Engineering Technician - 1st Shift

Engineering Technician - 1st Shift at Goodwin Recruiting summary:

The Engineering Technician supports product testing, equipment setup, and troubleshooting on the production floor, working closely with engineers to ensure product reliability. Responsibilities include operating test equipment, performing mechanical and hydraulic tests, recording data, and assisting with prototype builds and engineering changes. The role requires hands-on mechanical aptitude, familiarity with engineering drawings, and proficiency or willingness to learn SolidWorks in a manufacturing environment.

Engineering Technician

Location: Greensboro, NC

Schedule: Full-Time, On-Site 1st Shift 7:30am to 4:30pm M-F

A growing manufacturing and engineering operation in Greensboro is seeking an Engineering Technician to support product testing, equipment setup, troubleshooting, and engineering projects on the production floor. This position is hands-on and ideal for someone who enjoys technical work, problem solving, and working closely with engineers to improve performance and reliability of component-level products.

What You Will Do

• Set up and operate test equipment, fixtures, and instrumentation for product validation
• Perform mechanical, hydraulic, and performance testing to engineering specifications
• Record test results, measurements, and findings with accuracy and attention to detail
• Assist in troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, or functional issues during testing
• Use SolidWorks and engineering drawings to support test setup, part checks, and documentation
• Install and monitor sensors, gauges, and data collection devices as needed
• Support engineering change orders, prototype builds, and product development activities
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused lab/test environment

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical aptitude with experience setting up equipment, tools, or test fixtures
• Familiarity with hydraulics, fluid power, pressure/flow systems, or related equipment preferred
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings, schematics, and technical instructions
• SolidWorks experience required or strong willingness/ability to train quickly
• Ability to collect data, complete test documentation, and work within structured processes
• Experience with gauges, calipers, micrometers, or basic dimensional measurement tools
• Strong problem-solving mindset and comfort working with engineers and cross-functional teams

Preferred Backgrounds

Candidates may come from:

• Test lab technician
• Mechanical or hydraulic technician
• Automotive, HVAC, aerospace, or industrial equipment tech
• Quality or validation technician
• Military mechanical or armament maintenance roles
• SolidWorks-capable production or maintenance technicians

The Ideal Candidate

• Is mechanically strong, detail-oriented, and curious about how things work
• Enjoys technical work, testing, and problem-solving
• Can work independently once trained and communicate clearly with engineering
• Wants a role that is more varied and technical than traditional production or machine operation

Keywords:

Engineering Technician, Product Testing, Equipment Setup, Troubleshooting, SolidWorks, Mechanical Testing, Hydraulic Systems, Prototype Builds, Engineering Drawings, Manufacturing