Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician/Programmer Job Description The Engineering Technician/Programmer is responsible for programming, setting up, and operating CNC mills and lathes to produce high-quality precision components. This role works closely with engineers and other machinists to optimize manufacturability, troubleshoot machining challenges, and support continuous improvement in a fast-paced medical manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities Program, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes. Develop CNC programs using Mastercam. Determine and apply appropriate speeds and feeds for plastics, aluminum, and stainless steel. Collaborate with engineers to optimize part designs for manufacturability. Design and build fixtures and jigs for machining and inspection. Set up machines for operators and provide technical support as needed.

Perform routine maintenance on shop equipment. Inspect and verify quality of parts produced by operators. Conduct first article inspections on new setups. Troubleshoot machining issues and recommend process improvements. Communicate effectively with machinists, engineers, and management. Cross-train machinists and operators on various equipment and processes. Essential Skills CNC Programming MasterCAM Precision Manufacturing 2+ years experience in a similar role Engineering knowledge Troubleshooting skills Machinery maintenance CNC milling machine operation Proficiency in G-code Understanding of work instructions Lean principles Bill of Materials (BOM) management Six Sigma principles Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in a precision manufacturing shop Ability to design and build machining fixtures and jigs Experience with first article inspections Work Environment The position is based in Rogers, MN, with work being conducted in-person.

You have the option to choose between a day shift from Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, or a night shift from Monday to Thursday, 3:00 PM to 1:30 AM. Overtime opportunities are available almost every week. The work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, focusing on the production of medical devices and specialized products, with a commitment to supporting innovative medical technologies. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Rogers, MN.

Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $57000.00 - $77000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Health and Wellness: Health insurance, health savings accounts (HSA), dental insurance, and life insurance.

Disability Coverage: Short-term and long-term disability insurance. Retirement and Financial: 401(k) plans with employer matching, plus a profit-sharing plan. Time Off and Growth: Paid time off (PTO) and tuition reimbursement. Workplace Culture: A casual environment featuring perks like monthly lunches, popcorn on Tuesdays, and doughnuts on Fridays Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Rogers,MN.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity