Job Overview

engineering technician

us-mn-roseville

job id:
type: regular full-time
# of openings: 1
category: engineering
horton, inc.

overview

horton, inc. has an opening for an engineering technician to work at our location in roseville, mn. this job is onsite monday-friday.

position summary:

the engineering technician position is a ccountable to set up and operate product test equipment, evaluate and test component / system performance and write reports summarizing the tests results. job duties will also require using data acquisition equipment (labview or others) and supporting engineering related activities.

company information:
as a global leader in thermal control for power systems, horton offers a variety of technologies for transportation and industrial applications to operate at the optimal temperature - even in the most demanding conditions. for over 70 years, the organization has been an integral partner to companies worldwide providing innovative and reliable engine cooling solutions for heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. for more information on horton, inc. please visit our web site at .

responsibilities

engineering technician responsibilities:

• samples and tests in-house and vendor supplied components according to engineering evaluation request instructions.
• works with design engineering staff to test parts under development and assemble and test product prototypes.
• tests new parts designed to reduce costs to determine whether function will be affected.
• evaluates new technologies and test methods to determine their effectiveness in uncovering weaknesses in existing or proposed designs.
• performs housekeeping and maintenance duties related to work area.
• other duties as assigned.

qualifications

engineering technician qualifications:

• the position requires skills and knowledge consistent with that of two years of college or trade school or equivalent plus 2-3 years of technical or closely related experience. note: equivalent education equals 2 years of closely related experience for 1 year of education.
• good communications skills
• proficiency with microsoft office suite
• strong electro-mechanical aptitude
• familiarity with plc's is preferred
• experience with c programming is preferred
• experience with labview and dewesoft is preferred
• experience with vr controllers, data acquisition and mechanical controls experience is helpful, but not required.
• must be able to show legal authorization to work in the united states. no visa sponsorship provided.

additional information:

the estimated hiring range for this position is $29.00-$36.00 per hour plus bonus. compensation will increase within the range based on experience and qualifications.

we also offer a competitive benefits package including pto, company paid holidays, 401k, medical, dental, vision, hsa, fsa, life, ad&d, std, ltd, ltc, education assistance, and a dynamic work environment.

to apply, qualified candidates should log onto .

horton holding, inc. is an equal opportunity employer. veterans/disabled

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