Prototype Technician Job Listing at Kelly Services in Elk Grove Village, IL (Job ID US3543630_BH9717216)

Description

Mechanical Prototype Technician
 
Kelly® Engineering is seeking a Prototype Technician with a strong mechanical background for a contract-to-hire position with a manufacturer of arcade style games located in Elk Grove Village. If you are passionate about shaping the world we live in and are ready to reengineer your future, trust the experts at hiring experts.  

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation:  
$25.00—$28.50 per hour

Hours: 8-4:30
 
Overview 
 
Our client is a growing game manufacturer with R&D and manufacturing under one roof. They have a fast-paced product development environment where they release new games within 6-18 months.
 
In this role you'll be part of the product development team where you'll work with Mechanical Engineers to build & test mechanical assemblies, subsystems, and an entire prototype game. You'll collaborate with electrical technicians, modelmakers on the build of the prototypes.

Responsibilities:

• Build prototype assemblies and games as part of the product development and pre-mass production process while adhering to timelines provided.
• Read blueprints
• Provide or recommend modifications if applicable.
• Functional testing of the prototypes.
• Maintain games in the product development arcade, programmer offices, and throughout the facility. Maintain tools, supplies, and inventory (prototypes and their components) of prototype lab.
• Maintain lab cleanliness
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers & game designers on assembly issues.
• Document and communicate potential assembly issues, complex versus ease of assembly.
• If applicable, recommend opportunities to improve assembly process
• Collaborate with electrical technicians and modelmaker during prototype build.
• Support manufacturing with clarifying assembly instructions and communicate product development on assembly process and requirements

Qualifications:

• 5-7+ years mechanical prototype or custom machine building or strong mechanical assembly experience required
• Prefer experience that includes assembly/build of electromechanical mechanisms, subassemblies such as servo motors, solenoids, sensors, or similar.
• Any previous arcade or gaming repair/assembly experience a plus.
• Any parts modification or minor fabrication skills is a plus.
• Proficient in reading blueprints, assembly instructions, BOMs
• Strong mechanical aptitude is required.
• Proficient using basic hand and power tools. 
• Proficient computer skills to be able to view electronic blueprints, use Word, Excel, Outlook, Team/Zoom
• Collaboration skills and effective written and verbal communication skills to work with production staff as well as Engineering team.

What happens next:
 
Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry – even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in the Kelly Engineering network. That means our team of expert engineering recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we're here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

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