Engineering Technician 5
Employment Type:
Permanent
Job Category: Technician
Job Number: 54753674
Compensation: $33-42 / hour
Job Description
Engineering Technician
Pay: $33.00 – $42.00 per hour
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Location: Buffalo Grove, IL
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Location: Buffalo Grove, IL
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Job Summary
We are seeking an Engineering Technician to support manufacturing operations by providing hands-on engineering services and technical support. This role partners closely with Production Support Engineering to ensure products meet design, quality, and performance standards throughout development and production.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct complex engineering tests and development activities; analyze results and implement required changes
- Review project documentation, work instructions, and blueprints to determine test specifications and troubleshoot technical issues
- Set up and perform testing on units and components for design validation, quality control, and failure analysis
- Collect, document, and maintain test data, procedures, and equipment records
- Support hardware and software development activities as needed
- Assist with maintaining equipment and tools used in testing and development
- Train and support technicians on processes, equipment, and best practices
Qualifications & Experience
- Associate’s degree, military training, vocational training, or equivalent hands-on experience
- Typically 8–10 years of relevant engineering or manufacturing experience
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated leadership or mentoring experience preferred
Compensation & Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Tuition reimbursement
Equal Employment Opportunity
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or nationality
Meet Your Recruiter
Max Francis
Recruiting Team Lead
Max Francis is a Recruiter at Sterling Engineering, where he has been a valued member of the team for more than seven years. He focuses on supporting a key Flex account, helping connect qualified candidates with opportunities that align with their experience, goals, and long-term career path.
Max understands that making a career move is a major life decision. He enjoys helping candidates navigate the ever-changing job market and hiring process with confidence, clarity, and support. His goal is to help each candidate take the next meaningful step in their career while finding the right long-term professional home.
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