and process‑improvement activities
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, I/O drawings, mechanical drawings, and pneumatic diagrams
• Train and mentor operators and less‑experienced technicians on equipment setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Maintain accurate equipment maintenance and calibration records
• Support ISO 13485 documentation and audit requirements
• Assist with facility and infrastructure equipment when required

Required Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automated manufacturing equipment
• Strong electro‑mechanical troubleshooting experience
• Hands‑on experience with automated production machinery and manufacturing equipment
• Proficiency using oscilloscopes, multimeters, current probes, and other electrical diagnostic tools
• Experience troubleshooting motors, actuators, sensors, pneumatics, vacuum systems, fluid‑handling systems, and motion‑control equipment
• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, I/O drawings, and pneumatic diagrams
• Strong preventive maintenance, equipment reliability, and root‑cause troubleshooting experienceStrong communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with engineering, maintenance, and production teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PLCs and HMIs
• Exposure to National Instruments and Beckhoff systems
• Experience improving equipment reliability and reducing downtime
• Knowledge of machining, molding, assembly, and other manufacturing processes
• Experience working in a cleanroom, medical device, life sciences, or regulated manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with ISO 13485
• Previous experience training or mentoring technicians

Education

Associate degree in Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, Electronics, Mechatronics, Electro‑Mechanical Technology, or a related discipline preferred.

Equivalent hands‑on technical experience will also be considered.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: $28.80–$35.00/hr., based on experience

This direct‑hire opportunity offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee development and training opportunities
• Tuition assistance and additional employee benefits

About Us

Founded in 2010, Top Prospect Group specializes in connecting high-quality candidates with top-tier clients.

In 2023, we joined HW Staffing Solutions, expanding our national footprint across manufacturing, engineering, logistics, and technology.