ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN at Reliant Systems Inc – Zimmerman, Minnesota

General Description:

The Engineering Technician position is responsible for system specifications and review, design review, first builds, and electromechanical solutions. This position must be able to implement solutions and solve complex electromechanical problems, as well as tune and program controllers and drives for full system solutions and builds. This is accomplished through the following essential functions:

• Advanced Manufacturing duties include machine prototyping, tool design and build, test plan development and execution.

• Systems and Controls duties include working with customers to define motion profile, specifying systems and components to meet those requirements, integrating, programming, and testing.

• Electronics duties include design and/or review of electronics for prototypes and production systems, circuit boards, and cables.

• Maintain constant communication with supervisor about job progress.

• Clean and maintain cleanliness of work area.

• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Successfully complete a criminal background check.

• Regular and reliable attendance.

• Flexibility to work overtime as business needs dictate.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to program in at least one language.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Ability to multi-task and work independently.

• Demonstrated teamwork and team building skills.

Work Experience & Knowledge Requirements:

• Experience with Servo control systems.

• Experience with Stepper control systems.

• Experience with ISO Standards and Practices is preferred.

• Background in prototyping.

• Ability to read schematics, BOM’s, Processes and test documentation.

• Experience and proficiency with MS Office including Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Education Requirements:

• Completion of a High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or five (5) or more years’ related production experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Associates degree in a technical field is strongly preferred.

• Laser Interferometry Certification is strongly preferred.