Systems Engineering Technician

MTS Systems Corporation; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA/FSA options

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Volunteer programs

Job summary

MTS Systems Corporation is seeking a hands-on Systems Engineering Technician to support the assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and checkout of complex mechanical and hydro-mechanical test systems in Eden Prairie, MN. This role suits someone who enjoys building, problem-solving, and collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams.

You will work with engineering and manufacturing partners, follow drawings and BOMs, and help document changes while supporting customer acceptance testing and

Qualifications

• Mechanical assembly aptitude and hands-on technical ability.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering prints, work instructions, and test protocols.
• Experience in product assembly, R&D testing, hydraulic/hydro-mechanical systems preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and basic digital documentation tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineering, manufacturing, and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and configure mechanical systems using drawings and BOMs.
• Perform system hook-up, tear down, rework, repair, and customer acceptance testing.
• Support operational testing to ensure systems meet quality and performance standards.
• Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate with engineering to resolve problems.
• Maintain accurate documentation and implement drawing/BOM corrections.
• Support continuous improvement to enhance quality, efficiency, and cost.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical skills

Read engineering prints

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

MS Office & docs

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

MTS Systems Corporation is looking for a hands-on Systems Engineering Technician to support the assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and checkout of complex mechanical and hydro-mechanical test systems. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys building, problem-solving, working from engineering documentation, and partnering closely with engineering and manufacturing teams.

In This Role, You Will

• Assemble and configure mechanical systems using engineering drawings, work instructions, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation
• Perform system hook-up, tear down, rework, repair, checkout, and customer acceptance testing
• Support operational testing to ensure systems meet MTS quality and performance standards
• Troubleshoot system issues and partner with engineering to resolve performance or operational concerns
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate needed drawing, BOM, or process corrections
• Support continuous improvement by looking for ways to improve quality, efficiency, and cost

What We’re Looking For

• Mechanical assembly aptitude and hands-on technical ability
• Ability to read and interpret engineering prints, work instructions, and test protocols
• Experience in product assembly, R&D testing, hydraulic systems, hydro-mechanical systems, or similar environments preferred
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and basic digital documentation tools
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineering, manufacturing, and cross-functional teams

Why MTS?

MTS is a leading global supplier of test and simulation systems used by customers in automotive, aerospace, materials, seismic, and other advanced engineering fields. As an ITW company, MTS offers the opportunity to work on complex, meaningful technology while building a career with a global manufacturing leader. Check out some of our exciting technology here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXOsvWpTHH4

We offer a competitive total rewards package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, HSA/FSA options with company match, income protection benefits, an industry-leading 401(k) plan, paid time off, parental leave, volunteer and matching gift programs, and opportunities to get involved through employee resource groups and community giving programs. You can review our benefits package here: http://myitwhr.com

Physical Demands (US Only)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation Information

$29 - $39 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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