Senior Engineering Technician - Product Development Support

Description

Position Title: Senior Engineering Technician - Product Development Support

Location: Cary Illinois 60013

Duration: 12 Months (Possible Extension/Conversion)/ No C2C

• Due to client requirements this role is only open to USC OR GC candidates*

Position Overview

Job Summary:

Client is seeking a hands-on and detail-oriented Engineering Technician to provide technical support to engineers and scientists in the development, testing, and evaluation of new and existing products. This role combines prototype construction, product testing, lab operations, data analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical aptitude, practical experience with lab tools and equipment, and the ability to work independently within well-defined procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Construct new concept prototypes, modify existing products, and build new packaging configurations under the guidance of engineers or senior technicians.
• Design and fabricate basic test fixtures using hand tools and common power tools (e.g., drill press, band saw, grinder), working with materials such as wood, metal, plastics, textiles, and composites.
• Conduct product performance and safety testing according to established protocols. Testing methods may include, but are not limited to:
• Pressure mapping
• Friction testing
• Moisture vapor transmission rate (MVTR)
• Failure and impact testing
• Perform basic chemistry lab tasks including ingredient measuring, mixing, and pH measurement.
• Enter test data into spreadsheets, perform basic statistical analysis, and create simple charts or graphs.
• Draft first versions of test protocols and technical reports for review.
• Support pilot and initial production runs, including assembly, pack-out, inspections, testing, and documentation under supervision.
• Help maintain lab cleanliness, equipment calibration, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Perform basic hands-on repairs and assist with the coordination of larger-scale repairs or service.
• Demonstrate an understanding of electrical equipment safety risks and general lab safety practices.
• Operate sewing machines and perform hand/machine sewing of basic geometries for prototypes or production needs; understand machine setup and maintenance.
• Apply basic materials knowledge involving wood, metals, textiles, adhesives, foams, gels, films, fasteners, and other common prototyping materials.
• Proactively contribute to continuous improvement efforts within the lab-offering ideas to enhance layouts, processes, or workflows.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certificate or associate degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant technical or hands-on experience in a laboratory, prototyping, or engineering support environment.
• Proficiency with hand tools and power tools; experience working with diverse materials.
• Familiarity with lab testing protocols and basic physical/chemical testing methods.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and ability to follow structured procedures.
• Competency with data entry and basic statistical tools (e.g., Excel).
• Basic understanding of engineering, materials science, and prototyping principles.
• Comfortable working both independently and under the guidance of engineers or senior technicians.
• Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset.

About Matlen Silver

Experience Matters. Let your experience be driven by our experience. For more than 40 years, Matlen Silver has delivered solutions for complex talent and technology needs to Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders. Led by hard work, honesty, and a trusted team of experts, we can say that Matlen Silver technology has created a solutions experience and legacy of success that is the difference in the way the world works.

Matlen Silver is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.

If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at email and/or phone at: [email protected] // 908-393-8600

At The Matlen Silver Group, Inc., W2 employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance (single and family coverage)
• 401(k) plan (employee contributions only)