Senior Engineering Technician

Sterling Engineering; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United States is seeking an Engineering Technician to support manufacturing operations. This role involves conducting complex engineering tests, reviewing project documentation, and ensuring products meet design and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have an associate's degree or equivalent experience and typically 8–10 years in engineering or manufacturing. Strong communication and leadership skills are preferred. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 8–10 years of relevant engineering or manufacturing experience.
• Demonstrated leadership or mentoring experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex engineering tests, analyze results, and implement changes.
• Review project documentation and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Set up and perform testing for design validation and quality control.
• Collect and maintain test data and equipment records.
• Support hardware and software development activities as needed.
• Train and support technicians on processes and best practices.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Job Summary

We are seeking an Engineering Technician to support manufacturing operations by providing hands‑on engineering services and technical support. This role partners closely with Production Support Engineering to ensure products meet design, quality, and performance standards throughout development and production.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct complex engineering tests and development activities; analyze results and implement required changes
• Review project documentation, work instructions, and blueprints to determine test specifications and troubleshoot technical issues
• Set up and perform testing on units and components for design validation, quality control, and failure analysis
• Collect, document, and maintain test data, procedures, and equipment records
• Support hardware and software development activities as needed
• Assist with maintaining equipment and tools used in testing and development
• Train and support technicians on processes, equipment, and best practices

Qualifications & Experience

• Associate’s degree, military training, vocational training, or equivalent hands‑on experience
• Typically 8–10 years of relevant engineering or manufacturing experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership or mentoring experience preferred
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and sick time

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or nationality