Sr Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Spectrum Safety Solutions:

With approximately 1,500 employees operating in more than 20 countries, Spectrum Safety Solutions is a global leader in fire detection and suppression solutions for high-hazard applications across verticals such as critical infrastructure, oil and gas, marine and clean energy. Our global team leverages strong customer relationships across four recognized brands, Det-Tronics, Marioff, Autronica, and Fireye, to deliver differentiated lifecycle solutions and advance growth across key segments. Carved out from Carrier’s Fire & Security business in July 2024, Spectrum Safety Solutions is now a privately-held company under the ownership of Sentinel Capital Partners.

Det-Tronics:
We make the world a better place to live! At Spectrum’s Det-Tronics, we build and maintain comfortable, accessible, efficient, healthy, safe, secure, and sustainable environments. Det-Tronics is a $180M technologically innovative, projects-based global brand protecting customers in many challenging environments with high end flame and gas detection products and systems. Det-Tronics is a part of Spectrum Safety Solutions and has a global footprint with manufacturing sites in the U.S. and sales presence in all key geographies.

About this role:

This role is to help create and maintain a robust production test capability. This role will assist Test Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers in the creation, deployment, and maintenance of test fixtures, assembly fixtures and certain production tools, fixtures, and equipment. The role shall require the ability to analyze tester performance for trends and malfunctions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for execution of production support related to equipment downtime and preventative maintenance (TPM)
• The first line of support for “Line-Down” situations
• Utilize troubleshooting skills to perform rework & repair of Equipment assigned
• Implement and maintain ESD mitigation and protection systems and equipment
• Analyze first-pass yield data to identify trends in tester robustness, perform RRCA, and take action to correct Equipment issues and assure ongoing high quality/yield
• Perform the initial troubleshooting of failures affecting equipment, fixtures, and processes within the assigned product assembly line(s). Assure proper resources are assigned to best resolve such issues
• Assist with the implementation/Installation of new fixtures and equipment. Fill in required documentation and evaluation of new test equipment and TPM plans
• Actively participate in production improvement activities and proactively seek and suggest improvement opportunities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Electronics
• 5 years of experience working as a technician performing test, calibration, and/or repair of electronic assemblies and maintenance & repair of production equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Solid understanding of ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) protection processes and practices to ensure product integrity during testing and handling
• Ability to fluently speak, read, and write in English, enabling effective communication and comprehension of technical documents
• Able to read and understand English prints, drawings, BOMs, and process instructions
• Must have experience working with electronic test equipment (digital multi-meters, oscilloscope, voltmeter, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot electronic circuits, identify issues, and apply corrective actions effectively
• Ability to solder both through-hole and surface mount parts
• Knowledge of best practices for soldering and crimping
• Experienced using computers and electronic files on a network and using the Microsoft Office suite of applications with proficiency in MS Excel
• Demonstrated ability to collect data and perform some basic analysis and/or graphical analysis
• Must be a self-motivated, team-oriented individual who can work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Must possess good organizational and communication skills
• Able to occasionally lift 50lbs and regularly lift 15lbs. Able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. Ability to safely use step stools or ladders on occasion
• Must be able to perform essential job functions safely and work within established company guidelines
• Actively contribute to achieving operational objectives, including:
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Teamwork
  • Productivity
  • Safety
  • Quality
• Availability to work overtime and weekends when necessary to meet business demands
• Must demonstrate punctuality, reliability, and respect for colleagues in a diverse, dynamic work environment
• A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience as a technician in test equipment maintenance and repair within a manufacturing setting
• Familiarity with JDE (JD Edwards) or similar enterprise resource planning software is a plus
• Experience in mechanical assembly is a valuable addition, providing a broader skill set for troubleshooting and system assembly