Engineering Technician

Summary: True Bear Engineering, LLC (TBE), doing business as Appleton Control Systems (ACS), is a small company that provides engineered products for mechanical drive systems, electrical controls, and marine equipment. By the nature of being a small company, each employee has a broad range of responsibilities, and TBE is looking for a person who is willing to work with the team and provide support sometimes outside of their direct responsibilities. The Engineering Technician is responsible for the mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, testing, and other duties within the shop. They will perform tasks both within the shop and in the office as requested by engineers, which could include data entry and CAD support. Typical tasks include wiring of controllers, assembling machinery, testing equipment, measuring parts, inventory management, and packaging parts for shipment. They will be responsible for the production area, activities being performed within the shop, and helping maintain a safe working environment. The Engineering Technician will have a broad knowledge of electrical and mechanical equipment and how it operates. Engineers will assist in training and will work with the Engineering Technician to complete tasks. They must be capable of performing light duty manual labor on a regular basis and willing to learn. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: - Assembly of equipment in accordance with drawings and engineering direction. - Wire the assembled panels per drawings and understand wire sizes and color codes - Layout backplates and enclosures per drawings, drill and/or cut openings as needed - Test and inspect equipment for proper functionality with engineering support. - Crate and package parts for shipping. - Light fabrication, such as drilling, tapping, sanding, spray painting, and grinding. - Occasionally build or repair crates for shipping. - Moving material and maintaining the stock of inventory. - Read engineering drawings, including mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and wire lists. - Use inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, feeler gauges, tape measures, and electrical multimeters. - Maintain cleanliness and organization of the shop. - Occasionally deliver and pick up equipment using the company truck. (Must have a valid driver's license.) **Skills/Abilities: ** - Ability to focus and be productive with limited supervision. [Ability to follow written and verbal direction.[]{ccp-props="{" 201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559685":1080,"335559739":0,"335559740":240,"335572071":0,"335572072":0,"335572073":4278190080=""}]{contrast="auto"}