Manufacturing Engineering Technician I – Assembly

Title: Manufacturing Engineering Technician Assembly
Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company
Location: St. Paul MN 55114
Duration: 2 Years (Possible Extension)
Shift: 1st Shift (8:00 AM 4:30 PM Overtime Possible)

Key Responsibilities

Build integrate test and troubleshoot electro-mechanical drone sensor assemblies cameras and gimbals
Perform wired assembly integration box builds and cable assembly work
Support production planning and ensure timely completion of production orders
Conduct system checkout testing fault diagnosis and repair activities
Program circuit card assemblies (CCA) and perform product validation testing
Support design-for-manufacturing (DFM) initiatives and production design updates
Create and maintain technical documentation and manufacturing records
Coordinate engineering changes drawings and design updates with internal teams and contract manufacturers
Perform optical assembly alignment focusing and flight testing activities
Ensure delivery of defect-free products and maintain production quality standards
Support material planning and inventory requirements for production builds
Serve as liaison between engineering teams and manufacturing partners

Required Skills

Electro-mechanical assembly experience
Cable assembly and box build experience
Soldering and wiring experience
Troubleshooting and fault isolation skills
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions
Strong mechanical aptitude
Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint proficiency
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Problem-solving and diagnostic skills

Preferred Skills

PTC Creo or other 3D CAD software experience
Design for Manufacturing (DFM) experience
Optical assembly and alignment experience
Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) programming experience
Quality Assurance and change management experience
Drone/UAV systems experience
Flight testing experience
Contract manufacturing support experience

Education & Experience

Associate Degree in Electronics or related technical discipline preferred
Two-year technical diploma military technical certification or equivalent experience accepted
Candidates without a degree must have 2 years of relevant experience
Part 107 Certification required within 3 months of employment

Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or Green Card Holders. The company does not accept candidates requiring sponsorship now or future including OPT CPT or H-1B visa holders.

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