THE OPPORTUNITY: MECHATRONICS TECHNICIAN

Metal additive manufacturing technology powered by 3D printing is evolving quickly from a niche tool used primarily in university research to an industry tool used to develop and manufacture products faster and at a lower cost. Xact Metal, headquartered in State College, PA, makes metal additive manufacturing systems affordable for small- to mid-sized companies needing prototyping, casting, tooling, and printing small parts but could not previously afford metal powder-bed fusion systems.

JOB LOCATION: State College, Pennsylvania
This is an immediate opportunity! If you are interested in exploring this job opportunity and have the skills and abilities described below, apply now! 

JOB DESCRIPTION: Mechatronics Technician
The Mechatronics Technician guarantees and maintains the availability of production, quality, and building equipment, constantly improving its performance.

Overall responsibilities include, but are not limited, to the following:

• Assembly of systems, including mechanical, electrical, and software subsystems.   Experience with electro-optics is a plus.
• Detailing & documenting assembly procedures.
• Effective coordination and execution of the assigned tasks and work orders.
• Ensure compliance of quality systems with all required standards, including customer-specific requirements, and the quality, effectiveness, and cleanliness of one’s own area of responsibility.
• Developing in-depth knowledge of products for assembly testing and troubleshooting.
• Customer installation service may include traveling (15%) to the customer location.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• regularly perform repetitive tasks
• sit or stand for long periods and routinely required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• regularly lift/maneuver/move objects weighing up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift/maneuver/move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, the ability to tell differences between colors and compare to color standards, and the ability to adjust focus
• regularly possess manual/finger/hand dexterity to handle, manipulate, control, feel, and adjust objects to put parts or pieces together quickly and accurately; sufficient hand strength is required to be able to operate a soldering iron and other hand tools effectively
• regularly speak clearly so listeners can understand; regularly understand the speech of another person.

MINIMUM JOB ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

A.A.S. degree from an accredited program in mechatronics or a related field, such as automated manufacturing technology, electrical technology, electro-mechanical maintenance technology, engineering CAD technology, engineering design technology, electronics and computer engineering, electronics and computer engineering technology, robotics and automation technology or a comparable program of study in industrial, computing and engineering technologies; alternatively, at least 4-years mechatronics-specific work experience will be considered instead of the A.A.S. degree.

OTHER MUST-HAVE JOB ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to read, accurately comprehend/interpret, and follow instructions, blueprints, schematics, and test plans furnished in written, digital/electronic, diagram, or schedule form
• Solid math and reasoning skills to prepare, compile, and validate data/reports
• Ability to interpret data, evaluate metrics, and apply appropriate problem-analysis or problem-solving techniques to assess a technical production issue accurately.
• Comfort level with technology, software, and spreadsheets, including use of all Microsoft Office products and smartphones and the willingness to learn new systems, techniques, and technologies
• If required by job duties, background checks (criminal/education/ employment/ reference/ credit/ DMV) may be performed; results must be satisfactory to the company.
• A valid driver's license, a registered and insured vehicle, and the ability to travel/drive (+/—15%) to and from customer sites for installation and service visits are required. Occasionally, overnight travel and the ability to travel by standard carrier air and/or train are also required.
• If hired, adhere to all OSHA/safety standards and protocols, company policies and procedures, and other prescribed best practices/industry standards.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (These are a plus, not required!)

• Passion for 3D printing.
• Work experience in Additive Manufacturing/3D Printing.
• Hands-on experience in mechatronics machine/system design.
• Technical knowledge and skills in the following: Electrical, electronic, mechanical, and electro-optics systems.
• Teamwork, capable of setting priorities, and transparent in communication.

TO APPLY:

In the cover letter section of this posting, tell us why you are interested in this position and your desired salary. Include your resume, answer a few questions, and then click submit. It’s that easy to apply right now!

Cover letters and resumes are requested immediately! But we are looking for an excellent new team member, so the position will remain open until filled.

• Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States. The company does not sponsor work visas.
• Local applicants or those who can report to work punctually at the company’s office in State College, PA, during normal work hours (and as needed) to meet business requirements are encouraged to apply.

The company reserves the right to alter, change, modify, and/or terminate this job posting without advance notice or obligation to any party.  No recruiters, please; principal applicants only.