Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Manufacturing Engineering Technician Omaha, NE Job Details Full-time $26 - $30 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Relocation assistance Paid time off Flexible schedule Qualifications Metal machining Fabrication Maintenance inventory management Industrial automation Mechanical assembly 3D CAD modeling Schematics Procedural guides ERP systems Tooling design Process improvement Equipment troubleshooting Mid-level Improving operational efficiency GD&T Manufacturing standard operating procedures Electrical wiring Machining Continuous improvement Packaging PLC programming Electrical control systems Engineering Technology SolidWorks Wiring and circuitry work Pneumatic systems Mechanical Engineering Technology Equipment testing Manufacturing Design of mechanical systems 4 years Associate's degree Hydraulics Hand tools Manufacturing company experience Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering technology Mechanical troubleshooting Debugging Full Job Description Company Overview Schaner Designs LLC is a small machine design and industrial automation company based in Omaha, NE. We specialize in custom automation systems and are actively transitioning toward modular, reusable platform designs. Our work spans concept through build, test, and deployment. We are planning to relocate the business to Montana within approximately two years. Position Summary We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to join our team as a key hands-on contributor. This role combines shop floor execution with engineering support, including mechanical assembly, electrical panel building, SolidWorks CAD work, and process documentation. You will work directly with the owner on custom machine design and automation projects, with increasing responsibility over time. This position starts in Omaha, NE and will relocate to MT within approximately two years as the company transitions. Relocation assistance will be provided at the time of transition. Candidates must be willing and able to make this move. Core Responsibilities Hands-On / Shop Floor Assemble mechanical sub-assemblies and complete systems from engineering drawings and 3D models Perform basic machining, fitting, and fabrication as needed to support builds Build and wire electrical panels and control enclosures from schematics Route and connect pneumatic and hydraulic systems per design specifications Conduct functional testing, troubleshooting, and debugging of assembled systems Support packaging, shipping preparation, and field installation when required Engineering Support Create and update part models, assemblies, and drawings in SolidWorks Read and interpret engineering drawings including GD&T and BOMs Maintain and update bills of materials, assembly instructions, and work procedures Identify and communicate design-for-manufacturing feedback during builds Assist with fixture and tooling design for repetitive assembly tasks Redline drawings and feed corrections back to engineering Process & Documentation Write and improve work instructions, SOPs, and assembly procedures Track and document build issues, non-conformances, and rework Maintain parts inventory, kitting, and shop organization Contribute to general shop cleanliness and upkeep as part of a small team Support continuous improvement efforts in shop workflow and process efficiency Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, or closely related field; OR Associate's degree with 4+ years of relevant hands-on experience Proficiency in SolidWorks (modeling, assemblies, and drawings) Demonstrated experience with mechanical assembly and fabrication in a shop or production environment Experience with electrical wiring, panel building, or controls integration Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and GD&T Comfortable working independently in a small-team environment with minimal supervision Willingness to relocate to Montana within approximately two years Preferred (Not Required) Experience with PLC programming or controls systems (any platform) Background in custom machine design, job shop, or low-volume manufacturing Familiarity with pneumatic and hydraulic system design and troubleshooting Experience with ERP or inventory management systems Prior internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing or machine-building environment What We Offer Varied, interesting work across custom machine design and modular automation systems Direct mentorship from the company owner with a clear growth path into expanded engineering responsibilities A planned relocation to Montana with relocation assistance provided Competitive hourly pay ($26 - $30/hr depending on experience) The opportunity to help shape and build a growing company from the ground up Schaner Designs is active on social media and documents our work regularly. You don't need to be a content creator, but you should be comfortable occasionally appearing on camera and helping capture shop footage A Note on Relocation Schaner Designs is relocating from Omaha, NE to Montana within approximately two years. This is a planned move, not a contingency. We are looking for someone who sees this as a positive part of the opportunity. We will provide relocation assistance and reasonable flexibility on timing to make the transition smooth. If you have ties to Montana, grew up there, went to school there, or have been looking for a reason to move, we want to hear from you. How to Apply Send your resume and a brief note about your background and interest in the role to . We don't need a formal cover letter. A few sentences about what draws you to this type of work and your thoughts on the Montana relocation are more useful. As part of our application process, we ask all candidates to complete a brief Wonderlic assessment. This helps us evaluate problem-solving ability and overall fit for the role. The assessment takes about 15-20 minutes. Please complete the assessment using the link below before moving forward in the hiring process: https://workflow.wonderlic.com/W3ZUHB9

XR/welcome Pay:

$26.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Paid time off

Work Location:

In person