Mechanical Assembly Technician

Job Description:

MTS Systems Corporation | Eden Prairie, MN

Smart People. Smart Ideas. Smart Choice.

MTS is a leading global supplier of test and simulation systems. Formula 1 teams, leading automotive and aerospace companies, and the world's top researchers in materials and seismic engineering all rely on our systems to determine product reliability and ensure compliance with quality standards. Check out some of our amazing technology here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXOsvWpTHH4

We're looking for a Mechanical Assembly Technician to build and maintain the subsystems behind our test and simulation technology, working hands on with hydraulics, mechanics, and precision tooling in a role that offers real room to grow.

What You'll Do:

• Assemble hydro-mechanical subsystems according to engineering blueprints, specifications, bills of materials, and manufacturing process documentation
• Meet standards for quality, efficiency, and schedule
• Interpret engineering documents to determine results and processes
• Use hand tools, specialized tooling, and basic measuring equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair new and customer hydro-mechanical subsystems, including disassembly and problem diagnosis
• Develop solutions and resolve performance issues
• Collaborate to maintain accuracy of documents and records per MTS policies
• Initiate modifications and improvements to engineering and manufacturing documentation
• Accurately execute the non-conforming materials process
• Participate in process and quality improvement activities
• Maintain professionalism and communicate effectively with coworkers, engineers, supervisors, and customers
• Actively develop skills assembling and testing MTS products and industry technology, and participate in required training

What You Bring:

• Two-year certification from a college or trade school, or military training, in an applicable discipline (mechanics, hydraulics, electronics), or 4+ years of applicable experience in a related environment
• Best in Class Benefits: Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance: http://myitwhr.com/
• HSA/FSA with a company match
• Income protection benefits
• Industry leading 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Matching gift and volunteer program
• Get Involved and Give Back: MTS supports Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that bring people together to share experiences and ideas, and we're committed to a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute their talents. Through the ITW Hearts Giving Hope Program, employees also have the chance to give back and support families in our communities.
• Physical Demands (U.S. Only): The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, walk, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.