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Engineering Technician

Sonova AG
Aurora, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/6/2025

Who we are

In a life without sound, our work provides meaning. As a leading provider of innovative hearing care solutions, we are not just a company that makes products : we are a team on a mission to help people enjoy the delight of hearing. To enable a life without limitations, through our core business brands – Advanced Bionics, Audiological Care, Phonak, Sennheiser (under license) and Unitron – we develop, manufacture and distribute solutions that push the limits of technology and redefine the future of our industry.

Aurora, IL- USA

Engineering Technician

This position will be responsible supporting Engineering projects and tasks to Launch New Products, Develop and improve manufacturing processes for both New and Service processes of hearing aid devices and its accessories.

This role will require :

  • Safety and Quality focused manufacturing process testing / verification
  • Producing conceptual, prototype or final product including operating and maintaining of tools, equipment, materials, chemicals used in manufacturing processes of Hearing Aid and its accessories.
  • Work Instruction Development
  • Supporting Validation Documents
  • Support training material builds
  • Support data collection

This position will be based at Sonova US (AODC). It will require occasional travel as per need to other sites within the region – USA, Canada, Mexico and Brazil. There may be one off travel to other sites globally.

Responsibilities :

  • Closely work with Engineering Team including local, regional and Global as per need for development and implementation of New or enhanced processes.
  • Support Implementing New Processes or changes to existing processes through optimization, improvement, root cause analysis.
  • Support testing, validation / verification of manufacturing processes including integrated supporting systems such as SAP, equipment and processes (Sonova’s internal developed Electroacoustic Test system).
  • Support Validate processes as needed per the QMS & SOP
  • Support Process improvement activities to improve processes
  • Leverage SAP to perform necessary activities to support the necessary projects
  • Support development of all Document tied to all projects which may include but not limited to Validations, work instructions, training, etc.
  • 10% Traveling
  • Perform additional activities as directed by the reporting manager.

    More about you :

    Education & Experience :

  • Minimum High School Diploma
  • Minimum 3years experience of electrical / Electronic or Mechanical processes
  • Skills & Competencies :

  • Proficient in English
  • Manufacturing Processes
  • Computer experience, working knowledge of Microsoft products including Office, SAP Experience (or other ERP system) a plus
  • AutoCAD, Solidworks knowledge is a plus, but not required
  • Strong analytical and organizational skill
  • Team player and go getter
  • Personal Attributes :

  • Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
  • Able to interact with corporate development teams and present new concepts
  • Able to conduct hands on experience with product and processes.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • A minimum of 200Mb / sec download and 10Mb / sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote / hybrid employee functionality at Sonova

    Don't meet all the criteria?  If you’re willing to go all in and learn we'd love to hear from you!

    We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone please contact

    What we offer :

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending / Dependent Care Accounts
  • TeleHealth options
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Company paid life / ad&d insurance
  • Additional supplemental life / ad&d coverage available

  • Company paid Short / Long-Term Disability coverage (STD / LTD)
  • STD LTD Buy-ups available

  • Accident / Hospital Indemnity coverage
  • Legal / ID Theft Assistance
  • PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, & paid holidays
  • Paid parental bonding leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (24 / 7 mental health support hotline, 5 company paid counseling sessions and more)
  • Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Hearing aid discount for employees and family
  • Internal social recognition platform
  • D&I focused : D&I council and employee resource groups
  • Plan rules / offerings dependent upon group Company / location.
  • This role's pay range is between : $59,000.00 – 85,000.00  . This role is also commission eligible / bonus eligible.

    How we work :

    At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives.

    Salary : $59,000 - $85,000

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