Manufacturing Engineering Technician – Fabrication Focused

We are seeking a driven individual who will be an immediate asset to the team and who is eager to grow their skillset over time. This multifaceted role supports production and engineering groups with a strong emphasis on fabrication, machining, equipment builds, and hands‑on mechanical work. The position reports directly to the Manufacturing Engineering Department.

Shift: Monday - Thursday from 5am to 3:30pm (4x 10hr. days)

*Fridays Off with overtime available as needed.

Compensation Range: $25 - $35/hour

Primary Responsibilities

New Equipment Builds & Retrofits

• Collaborate with engineers from concept through fabrication, assembly, testing, optimization, and production handoff.

• Assist with reverse‑engineering existing equipment and improving or updating components.

• Build and assemble mechanical, pneumatic, and structural systems.

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on fixtures, frames, and custom components.

• Assemble, fit, and align mechanical systems and guarding.

• Prepare equipment for shipment (skids, crates, bracing).

• Assist with moving, rigging, and positioning equipment throughout the facility.

Fabrication & Machining

• Operate and support fabrication equipment, including:

  • Laser cutting systems (setup, basic programming, verification).

  • Press brake for bending/forming when required (not a sheet‑metal‑focused role).

  • Manual mills and lathes; CNC/Prototrak experience preferred.

• Fabricate or modify components based on prints, sketches, or engineering direction.

• Ensure dimensional accuracy using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools.

Lean / Cost-Out & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in lean events and improvement initiatives.

• Apply fabrication and mechanical skills to improve equipment uptime and production throughput.

• Help develop or improve fixtures, tooling, and workstations to reduce waste and increase efficiency.

Maintenance & Production Support

• Assist Maintenance Department with mechanical troubleshooting, part fabrication, fixture repair, or equipment modifications.

• Support general tasks such as equipment staging, rigging, and shop improvements.

• Positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

• Able to accept constructive feedback and work effectively in a team.

• Innovative mindset with interest in continuous improvement.

• Self‑starter with strong organizational skills.

• Able to stay calm, professional, and focused in a fast-paced environment.

• Enjoys being part of a collaborative team that values both productivity and a fun and safe work atmosphere.

Experience and Skill Required

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing environment.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on fabrication experience.

• Proficiency with:

  • Laser cutting or similar fabrication equipment.

  • MIG welding (TIG helpful but not required).

  • Mechanical assembly and troubleshooting.

  • Manual machining (mill, lathe).

• Ability to read and interpret measuring instruments (tape measure, calipers, micrometers).

• Forklift experience.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Rigging and equipment‑moving experience.

• Detail-oriented and organized.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• TIG welding experience.

• CNC or Prototrak machining.

• Basic electrical familiarity (simple wiring of sensors/switches—not complex controls).

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, basic Excel).

• Basic CAD familiarity (SolidWorks preferred).

• Previous experience in fabrication or machining technician roles.

• Associate degree or technical training in machining, manufacturing, welding, or engineering technology.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to traverse the production facility.

• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at a time with assistance.

• Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be required to be worn during shift.
  Physical requirements include lifting, bending, kneeling, squatting, arm-hand steadiness, manual dexterity, control precision, and near vision

Regal Rexnord is committed to providing market-competitive compensation and benefits, maintaining and ensuring a work environment that reflects our Regal Rexnord Values and culture everywhere we operate. We focus on providing a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that supports our associate’s health, wellness, educational endeavors, and financial stability.

Paid Time Off:

Regal Rexnord provides a Personal Leave allowance and a flexible approach to providing Holiday Leave so Associates can enjoy and observe the events that matter most in their lives.

Professional Development:
Professional advancement and personal growth are important to everyone. Regal Rexnord believes in cross-training and collaboration so our Associates can readily transition as needed.

We strive to support employees to continuously update their skills so they are more satisfied with their work and motivated to continue learning so all can be a part of contributing to the collective success of Regal Rexnord.

• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education allowance
• Monthly onsite training programs

Retirement Plans:
We offer a 401(k) Retirement savings Plan with matching contributions without a waiting period.

Medical Benefits:
We provide some of the most competitive benefits in the industry.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage – Effective Day 1
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability 100% company paid
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Plan (HSA)

Family Benefits:

• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Family Leave
• Adoption Assistance up to $10,000 per adoption
• Expanded Fertility Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Annual Safety Equipment Allowance (Rx glasses, safety boots, welding helmet & jacket)

Work Environment and Community:

• Onsite gym and FIT Wellness Program
• Insurance premium discount incentives for Wellness Program Participation
• Employee referral program  
• Education Scholarships
• Quarterly MVP awards
• Regular community involvement and volunteer activities
• Fun Associate and family-oriented events throughout the year, including the
  Annual Crab Feast

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Paid Leaves
• Tuition Assistance

About Regal Rexnord

Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.

The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.

Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.  If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email [email protected]. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [email protected].

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Notification to Agencies: Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.