Engineering Technician - 2nd Shift

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Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

LOCATION: This is a fully onsite position based at our Colorado Springs, CO site. Unfortunately, relocation assistance is NOT provided. Priority will be given to LOCAL candidates currently residing in Colorado Springs area.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. 
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screen. 

We are seeking a skilled, resourceful, and adaptable Engineering Technician to support daily manufacturing operations on 2nd shift (Monday - Thursday 2pm - 12:30am). The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary engineering team responsible for supporting the production of x-ray tube/power supply and neutron generator products.

This hands-on role serves as the first line of technical support for manufacturing equipment, test systems, fixtures, and production processes. The Engineering Technician will troubleshoot and resolve a wide range of issues, including equipment faults, software and network connectivity problems, fixture adjustments, replacement of worn or failed components, and other production interruptions. The ideal candidate is a versatile problem solver who can quickly assess issues, coordinate with engineering when needed, and help keep manufacturing operations running efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily sustaining support for manufacturing operations, ensuring high equipment availability and minimal production downtime
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues involving equipment, fixtures, software, network connectivity, sensors, interlocks, and test systems
• Respond to equipment alarms, failures, and process interruptions in a timely manner
• Diagnose root causes of equipment and process issues and implement corrective actions when appropriate
• Build, modify, troubleshoot, and maintain production fixtures and test equipment
• Perform routine and non-routine preventive maintenance (PMs) on manufacturing equipment and toolsets
• Replace or repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and electronic components as needed
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, and technical documentation
• Coordinate with engineering teams to escalate complex issues and implement permanent corrective actions
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, troubleshooting findings, and equipment changes in accordance with quality requirements
• Manage multiple tasks and adjust priorities based on production needs
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, uptime, and manufacturing efficiency

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with at least 2 years OR HS/GED with 4 years of equivalent hands-on experience in manufacturing, engineering support, maintenance, or a related role.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment, automated systems, or production test equipment
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical systems
• Ability to systematically diagnose and resolve equipment and process issues
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• Hands-on experience performing preventive maintenance and corrective repairs
• Familiarity with common diagnostic tools such as multimeters and basic hand tools
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a fast-paced production environment
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage changing priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting manufacturing or production environments
• Experience troubleshooting software-controlled equipment or automated test systems
• Experience working with sensors, safety interlocks, barcode scanners, or machine interfaces
• Experience building or modifying production fixtures and test equipment
• Basic machine shop skills (lathe, mill, drill press, power tools)
• Familiarity with root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and sense of ownership
• Resourceful and proactive approach to problem solving
• Ability to remain calm and effective under production pressure
• Effective communication and collaboration across teams
• Adaptability in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment

Compensation and Benefits

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

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