Advanced Engineering Technician

ACARA Solutions and our client in McLeansville, NC have a contract-to-hire position available

Advanced Engineering Technician

$32.17 per hour plus OT

Here's what you'd do:

• Working with Engineering, Operations Support, and individuals in other departments, the Advanced Engineering Technician will support engineering activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototype electro-mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices, or specialized test equipment.
• Interprets basic engineering drawings, diagrams, and schematics
• Constructs, modifies, debugs, troubleshoots, calibrates, tests, and adjusts a variety of tools, equipment, and systems
• Conducts, analyzes, and documents statistically based experiments to define process parameters
• Implements and documents complex solutions for process improvement
• Designs and constructs basic tooling and fixtures to accomplish unique tasks
• Organizes, analyzes, and interprets data to identify cause/effect relationships and recommends resolution/process improvement.

Job Requirements

Required Skills / Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree with 3 years of experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience supporting engineering activities in electro-mechanical systems.
• Minimum 3 years of experience interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and diagrams

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:

• Solid knowledge and proficiency in the use of fabrication tools
• Ability to fabricate complex hardware
• Solid knowledge of generally accepted technical theory
• Advance machining capabilities using manual as well as CNC-controlled equipment (HAAS Mills, 4th and 5th Axis, Lathes)
• Ability to use SolidWorks or other CAM software proficiently
• Ability to communicate with peers and engineering to aid in design concepts.
• Ability to use GD&T
• Ability to use measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, bore gauge, etc.
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Superior communication and collaboration skills.

Additional Information :

• Requires the ability to obtain an Active Secret Clearance
• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Ability to work standing for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift min 50 lbs
• Ability to work overtime on as needed basis
• Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a 'U.S. Person', as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.

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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.