Job Description

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job Title: Engineering Technician

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

DwyerOmega is a globally trusted leader in manufacturing innovative instrumentation solutions for the Process Measurement, Automation, Control and HVAC markets. With very strong brand recognition and high levels of customer loyalty, DwyerOmega has an unmatched reputation for providing customized solutions that meet and exceed customer needs. Our team of engineering experts help our customers select technical, and often configured, product solutions for their unique applications.

The company offers over 300,000 state-of-the-art products for process measurement and control of temperature, humidity, pressure, strain, force, flow, level, pH, conductivity, and indoor air quality, and is a recognized global leader in the digital marketing of technical products. The products that we manufacture are used to control and drive process efficiency, creating safe and sustainable environments.

At DwyerOmega, we enable our customers to improve the world – one measurement at a time. We achieve this through our unwavering commitment to technology, customer service, and overall continuous improvement. Every day, we strive to cultivate a culture of ingenuity, empowerment, accountability, adaptability, and speed.

The company’s corporate headquarters are based in Michigan City, Indiana, and Norwalk, CT with manufacturing locations and sales offices located throughout the world.

Summary:

DwyerOmega is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Engineering Technician to support product development, testing, validation, and manufacturing operations at its Michigan City, Indiana headquarters. This role serves as a technical resource for Engineering and Manufacturing teams by conducting electrical testing, troubleshooting products and systems, supporting new product development activities, and maintaining test equipment and automated test systems. 

The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience with electrical and electronic systems, instrumentation, and product testing. This position plays a critical role in supporting product performance, continuous improvement initiatives, and engineering project execution. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform electrical, electronic, and electromechanical testing on development and production products.
• Assist engineers with product development, validation, and qualification testing activities.
• Build, assemble, modify, and troubleshoot electrical and electronic test setups, prototypes, and fixtures.
• Operate test equipment including multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and data acquisition systems.
• Maintain test equipment and coordinate repair and preventative maintenance activities.
• Collect, analyze, and document test data and prepare technical reports.
• Support root cause investigations and troubleshooting of product failures and manufacturing issues.
• Evaluate returned products and perform failure analysis on electrical and electronic components.
• Create and maintain test procedures, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Support manufacturing operations by troubleshooting electrical product and process issues.
• Participate in new product introductions and engineering change implementation.
• Assist in developing test fixtures and automated testing solutions.
• Maintain and enhance data acquisition and automated testing systems.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, cost reduction, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to improve product performance and manufacturability.
• Ability to travel up to 25%

Qualifications and Educational Requirements:

• Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, Mechatronics, or related technical discipline.
• Two or more years of experience in electrical testing, electronics manufacturing, product validation, or engineering support preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical and electronic circuits.
• Familiarity with test equipment, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems.
• Knowledge of industrial controls, pneumatics, sensors, conveyors, machine safety and vision systems.
• Experience with assembly automation, robotics, controls integration, machine design and manufacturing process optimization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with ERP systems preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, leadership and influencing skills with ability to work effectively independently and within cross-functional teams.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents, schematics, and specifications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, operations personnel, suppliers, and customers.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to stand and walk throughout a manufacturing facility for extended periods.
• Ability to work with hand tools, measurement equipment, and testing devices.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

NOTE: DwyerOmega is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We believe in transparent and equitable pay. All U.S. job postings include a good-faith salary range based on role, location, experience, and internal equity. We’re happy to discuss compensation openly throughout the hiring process.

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