Machinist / Engineering Technician

Job overview

The Machinist / Engineering Technician role is onsite in Oak Creek, WI. Compensation is not specified. The position supports Wabtec’s Nordco Engineering Team in developing technologies for the roadway work equipment industry. This hands-on role fabricates and machines components, builds prototypes and test fixtures, and conducts validation tests. It contributes to product development by documenting results, troubleshooting equipment, and working with engineers to assess product performance and reliability.

What you'll do

• Operate CNC plasma cutting, brake press, and 5-axis milling equipment
• fabricate, weld, and assemble prototypes and fixtures
• inspect parts against specifications
• maintain and troubleshoot prototype equipment
• conduct product tests, install instrumentation, collect data, and report results to engineering
• maintain R&D lab safety and organization.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

machinist

engineering technician

cnc machining

cnc plasma cutting

5-axis milling

fabrication

prototype testing

validation testing

oak creek wi

wabtec

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, welfare, and retirement benefits
• annual bonus may be available if eligible.

Why this role

Travel to customer sites for product testing and training may take up to 20% of the time.

About the employer

Wabtec is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.