Job Description
Job Title: Product Engineering Support Technician
Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company
Location: Fargo, ND 58102
Duration: 2 Years (Possible extension)
Shift: 2:00 AM - 10:00 PM (Training on 1st shift required)
Job Summary
Engineering Technician supporting product validation, testing, and troubleshooting of electronic/mechanical systems. Focus on test execution, data analysis, and supporting engineering teams in product development and production readiness.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform lab/field testing to validate product designs
• Conduct manual testing of electronic assemblies and document results
• Set up and install instrumentation and test equipment
• Develop data acquisition programs and collect test data
• Analyze test data and generate reports with conclusions
• Support product validation & verification (V&V) activities
• Troubleshoot issues and perform root cause analysis
• Assist in design improvements and continuous improvement projects
• Maintain documentation, test procedures, and records
• Provide direction to test operators when required
Core Duties
• Product testing & validation (V&V)
• Test setup & instrumentation
• Data analysis & reporting
• Troubleshooting & root cause analysis
• Engineering support & documentation
Work Environment / Role Nature
• Lab + manufacturing support environment
• Hands-on testing and equipment setup role
• Collaboration with engineers and production teams
• Mix of physical work and data analysis
Required Skills
• Product testing & validation (V&V) - 1-3 years
• Troubleshooting & root cause analysis - 1-3 years
• Test equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope) - 1-3 years
• Engineering drawings/schematics reading - 1-3 years
• Data analysis & reporting - 1-3 years
• Documentation & record keeping - 1-3 years
• Mechanical/Electrical fundamentals - 1-3 years
• Computer skills (Excel, documentation tools) - 1+ year
Preferred Skills
• Electronics / electrical systems
• Automation / robotics / mechatronics
• Manufacturing processes
• Data acquisition systems
• Communication/networking hardware
• Automotive or equipment repair
Technical / Functional Exposure
• Product Verification & Validation (V&V) - 1-3 years
• Test instrumentation setup - 1-3 years
• Engineering processes (EPDP/ETDP/ECAP) - 1+ year
• Data acquisition & test automation - 1-2 years
• Lab equipment maintenance - 1-2 years
Education / Experience
• Associate Degree (Electronics / Technical Diploma)
OR equivalent experience/military certification
• 1+ year experience required (3+ years preferred)