Engineering Assistant

The Engineering Aide III supports engineering teams by applying engineering techniques, assisting with testing and inspections, performing light fabrication, and preparing documentation, reports, and analyses. This role is hands-on and lab-focused, providing essential operational and technical support to enable engineers to efficiently progress projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support engineering projects by conducting inspections, analytical tests, and data analysis.
• Collect, analyze, synthesize, and summarize test data; generate reports, charts, and presentations.
• Assist with root cause analysis and support corrective actions.
• Prepare and modify drawings, schematics, and diagrams based on engineering direction.
• Build electrical/mechanical harnesses and perform light fabrication and assembly tasks.
• Set up and execute functional and environmental tests following provided test plans.
• Maintain quality standards through testing, process evaluation, and documentation.
• Track expenses and assist with basic cost-benefit analyses.
• Support lab operations, equipment setup, and general lab organization.
• Collaborate with multiple engineers, prioritize tasks, and communicate timelines clearly.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology or a related field
• Minimum 2+ years of relevant experience
• Internship experience may be considered

Technical Skills (Required)

• Ability to read and interpret schematics, diagrams, and drawings
• Experience hand-fabricating electrical or mechanical harnesses
• Familiarity with environmental testing (thermal chambers, vibration systems, pressure equipment, etc.)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation and reporting
• Comfortable using standard hand tools for mechanical and electrical assembly/disassembly
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing standards

Technical Skills (Desired)

• Light fabrication skills (sheet metal or similar methods)
• Experience with thermocouple instrumentation or thermal testing of electronics
• Basic PCB or SMT soldering experience (or willingness to learn)
• Exposure to procurement processes or laboratory purchasing
• Understanding of domestic and international shipping procedures

Soft Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to work
• Team-oriented and able to work with multiple stakeholders
• Willingness to learn new tools, systems, and test methods