Engineering Technician (Hourly)

Engineering Technician Opportunity

If you are an Engineering Technician looking for an opportunity to grow and develop professionally, Emerson Discrete Automation has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in Sandusky, MI, you will provide engineering support to the manufacturing department for day-to-day operations, maintain the manufacturing engineering drawing files, design and obtain any needed fixtures to allow the successful implementation of our product into the industrial automation market.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• High school diploma/GED or 2 years of experience.
• A minimum of 2 years of related engineering or technical experience in a manufacturing or related industry.
• Mechanical aptitude and understanding of machining and assembly operations
• Blueprint reading, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing of components.
• Ability to work in a hands-on fast-paced environment
• Proactive and able to work independently
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to respond and adapt to changing priorities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Basic digital literacy.
• Ability to be highly organized.
• Extremely diligent, with good communication skills and customer service, and ability to multitask.
• While performing duties, may be required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, bend, twist or lift up to 45 pounds.
• May be required to work more than 8 hours in a day or 40 hours in a week based on departmental needs.
• Ability to perform work duties in office and manufacturing environment.
• May be exposed to manufacturing plant conditions and elements including but not limited to noise, dust, dirt, oil, and grease.
• PPE's may be required including safety glasses, ear plugs, gloves and safety shoes in specified areas of the plant.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• CAD design experience
• Very good understanding of computer-aided drawing software (AutoCAD and LaserMark is preferred)
• Related technical degree
• Must be fluent in all forms of the Microsoft Office environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to utilize mechanical/manufacturing standards of practice for both manufacturing and assembly of components to obtain a defect-free part for shipment to customers.
• Experience in the design, assembly and testing of mechanical and/or electronic components
• Hardware experience; sensors, wiring, data acquisition, etc.
• LabVIEW, MATLAB, C or other programming experience
• Experience with specifications, schematics, drawings and data sheets
• Knowledge of industrial or automotive communication protocols

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.