Job Title: Engineering Technician
Location: West Columbia, SC
Hire Type: Contract-to-Hire | Lots of growth opportunity!
Shift: 1st Shift | Mon–Thur 7a till 3:30p | Fri 5:30a till 2p
Pay: $27–$30/hr (Depending on experience)
Benefits: PTO, Health, Medical, Dental, etc!
General Purpose:
The Manufacturing Engineering Technician supports engineering and production teams in the development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes for large power inverter units. This role is highly hands-on and process-focused, working closely with process and product engineers to improve efficiency, support production ramp-up, and assist with tooling and fixture development. The technician will interpret technical drawings, support documentation, conduct time studies, and help implement scalable manufacturing solutions in a fast-paced production environment.
Principal Accountabilities:
- Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
- Support process engineers with implementation and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes.
- Assist in building, modifying, and maintaining jigs, fixtures, and tooling used in production.
- Utilize CAD software to review and support tooling and fixture designs (non-product design).
- Provide documentation support including work instructions, process flows, and standard operating procedures.
- Conduct time studies and analyze production data to improve efficiency and throughput.
- Support production ramp-up efforts to meet increasing daily and weekly build targets.
- Work hands-on on the production floor assisting with assembly, troubleshooting, and process validation.
- Assist with setup, optimization, and troubleshooting of conveyor systems and production lines.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to implement processes across multiple production phases (inverter builds, PCBA, and enclosures).
- Support installation and validation of new production lines and equipment.
- Identify process issues and recommend solutions to improve quality, safety, and productivity.\
- Communicate effectively with engineers, supervisors, and production teams regarding process improvements and challenges.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering preferred.
- 0–3+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering support, or a related field (internships considered).
- Basic CAD experience required (tooling/fixture exposure preferred; not product design focused).
- Hands-on mechanical aptitude with experience using hand and power tools.
- Exposure to conveyor systems, automation, or high-volume manufacturing environments is a plus.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a process improvement mindset.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small team environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards.
- Eagerness to learn and grow within a rapidly expanding manufacturing operation.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin
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Sterling Engineering, Inc.
Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:
- Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.
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Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.
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