Engineering Technician II

1 Job Summary

The Engineering Technician II provides hands-on technical support to the R&D engineering team in the design, development, testing, and release of new products and technologies. You'll assist inbuilding prototypes, conducting experiments, troubleshooting systems, and maintaining lab equipment. This role supports new product introductions, custom development, and sustaining engineering efforts, with a focus on precision, quality, and collaboration across departments.

2 Essential Duties, Responsibilities and Expectations:

• Support engineers in the assembly and testing of mechanical and electrical prototypes
• Set up experiments, collect data, and document test results to support product development
• Assist in troubleshooting systems, components, and assemblies-including mechanical parts, wiring harnesses, PCBs, and electronic modules
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of lab equipment and test fixtures
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
• Help train manufacturing and service teams on build and test procedures for new products
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized lab environment, ensuring equipment and resources are properly managed
• Provide observations and feedback to engineers to support design improvements
• Escalate safety, quality, or production concerns to supervisors as needed
• Manage time effectively across multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced R&D environment

3 Minimum Qualifications (Experience/Education):

• Associate degree in a technical field (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Technology), or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3-5 years of relevant hands-on experience in a technical or engineering support role

4 Competencies or Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's):

• Foundational technical skills across mechanical, electrical, and software systems
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment, measurement tools, and test instrumentation
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics
• Basic soldering skills and ability to perform work under a microscope
• Exposure to CAD software, schematic tools, or basic programming concepts
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across engineering and manufacturing teams
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks across multiple projects
• Calm under pressure, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and escalation

5 Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to vacuum or cryogenic systems
• Exposure to scientific instrumentation or high-precision systems
• Hands-on experience in a machine shop or fabrication environment
• Experience with data acquisition systems or automated test setups

6 Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

• This position requires the ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds as part of the essential job duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

What We Offer You:

• Competitive salaries, annual bonuses, and opportunities for growth.
• Comprehensive health & insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision).
• Company HSA Seed.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• 401k matching up to 6%.
• PTO, personal days, sick days, and company paid holidays.
• Company sponsored team events.

Montana Instruments Values:

In all that Montana Instruments accomplishes, we stay true to our values:

• Results-driven.
• Courageous.
• Team-first.

We want to create an environment where champions are enabled in every area of the company. We want to hire people who have the desire and potential to do great things. We want to give people the freedom and responsibility to become champions as part of a professional team.

About Bozeman:

Montana Instruments is located in Bozeman, Montana, a vibrant town at the foot of the Bridger Mountains within an hour of three great ski hills, several world-class fly-fishing rivers, and plenty of adventure (Yellowstone National Park is just 90 minutes south).

Bozeman is Montana's biggest tech hub and home to quantum companies like Teledyne, Flir, and ADVR Incorporated, as well as Spectrum Lab and the Borys Lab at Montana State University. It is one of the fastest-growing cities of its size in the nation and regularly recognized as one of America's "coolest" cities.

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