Process Engineering Technician

Vishay manufactures one of the worlds largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive industrial computing consumer telecommunications military aerospace and medical markets. We help the worlds most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people across the world though you likely do not know it. Come join us and help us buildThe DNA of tech.

We are seeking great talent to help us build The DNA of tech.

Vishay manufactures one of the worlds largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive industrial computing consumer telecommunications military aerospace and medical markets. We help the worlds most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people across the world though you likely do not know it. Come join us and help us build The DNA of tech.

Vishay Intertechnology Inc. is a Fortune 1000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH). Learn more at .

Do you want to help us build the DNA of tech Vishay Yankton SD is currently seeking a full-time Engineering Technician responsible for hands-on ownership of equipment automation support and sustainment for the Yankton Custom Process Engineering team. This role provides day-to-day technical support for automated and semi-automated manufacturing and test equipment (including TM-500 automation winders robots and inspection systems such as OGP/Keyence) performing troubleshooting setup repair preventive maintenance support and continuous improvement to maximize uptime safety and product quality.

Job Location:

This position is located on-site Yankton SD. We are situated in Southeast South Dakota: on the banks of the Missouri River and minutes from Lewis and Clark Lake where you can enjoy a variety of outdoor recreational activities.

What you will be doing:

• Ownership of equipment automation support and sustainment for the Yankton Custom Process Engineering team by troubleshooting electrical mechanical pneumatic motion and control system issues; replace/repair components (sensors actuators drives motors valves tooling fixtures) and verify correct operation.
• Support equipment setups changeovers and qualification runs
• Perform sustainment activities to reduce repeat issues: capture problem statements document fixes update troubleshooting guides and recommend corrective actions to engineering and maintenance.
• Support preventive maintenance and calibration activities in partnership with Maintenance/Metrology; identify wear items and maintain spares/consumables for critical automation assets.
• Provide off-shift/on-call or off-site support as needed for critical issues and project support (as assigned).
• Assist engineers with automation improvement projects (minor controls changes fixture/tooling improvements sensor upgrades error-proofing) and participate in kaizen/continuous improvement activities.
• Support documentation and training: update work instructions equipment setup sheets and checklists.
• Maintain good housekeeping and 5S around automation equipment cabinets tooling and spare parts.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you will bring along:

• Knowledge and use of computers a must.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
• Ability to assemble disassemble and debug equipment.
• Ability and desire to learn new things.
• Ability to effectively problem solve.
• Good mechanical and electrical skills.
• Knowledge of electronics manufacturing and quality requirements a plus.

Please note that work is performed in a manufacturing/production environment with exposure to moving machinery electrical panels and production noise. Position requires adherence to all site EHS and LOTO requirements. Required PPE must be worn in designated areas (e.g. safety glasses hearing protection safety shoes and other PPE as required by task/area). May require standing/walking for extended periods bending reaching and lifting to established site limits with or without assistance.

What can we offer you for your talent:

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us youll experience unique career paths an open and collaborative culture a stable business that will be there for you and opportunities to work globally and locally.

Do you have the skills we need Are you ready to power your career as you power the world If so apply today.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such this position is open only to applicants who qualify as U.S. Persons as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizen lawful permanent resident refugee or asylee.

It is the policy of Vishay to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to sex race color religion national origin disability protected veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.

As an equal opportunity employer Vishay is committed to a diverse order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact assistance.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such this position is open only to applicants who qualify as U.S. Persons according to U.S. federal law.

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us youll experience unique career paths an open and collaborative culture a stable business that will be there for you and opportunities to work globally and you have the skills we need Are you ready to power your career as you power the worldIf so apply today.

Vishay is an AAP and Equal Opportunity Employer