Job Overview

This is a 1st shift position in the TE Connectivity Product Development Center. 

Depending on prior experience and skill level our technicians are expected to perform various machining, fitting and assembly operations to construct prototype dies, molds, assembly tooling, gages and other tools to prove out engineering concepts and produce sample products.  As necessary sets up and operates shop equipment such as lathe, milling machine, drill press, surface grinder and plunge EDM machines to make or repair parts as needed. Technicians typically work with a wide variety of materials. Participates in and follows all safety guidelines.

Successful candidate must have a high degree of skill in at least one of the following:

• Programing and operating 3 & 5 axis CNC machines
• Tool and Die making

Job Requirements

Metal working apprenticeship, trade school or a minimum of 4 years in the metal working trade with demonstrated success working with engineer’s sketches, rough drawings, as well as formal drawings. 

Must be proficient in the following:

• CNC Milling
• surface grinder
• conventional vertical mill
• lathe
• tool assembly (cutting and forming tooling)
• sink/plunge EDM a bonus. 
• Follow safety guidelines

Must have the ability to develop working sketches and plan the sequence of operations to achieve specified tolerances, necessary features and complete work in a minimum time frame. Be accountable and check all work to verify customer needs and timelines are met to the best of ability. Use work order system to access work assigned, enter time to request and document necessary information to complete. Must be able to work to very fine tolerances, work independently or as part of a team. Good communication skills while interfacing at all levels including peers, supervision, managers, and engineers. Able to create technical documents with minimal guidance (such as SOP, technical summary, etc.). Able to adapt to rapid engineering changes during the development of prototypes as engineering objectives or customer requirements change.  Must be open minded with good listening skills and willingness to accept other opinions regarding the processing of prototype samples. Performs daily tasks with little to no supervision. Keeps supervision up to date on workload and assists in giving estimated time frame to complete a job when requested. Manages and keeps track of materials and consumable goods used in work area, maintains a list of materials used and spare parts for equipment. As a technician IV, responsibilities, expectations and overall performance are to grow to the highest levels and meet yearly goals set with supervision.

What your background should look like

Typically requires 4-5 years or more of related work experience. Requires high school diploma. Completion of an AA degree or equivalent is preferred.

Competencies