Engineering Technician II - Prototypes
$60,320–$64,480 year
On-siteLoveland, Colorado, United States
Job Summary
Conduct advanced prototype development for generator and distribution containment systems by reading GD&T, welding designs, and assembling power generation equipment. Evaluate prototypes throughout the development process, operating load banks for testing and troubleshooting complex system-level issues. Perform quality checks on manufactured parts, maintain shop equipment and parts inventory, and communicate project status to internal personnel and engineers. Mentor Engineering Technicians I and support continuous improvements in quality, safety, and productivity while adhering to all Mesa safety requirements. Work Monday through Friday with occasional Saturday shifts in a general manufacturing environment.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1-2 years of experience as a Mesa Engineering Technician or in a related field
- Demonstrated technical contributions to projects
- Performed Engineering Technician I job duties with a high level of quality and productivity; to the satisfaction of the Team Lead and Manager
- Valid driver's license and driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers
- Must be able to pass a WorkSTEPS physical
- Willing to consent to and pass a background check and drug screening
- Customer focused attitude, with a high level of professionalism and discretion
- Work schedule is Monday - Friday 7a.m. - 5p.m. and occasionally Saturday
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers
- Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Basic understanding and knowledge of hand tools and measuring equipment
- Excellent organizational skills
- Self-motivated and able to work with little to no supervision
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Task and detail orientated
- Ability to work under stress in high pressure situations
- Able to handle frequent interruptions and handle conflict in an effective manner
- Possess the ability to be a team player
- Adaptability and ability to work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
- Possess a positive and energetic self-starter attitude, with excellent drive, ambition and work ethic
- Ability to communicate ideas effectively and maintain deadlines
- Regularly lift and/or move up to 25lbs
- Occasionally lift and/or move more then 50lbs
- Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
- Reading and understanding GD&T
- Participating in design reviews
- Assessing designs for predictability, maintainability, safety and reliability
- Welding prototype designs for generator and distribution containments
- Assembling power generation equipment
- Identifying and resolving issues that arise during prototype and testing phases
- Operating Load banks for power generation equipment testing
- Maintaining shop equipment
- Maintaining a safe, clean and effective working environment
- Maintaining parts inventory stock levels as well as coordinating delivery and receiving of project components
- Communicating with internal personnel on project status, recommendations, and completion dates
- Communicating with engineers on design, assembly or process issues
- Performing quality checks on manufactured parts
- Understanding of Mesa internal processes and procedures
- Acting as liaison between development and other departments during events
- Troubleshooting complex issues at the systems level
- Supporting continuing efforts to improve quality, safety and productivity
- Mentoring Engineering Technicians I technically
- Aiding in managing project timelines and ensuring efficiency of development
- Adherence and enforcement of all Mesa safety requirements
- Performing all duties as assigned
- Computer Software-CAD & SOLIDWORKS
- Required Shop Tools
Desired Qualifications
- Associates in a related field
- EGSA certification
- 2-3 years' experience with mechanical & electrical fabrication and assembly
- 2-3+ years of Mesa experience
- Honorably discharged service veterans
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