Express Employment Professionals is seeking a hands-on Engineering Technician to support new product development, manufacturing operations, testing, validation, prototype development, and continuous improvement initiatives with one of our client companies. This position is ideal for candidates with backgrounds in maintenance, construction, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, manufacturing, testing, or engineering support roles who enjoy solving technical problems and working across multiple disciplines. This position is temporary!
As an Engineering Technician, you will work closely with engineers, production teams, quality personnel, suppliers, and fellow technicians to support the development and improvement of innovative electro-mechanical products. This role combines mechanical troubleshooting, electrical support, CAD documentation, prototype assembly, testing, validation, and technical documentation in a collaborative engineering environment.
What You'll Do
Engineering & Documentation Support
- Create, revise, and maintain detailed 2D manufacturing drawings and 3D assembly models using engineering sketches, redlines, released designs, and engineering direction.
- Support engineering, manufacturing, quality, validation, and production teams with project documentation, reports, bills of material (BOMs), engineering change activities, and controlled documents.
- Assist in developing, refining, and executing test procedures, assembly instructions, setup guides, training materials, and work instructions.
- Maintain accurate documentation and communicate technical observations, test results, and recommendations.
Prototype Development & Troubleshooting
- Assemble, modify, troubleshoot, repair, and rework prototypes and development products.
- Support mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical product development activities.
- Coordinate prototype builds, sample tracking, and engineering inventory.
- Perform hands-on troubleshooting and root-cause investigation of product and process issues.
Testing & Validation
- Execute firmware flashing procedures using proprietary and commercial software utilities.
- Conduct functional testing and diagnostic evaluations on electro-mechanical assemblies.
- Assist engineers with testing activities, data collection, reporting, fixture setup, and equipment preparation.
- Support validation programs and product development testing.
Technical Equipment & Laboratory Support
- Operate and maintain engineering lab equipment, including:
- Multimeters
- Oscilloscopes
- Power supplies
- Data acquisition systems
- Engineering test instrumentation
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree in a technical discipline and at least 1 year of related experience OR High School Diploma/GED and 3+ years of relevant technical experience.
- Experience in engineering support, manufacturing support, quality, testing, prototyping, maintenance, troubleshooting, technical documentation, or related technical fields.
- Working knowledge of CAD software (such as Creo, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, AutoCAD, etc.) and the ability to create or revise manufacturing drawings and assembly documentation.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with developing electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to follow procedures, organize technical information, document work, and communicate results clearly.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic document management tools.
- Strong teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience building and troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems, actuators, valves, controls, harnesses, or related products.
- Familiarity with engineering test equipment including multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and data acquisition systems.
- Experience using firmware flashing, calibration, diagnostic, or programming utility tools.
- Exposure to product development, prototype builds, validation testing, engineering change processes, or manufacturing launches.
Benefits:
Express Employment Professionals offers a full range of benefits including:
- Health
- Vision
- Dental
- Life
- Short-Term Disability
- Weekly Pay
- Referral Bonuses
Contact Us:
If you are interested in learning more about this position, please email a resume to [email protected] OR call Express Employment Professionals at for an immediate phone interview! You may view a complete list of our available positions at www.expresspros.com/LincolnNE/Job-Openings.aspx.
About Us:
Express Employment Professionals works with job seekers to help find the right job for their skills and experience. We have a variety of jobs available, including full-time, direct placement, and temporary positions. As one of the leading staffing companies in North America, Nebraska, and Lincoln, we’re ready to help you take the next step in your career.
Building your career. Building Relationships. Apply with Express today.
Express Employment Professionals is an equal-opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a disabled individual, or any other protected group status or non-job-related characteristic as directed by law.
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Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
