Senior Manufacturing Technician - Nitinol

ManpowerGroup; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Education reimbursement

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

ManpowerGroup, via Manpower Engineering, seeks a Senior Engineering Technician specialized in Nitinol for our White Bear Lake, MN site, with occasional travel to Fridley, MN. Direct hire, on‑site role focused on development, characterization, and transition of Nitinol-based technologies into production.

Responsibilities include advanced technical support, SME for equipment and processes, and documentation for scalable manufacturing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 2-year technical degree strongly preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in engineering, manufacturing or process development environment.
• Experience working with Nitinol and Stainless‑Steel post processing, strongly preferred (e.g. chemical processing, heat setting, micro‑blasting, or electropolishing).
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably medical device or OEM manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP, SPC, and manufacturing documentation systems.
• Demonstrated experience supporting complex projects through commercialization.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple technical priorities.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting positive customer and stakeholder experiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced, hands‑on technical support for engineering and process development projects.
• Serve as a subject‑matter expert for equipment, tooling, and manufacturing process setup, including preparation for long‑term and scalable manufacturing.
• Apply structured problem‑solving and critical thinking to define process strategies, resolve complex technical challenges, and make data‑driven decisions.
• Develop, draft, and maintain manufacturing and process documentation, including work instructions, setup sheets, certification checklists, visual aids, and related materials.
• Establish and document process windows, process controls, and key operating parameters.
• Support the transition of new products and technologies from development into production, including training and coaching manufacturing personnel.
• Provide ongoing engineering and manufacturing support to optimize processes, tooling, and production performance through controlled and documented process changes.
• Utilize ERP, SPC, and related systems to support engineering activities, manufacturing coordination, scheduling, and shipment responsibilities.
• Provide technical support to Sales, Customers, and cross‑functional teams as requested.
• Train and mentor technicians and other team members based on demonstrated expertise and experience.
• Maintain compliance with established quality systems, process change procedures, and documentation standards.

Skills

Nitinol knowledge

Stainless steel post processing

ERP systems

SPC

Manufacturing documentation

Regulated manufacturing

Project commercialization

Independent work

Customer-focused

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year technical degree

Tools

ERP

Job description

Manpower Engineering is partnering with a leader in medical device manufacturing for a Senior Engineering Technician – Nitinol.

Job Title

Senior Engineering Technician - Nitinol

Location

White Bear Lake, MN (Occasional travel to Fridley, MN)

Pay

$32-$38/hour

Duration

Direct Hire

Job Function Summary

The Senior Engineering Technician-Nitinol provides advanced technical and engineering support to cross‑functional teams responsible for the development, characterization, commercialization, and sustainment of new technology platforms and manufacturing processes. This role is recognized as an engineering process expert, operating with minimal direction and applying broad experience, sound judgment, and creativity to solve complex technical and manufacturing challenges. The Senior Engineering Technician position will be focused on the Nitinol and Metals department, with the ability to flex to other departments as needed.

This is an onsite position in our White Bear Lake, MN location with flexibility to go to the Fridley, MN location as needed.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide advanced, hands‑on technical support for engineering and process development projects, requiring minimal engineering direction.
• Serve as a subject‑matter expert for equipment, tooling, and manufacturing process setup, including preparation for long‑term and scalable manufacturing.
• Apply structured problem‑solving and critical thinking to define process strategies, resolve complex technical challenges, and make data‑driven decisions.
• Develop, draft, and maintain manufacturing and process documentation, including work instructions, setup sheets, certification checklists, visual aids, and related materials.
• Establish and document process windows, process controls, and key operating parameters.
• Support the transition of new products and technologies from development into production, including training and coaching manufacturing personnel.
• Provide ongoing engineering and manufacturing support to optimize processes, tooling, and production performance through controlled and documented process changes.
• Utilize ERP, SPC, and related systems to support engineering activities, manufacturing coordination, scheduling, and shipment responsibilities.
• Provide technical support to Sales, Customers, and cross‑functional teams as requested.
• Train and mentor technicians and other team members based on demonstrated expertise and experience.
• Maintain compliance with established quality systems, process change procedures, and documentation standards.

Education and Required Skills

• High school diploma or GED required; 2-year technical degree strongly preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in engineering, manufacturing or process development environment.
• Experience working with Nitinol and Stainless‑Steel post processing, strongly preferred (e.g. chemical processing, heat setting, micro‑blasting, or electropolishing).
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably medical device or OEM manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP, SPC, and manufacturing documentation systems.
• Demonstrated experience supporting complex projects through commercialization.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple technical priorities.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting positive customer and stakeholder experiences.

Benefits

Total compensation package also includes eligibility for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, education reimbursement, paid parental leave and paid time off.

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of

Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions

Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought‑after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.