Engineering Technician

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Engineering Technician - Structurals Carson City

PURPOSE:

Under the direction of the Engineering Manager and Engineering team, the Engineering Technician performs a wide variety of support tasks, primarily for the Engineering Department. May require performing hands on support to any department in the facility. This position demands a self-starter who seeks out additional tasking, can learn quickly on the job, and can complete tasks effectively.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares a variety of reports to support process improvement efforts.
• Completes, maintains and submits engineering records and paperwork on new product development as required.
• Inspects work for quality and assists in giving instruction and feedback to operators.
• Informs Product Engineers of quality issues and assists in remedying them.
• Assists in keeping materials and product within spec.
• Aids in implementing plantwide 6S improvements.
• Provides administrative support to other departments throughout the facility.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Proficiency with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and programs as required.
• Basic mathematics proficiency.
• Ability to read, follow and interpret instructions on technique cards, dip cards, and other verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing in English.
• Ability to work either independently or in a team environment.
• Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, twist, turn, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, kneel, stoop, bend, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience in an engineering or manufacturing role preferred.
• High School Diploma/GED required.

PCC Structurals is committed to a diverse workforce. As Equal Opportunity Employer, VEVRAA Federal Contractor, affirmative action employer we provide equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, disability, status as a protected veteran, national origin, color, or any other classification in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations and ordinances "Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Status/VEVRAA Federal Contractor". Veterans are encouraged to self-identify as PCC Structurals desires to provide protected veterans priority referrals for open positions. PCC Structurals complies with all laws and regulations associated with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).