Engineering Technician I

The Engineering Technician supports Hitchiner's engineering and production teams by performing hands-on technical tasks, data collection, and process support across assigned engineering functions. This role focuses on learning the investment casting processes, equipment, and quality standards while contributing to day-to-day engineering and manufacturing support activities including process trials, sample preparation, documentation, and laboratory assistance.

• Technical aptitude for engineering experimental work including data collection, analysis, and documentation.
• Ability to operate engineering laboratory and test equipment safely and accurately.
• Skill in metallographic sample preparation, dimensional measurement, and basic materials characterization techniques.
• Proficiency with MS Office for data organization, charting, and technical report support.
• Ability to follow detailed experimental procedures and record results with accuracy.
• Effective communication with engineers on experimental objectives, results, and technical observations.

• Environment: Various production, laboratory, and office areas; exposure to dirt, dust, odors, and noise within acceptable limits with the use of protective equipment.
• Physical demands: Ability to frequently lift up to 35lbs; standing, bending, and moving through production and laboratory environments.
• PPE: Safety glasses, safety-toed shoes, hearing protection, lab coat, and applicable PPE for chemical and production area access as outlined on the Job Safety Card.

Why Join Hitchiner?

• Mission-critical manufacturing: We use advanced automation and cutting edge equipment to support industries where precision and reliability matter.
• Internal mobility: We deeply invest in our people, offering training and leadership development opportunities so that employees can grow their careers with us.
• We win together: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our annual profit-sharing bonus.
• Beautiful location: Fully updated and modernized buildings on a campus offering an onsite restaurant and gym.

Employee Benefits

Full time employees may elect to participate in a number of benefit programs, including Hitchiner’s Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, and 401(k) Employee Retirement Contribution Plan. The Company provides employees with basic company-paid short-term, long-term, and basic life/AD&D insurance.

Employees also have access to education and tuition reimbursement, wellness rewards, Employee Assistance Program, and our free onsite fitness center.

About Hitchiner

Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Milford, New Hampshire, Hitchiner Manufacturing is the premier supplier of high-volume, complex thin-wall investment castings and fully finished casting-based components to the automotive, aerospace and defense markets.

Additional Information

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Hitchiner Manufacturing is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.

This position involves access to technical data, materials, and/or hardware subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employees must be able to meet export control eligibility requirements as a condition of employment. Who is considered a U.S. Person? A U.S. Person can be one of the following: U.S. Citizen, a U.S. lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), a refugee or asylee admitted under the U.S. law, or certain protected individuals under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Learn more about the ITAR here. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Hitchiner participates in the E-Verify program to confirm work authorization for all new hires in accordance with federal law.