Electrical Engineering Technician

Sterling Engineering

The Role

Overview

Test, troubleshoot, and improve electrical equipment in manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

  • test engineering
  • data analysis
  • equipment setup
  • fabrication
  • documentation
  • training

Tasks

-Train technicians and operators on products, processes, and equipment. -Perform complex engineering tests, checkouts, and development engineering tasks. -Set up and conduct tests of complete units and components under operational conditions to support design verification, quality control, and problem resolution. -Analyze test data and modify or adjust equipment to meet specifications. -Analyze engineering test results and implement changes to resolve issues. -Maintain software, documentation, and equipment to current revision or operational specifications. -Fabricate and assemble new or modified mechanical and electrical components or assemblies for products such as industrial machinery, power systems, and measurement equipment. -Collect data, analyze results, and assist with process or design improvements. -Maintain accurate documentation of test procedures, results, and recommendations for improvement. -Review project instructions, drawings, and specifications to determine test requirements, objectives, and methods. -Support engineers in developing hardware and software required to test customer products.

Requirements

  • electrical tech
  • troubleshooting
  • 4+ years
  • associate degree
  • math skills
  • process improvement

What You Bring

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering Technician to support engineering services activities, including hardware and software design and development within a manufacturing operations environment. This position will play a key role in testing, troubleshooting, and improving equipment, systems, and processes. -Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to prepare technical reports and documentation. -Minimum of 4 years of related experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment. -Proficient in mathematical and analytical problem-solving, including statistics, geometry, and trigonometry. -Advanced technical skills with the ability to lead, train, and mentor others. -Broad knowledge of functional techniques and manufacturing processes, with the ability to contribute to process improvements. -High school diploma and associate degree, military training, vocational program, or equivalent experience. -Strong troubleshooting and critical-thinking skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

Pay: $27-$30/hour

The Company

About Sterling Engineering

-Founded in 1969 in Westchester, Illinois, the firm has evolved from a local recruiter to a national engineering and IT staffing company. -They combine engineering consulting and project services with a strong technical recruitment arm. -They deliver managed engineering teams and custom IT solutions for IoT, security, QA automation, and more. -They specialize in serving verticals like energy, utilities, life sciences, food & beverage, and manufacturing.

Sector Specialisms

Agriculture

Construction

Locomotive

Mining

Off-road Vehicle

Automation & Robotics

Utilities

Renewable Energy

Food & Beverage

Life Sciences

Manufacturing/R&D

Technology

Architectural

Civil

Environmental

Buildings

HVAC

Plumbing

Lighting

Energy

Fire Protection

Acoustics

Roads

Bridges

Railways

Pipelines