Job OverviewnnThe engineering technician will work alongside manufacturing engineers, maintenance personnel, toolmakers, and production personnel to implement engineering projects in the plant.nnA Day In The LifennPrimary Duties:nSupport implementation of machinery replacement project.nnDevelops hands-on competency in Burndy Littleton’s patented tooling system for progressive metal forming. Gains the ability to perform die set-ups and machine set-ups, and to perform process monitoring and machine tuning.nDevelops hands-on competency in a unique graphical user interface (GUI) timing chart to control servo-actuated Bihler NC machine.nReads and interprets production drawings to gain knowledge of critical product dimensions. Develops understanding of how product dimensions relate to process parameters and tooling dimensions, and assists engineers in new tooling fabrication and implementation.nWorks alongside manufacturing engineering and operators to troubleshoot problems that arise with the implementation of any of the above tasks.nnSupport tooling development initiatives.nnContinues the engineering initiative of cataloging and fully implementing tooling items into the engineering documentation library and SAP Plant Maintenance software.nAssists manufacturing engineering and machine operators with complex tooling assembly component storage and organization, including 5S tasks.nOrders perishable tooling from vendors. Receives tooling re-order request from operators, finds documentation for tooling, sends documentation to vendor for quote, receives quote, issues a thoroughly-filled-out requisition to the purchasing department.nnSupport CNC manufacturing.nnWrite, modify, review and adjust CNC programs for connector part production on both CNC turret and swiss style lathes and vertical milling machines.nSelect appropriate tooling for various CNC production tasks.nWork alongside manufacturing engineering to analyze, identify, design and implement improved manufacturing techniques and processes in CNC work cells.nnSupport automated manufacturing and assembly processes.nnWork alongside manufacturing engineering to identify and reduce production bottlenecks associated with automated production sequences.nProvide PLC programming assistance to read, write and debug automated production issues.nWork Alongside manufacturing engineering to analyze, identify, design and implement new and/or replacement automation components to improve automated production output.nnSupport process improvements associated with production machinery and documentation.nnPerform time studies to verify current production sequence documentation is accurate to the actual manufacturing processes.nWork alongside manufacturing engineering to analyze, identify and implement replacement machinery to improve throughput of various production processes.nAid manufacturing engineering in defining requirements and guidelines for replacement equipment and processes from outside vendors.nWork with machine operators and manufacturing engineering to provide continuous improvement support to optimize the production process.nnAdditional Duties:nnSupport of Company Safety Initiatives including Lock-out/Tag-out/Clear & Try.nWork with engineering team on development of new products.nPerforms all tasks in a manner that doesn’t impede production schedule.nnWhat will help you thrive in this role?nnTo perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:nnAbility to read and understand production prints and tolerancing conventions.nExcellent verbal communication skills. Good written communication skills.nAbility to check computer throughout the day for emails and internal workflow notifications.nMechanical aptitude: must be able to work on and with machinery in a manner that is safe, systematic, and effective. Must be comfortable working safely with progressive die sets.nLeadership: must be comfortable implementing changes in an environment where change is difficult.nAbility to use Microsoft Excel for project tracking and documentation indexing.nMust be familiar with creating CAD models and drawings; experience in Autodesk Inventor preferred.nAbility to converse with toolmakers and skilled setup personnel to understand critical tooling information, and to convey this information using engineering drawing conventions.nMust be able to take repeatable measurements with digital vernier calipers, micrometers, and gage blocks.nMust take responsibility for project successes. Must have the persistence required to complete technical tasks. Must proactively continue to check for task completion if the task has been delegated to another party.nMust have thick skin. Must react to potentially challenging situations in a way that diminishes or resolves conflict rather than amplifying it.nMust have basic understanding of cold forming physics.nMust be able to maintain a clean and organized workbench while simultaneously dealing with articles that do not fit into categories.nBonus Skills (valued but not required):nUnderstanding of fits and tolerances (press fit, slip fit, etc.)nConversant knowledge of material compositions (D2, S7, 4140, etc.) and Rockwell Scale hardness for tooling applications.nUnderstanding of GD&T.nAbility to conduct bulk computations (macros) in Microsoft Excel.nAbility to make insightful recommendations for process improvements, and to develop an implementation plan for these recommendations.nAbility to perform basic electrical diagnosis with basic tools (test light, multimeter, etc.) and read electrical diagrams.nExperience with machine fixture and jig design.nGeneral understanding of control systems and input/output logic as it relates to production machinery.nnHubbell IncorporatednnHubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.nnThe company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.nnWe are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.nnHubbell Electrical SolutionsnnHubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. HES provides the critical components that allow operators of buildings, factories and other industrial infrastructure to connect, protect, wire and manage power.nnHubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.nnThe above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.