Sr. Engineering Technician

Techtronic Industries; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust health, dental and vision

Generous 401(k) savings plan

Education assistance

On-site wellness and fitness center

Food and coffee service

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Sr. Engineering Lab Technician to oversee lab operations, run advanced tests, analyze data, and mentor junior staff.

You will collaborate with engineers and cross‑functional teams to support innovative engineering initiatives in a fast-paced environment. The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and hands-on expertise in electronics, motors, pneumatics, and control systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate degree in a technical field and 7–10 years' experience, or a high school diploma with extensive hands-on experience.
• Strong fundamentals in electronics, AC/DC circuits, motors, sensors, pneumatics and controllers.
• Hands-on mechanical abilities and toolbox skills; soldering and wiring capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead setup, execution and analysis of engineering tests, including prototyping and performance assessments.
• Oversee daily lab operations: calibration, inventory, and 6S standards.
• Collect and analyze test data, prepare reports, and communicate findings to engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Safety procedures

Education

Technical degree required (Electrical/Electronic/Automation/Mechanical)

High School Diploma with extensive experience

Tools

LabVIEW

PLCs

Safety controllers

IO Link

SolidWorks (Electrical/Mechanical)

Data acquisition systems

Job description

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Engineering Lab Supervisor, the Sr. Engineering Lab Technician will collaborate with engineers, SME's and cross-functional teams to drive project success. You will oversee lab operations, conduct advanced testing, perform data analysis and mentor junior staff to support engineering initiatives. The senior-level role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership and problem-solving skills to maintain high standards of safety, accuracy and innovation in a fast-paced engineering environment.

• Lead the setup, execution and analysis of engineering tests, including prototyping, material evaluations, and performance assessments to validate designs and specifications


• Exercise responsibility for thoroughness, timeliness and accuracy of work performed


• Oversee daily lab operations, including equipment calibration, inventory management and 6s standards


• Collect, document and analyze test data using tools like oscilloscopes, multimeters, and data acquisition systems, prepare detailed reports and communicate findings to engineering team


• Diagnose and resolve issues with lab equipment and experimental setups


• Mentor junior technicians and interns on best practices, safety procedures, and technical skills


• Perform preventative equipment maintenance and repairs of lab equipment


• Knowledge of machine component applications and assembly


• Assemble/wire experimental bench top solutions based on minimal engineer input


• Wire production electrical control panels based on wiring schematics


• Participate in the improvement and development of testing and automated machinery


• Agility to multi-task while maintaining efficiency and organization


• Communicate effectively with engineers and technicians


• Contribute to organizational goals and objectives

What TOOLS you’ll bring with you:

• Bachelor's or associate degree in a technical field (Electrical, Electronic, Automation, Mechanical) and 7-10 years' experience or High School Diploma with extensive experience


• Fundamentals of electronics, AC/DC circuits, motors, sensors, pneumatics and controllers


• Fundamental mechanical abilities and hands on experience


• Strong organizational, problem solving and troubleshooting skills


• Able to use hand tools and power tools


• Ability to solder and wire components


• Knowledge of mechatronics incorporating mechanical, pneumatics, and electrical components

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with LabVIEW, PLCs, safety controllers, IO link


• Basic skills in Electrical and/or Mechanical SolidWorks


• Hands-on fabrication experience i.e. mill, lathe, welding, etc.


• Experience with data collection systems and sensor integration


• Familiarity with NFPA79 or EN 60204-1 wire standards

We provide these great perks and benefits:

• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans.


• Generous 401 (K) savings plan.


• Education assistance.


• On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service.


• And many more, check out our benefits site HERE.

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.