Engineering Technician

Position: Engineering Technician

Location: Sparks, MD

Employment Type: Contract on W2 (Must be US Citizens, Green Card holders, or EAD/OPT/CPT).

Hours: Monday through Thursday 6pm–6am, with training on M‑T 6am–6pm.

Duration: 12 months

Level of

Experience:

Mid‑Level

Client: Medical Device Company

Job Category: Operations

• Reports directly to Engineering Manager or Production Supervisor.
• Performs routine set up, operation, minor and major routine maintenance, preventive maintenance (PM), and troubleshooting of highly complex/automated manufacturing equipment.
• Manages production, quality, downtime, and waste levels of machine operation.
• Conducts mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical maintenance (including preventive) repairs, adjustments, inspection, and monitoring of production/facilities equipment and machinery.
• Analyzes, troubleshoots, and repairs complex equipment using judgment and consultation.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, effective teamwork, and decision‑making.
• Plans, performs, and solves problems in all maintenance tasks.

• Set up, operate, and maintain highly automated manufacturing equipment.
• Control and adjust machine settings.
• Prioritize daily work to meet production needs and department goals.
• Schedule preventive maintenance and complete work orders.
• Support equipment installations, removals, and corrective maintenance.
• Monitor production lines, evaluate equipment performance, and recommend improvements.
• Perform changeovers and operator‑level preventive maintenance.
• Assist root‑cause analysis for process or product exceptions.
• Check work with gauges, jigs, and fixtures for close tolerances.
• Document quality, safety, and maintenance records accurately.
• Lead improvement projects to increase equipment utilization.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex machine performance and product quality issues.
• Advise on PM task list content and execution frequency.
• Participate in installation, debugging, and start‑up of new or modified equipment.
• Work under general supervision, with contractors and vendors as needed.
• Follow GMP, housekeeping, and safety policies.
• Work overtime as required to meet business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED with 2 years of relevant experience; or High School Diploma/ GED with 4 years of experience.
• Relevant fields:
  Electrical / Electronics Technician, Electromechanical Technician, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Industrial Programmer, Electrician, Machine Builder / Repairer, Machinist, Refrigeration Mechanic, Welding Repairer.

• Time management to complete tasks on schedule.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read electrical and pneumatic schematics, technical manuals, blueprints, diagrams, and specifications.
• Flexibility and adaptability across equipment, processes, and projects.
• Understanding of trade mathematics, calibration techniques, precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to maintain close accuracy and tolerances in complex work.
• Knowledge of PC applications, MS Excel & Word.
• Mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics aptitude.
• Use of multimeter and sensor technology.
• Basic plumbing (fluid and pneumatic).
• Power transmission (gearbox, motors, belt and chain drives).
• Basic machining.
• Electrical troubleshooting of circuits from low level signals up to 480 VAC.

• Troubleshooting of industrial control systems (instrumentation, ladder logic, relay logic, VFD, servo).
• Proficiency in PLC operations, robotics, and vision systems.
• Mechanical design (AutoCAD, Solid Works).
• SAP maintenance module or equivalent computerized system for welding.
• Basic skills in milling, lathing, welding, bearing press.