Senior Mechanical Technician

Job#: 3030867

Job Description:
Senior Mechanical Technician

Location: Sumner, WA (Onsite)

Role Overview

Our organization is seeking a Senior Technician to support engineers in the prototyping, build, and assembly of advanced mechanical and material handling systems. This is a hands-on technical role focused on building, installing, testing, and supporting systems in a lab environment. You will work closely with Manufacturing, Controls, and Product Engineers to help bring new systems to life, from early prototypes through pilot builds and deployments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support engineers with prototyping, building tracks, installing, and decommissioning assemblies.
• Perform hands-on assembly, testing, modification, and rework of systems.
• Operate and interact with equipment, tooling, and HMI interfaces.
• Assist with the setup and teardown of test rigs and pilot systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical issues during builds.
• Follow work instructions, engineering drawings, and build documentation.
• Provide feedback to engineers on buildability, usability, and assembly challenges.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe lab and build environment.
• Support track-side activities during testing and iteration cycles.

Required Qualifications

Experience: Candidates should have hands-on experience in a technician, mechanical assembly, or lab support role, specifically supporting prototyping or build activities. You must be comfortable building and assisting with mechanical assemblies, operating equipment, and interacting with HMI systems. A strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to work on the floor or in a lab environment are required.

Education: A technical certificate, associate degree, or equivalent hands-on experience is preferred. A software engineering degree is not required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting manufacturing, automation, robotics, or material handling systems.
• Track-side, pilot build, or deployment support experience.
• Familiarity with basic hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.
• Experience working alongside engineers in fast-paced R&D or manufacturing environments.

Additional Information

Travel may be required to other local job locations.

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