Job Purpose:
- The Engineering Technician at MIDCON CABLES CO INC will support engineering teams by performing a variety of critical tasks that enhance and develop process work instructions, evaluate manufacturing processes, and initiate engineering change notices. This role is essential in ensuring the seamless operation and continuous improvement of engineering processes within the company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the development and enhancement of process work instructions.
- Evaluate and analyze manufacturing processes to identify areas for improvement.
- Initiate and manage engineering change notices to ensure accurate and up-to-date engineering documentation.
- Utilize Microsoft Office software proficiently to document and communicate engineering processes and changes.
- Apply lean thinking principles to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
- Collaborate effectively within a self-directed, cross-functional work team environment to meet rapidly changing demands.
- Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude and a solid understanding of engineering terminology and concepts.
- Utilize basic skills in CAD software, such as AutoCAD and/or Solidworks, to support engineering tasks.
- Leverage IT skills, particularly with Windows-based hardware and software, to enhance engineering processes and documentation.
Required Education:
- Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
Required Experience:
- Experience in developing and enhancing process work instructions.
- Experience in evaluating manufacturing processes.
- Experience in initiating engineering change notices.
- High proficiency in using Microsoft Office software.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Strong mechanical aptitude.
- Basic knowledge of engineering terminology and concepts.
- Understanding and application of lean thinking.
- Ability to work well in a self-directed, cross-functional work team environment with rapidly changing demands.
Preferred Skills and Abilities:
- Basic skills in CAD software, specifically AutoCAD and/or Solidworks.
- IT skills, particularly with Windows-based hardware and software.
Skills Required
- Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
- Experience in developing and enhancing process work instructions
- Experience in evaluating manufacturing processes
- Experience in initiating engineering change notices
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Basic knowledge of engineering terminology and concepts
- Understanding and application of lean thinking
- Ability to work in a self-directed, cross-functional team environment
- Basic CAD skills (AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks)
- IT skills with Windows-based hardware and software
What We Do
Midcon Cables is an employee-owned, industry-leading manufacturer of cable harnesses and wiring solutions specializing in high-quality, cost-effective interconnect products. Since 1972, the company has provided cabling and wire interconnect solutions for the military, aerospace, and commercial industries, operating facilities in Missouri and South Carolina to provide value-added interconnection products.
