Senior Engineering Technician Nordson Test & Inspection, a global leader in X-Ray & Test Systems and Optical Sensors and Metrology, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected. We're looking for a hands-on Senior Engineering Technician who thrives on solving problems, improving processes, and working directly on the production floor. In this role, you'll partner closely with engineering and operations to troubleshoot equipment, support new product introductions, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:- Troubleshoot and resolve equipment, tooling, and process issues
- Support engineering activities including testing, checkout, and prototype builds
- Perform testing and fault isolation using schematics and diagrams
- Support equipment builds, installations, and qualifications
- Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements
- Assist with process development and new product introduction
- Collect and analyze process and test data
- Maintain preventative maintenance programs
- Support continuous improvement initiatives (lean, yield, quality)
- Education and Experience Requirements:
- Associate's degree preferred2–4 years of technician or related experience
- Strong troubleshooting of electro-mechanical systems
- Ability to read schematics and technical documentation
- Experience with test equipment (oscilloscopes, diagnostic tools)
Preferred Skills and Abilities:- Background in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement
- Familiarity with data analysis tools or MES systems
- Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
Manufacturing environment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear, occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; requires close vision ability. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Noise level is usually moderate. May require ear protection for comfort in some cases. The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and some toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock.
Compensation:
Base Hourly Range for this position is: $29 to $40 per hour, and bonus target is _%; shift premium may be available depending on shift associated with the specific job opportunity.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Vision, Dental, and Health Savings Account (HSA), Retirement and Security benefits including 401k and Life Insurance. In addition to Paid Time Off and paid Holidays, each employee receives 16 hours paid time each calendar year to perform volunteer services for Nordson-sponsored events. Ample opportunities for giving exist at Nordson including our Matching Gifts Program. The base pay range for this job level is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, business considerations, and local market conditions, as well as candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, and skills.
