Engineering Technician 5

Job DescriptionEngineering TechnicianPay: $33.00 - $42.00 per hour Employment Type: Direct Hire Location: Buffalo Grove, IL Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Job Summary We are seeking an Engineering Technician to support manufacturing operations by providing hands-on engineering services and technical support. This role partners closely with Production Support Engineering to ensure products meet design, quality, and performance standards throughout development and production. Key Responsibilities Conduct complex engineering tests and development activities; analyze results and implement required changes Review project documentation, work instructions, and blueprints to determine test specifications and troubleshoot technical issues Set up and perform testing on units and components for design validation, quality control, and failure analysis Collect, document, and maintain test data, procedures, and equipment records Support hardware and software development activities as needed Assist with maintaining equipment and tools used in testing and development Train and support technicians on processes, equipment, and best practices Qualifications & Experience Associate's degree, military training, vocational training, or equivalent hands-on experience Typically 8-10 years of relevant engineering or manufacturing experience Strong interpersonal and communication skills Demonstrated leadership or mentoring experience preferred Compensation & Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life insurance Short-term and long-term disability coverage 401(k) with company match Paid vacation and sick time Tuition reimbursement Equal Employment Opportunity Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or nationalityMeet Your RecruiterMax Francis Technical Recruiter Max Francis is a seasoned Engineering Recruiter specializing in the Automation Division at Sterling. With five years of invaluable experience in recruitment, Max is on a mission to help individuals find their perfect career move-one that aligns with their professional goals and supports their families. As an Engineering Recruiter, Max excels in the Automation Division, leveraging his deep industry knowledge to connect candidates with opportunities tailor-made for their unique skill sets and aspirations. He understands that finding the right career move is a pivotal moment in people's lives, and he thrives on being a part of that journey. What Max finds most exciting and rewarding about his work is the opportunity to guide individuals to their ideal career fit. He recognizes that this transition is an exhilarating time for most people, and he derives immense satisfaction from helping them navigate the path toward their next professional adventure. Max's advice to job seekers is grounded in the value of connections. He believes that having a well-connected recruiter within the industry you aspire to be in can open doors to companies and positions that may not be readily available on job boards. In today's competitive job market, he encourages candidates to connect with a recruiter early in their job search journey. While he advocates for candidates to continue their independent job searches, he emphasizes the benefit of having an additional set of experienced eyes on the market. 262-443-3691 Connect on LinkedIn Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you've got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now.

Created: 2026-03-04