Engineering Technician

Job Details: Job Location: Commercial Sewing, Inc. - Torrington, CT, Salary Range: $70000.00 - $90000.00Salary, Engineering Technician

Bring Ideas to Life. Drive Innovation. Improve Manufacturing.

Are you a hands-on technical professional who enjoys turning ideas into real-world solutions?

Commercial Sewing is seeking an experienced Engineering Technician to play a key role in product development, manufacturing support, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position bridges engineering and production, helping transform concepts into production-ready products while improving efficiency, quality, and performance across our operation.

If you enjoy solving problems, working with CAD, designing fixtures and tooling, and seeing your ideas make an immediate impact on the manufacturing floor, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What You'll Do

As an Engineering Technician, you'll support products from concept through production while working closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, and Operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

Support product development projects from initial concept through production release.
Create, modify, and maintain detailed part, assembly, tooling, and fixture designs using CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
Develop engineering drawings utilizing GD&T principles to ensure fit, function, and manufacturability.
Design and build jigs, fixtures, and tooling that improve safety, efficiency, quality, and repeatability.
Evaluate designs and manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
Troubleshoot technical issues in prototype and production environments and implement effective solutions.
Conduct root-cause analysis and lead corrective action efforts.
Develop and maintain work instructions, specifications, engineering documentation, and visual aids.
Maintain engineering and production data within the ERP system (Epicor).
Partner with cross-functional teams to balance customer requirements, product quality, manufacturability, and cost objectives.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce waste, improve productivity, and enhance product quality.
Participate in project planning, scheduling, and implementation activities.
Provide technical support and guidance to production personnel and team members.

What Success Looks Like

In this role, you'll make a measurable impact by:

Launching products efficiently and accurately into production
Improving manufacturing processes and workflow efficiency
Reducing production issues through effective problem-solving
Designing tooling and fixtures that improve safety and quality
Supporting projects that reduce costs and improve customer satisfaction
Contributing to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience

Associate's Degree in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical Technology, or a related field required.
Bachelor's Degree is a plus.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
5–7 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, product development, or a related technical environment.
Experience independently managing technical projects and priorities.
Strong background in fabrication, machining, manufacturing, or industrial processes.
Experience with textiles, sewn products, or soft goods manufacturing is a plus.

Technical Skills

Advanced CAD proficiency, preferably SolidWorks.
Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
Ability to create detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation.
Understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, and design for manufacturability (DFM/DFA).
Experience with ERP systems such as Epicor.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other engineering software tools.

Who You Are

You are someone who:

Enjoys solving complex technical challenges.
Takes ownership of projects and follows them through to completion.
Thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
Communicates effectively with both technical and non-technical teams.
Continuously looks for ways to improve products, processes, and systems.
Can manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

Why Join Commercial Sewing?

At Commercial Sewing, you'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that directly impact our products, customers, and manufacturing operations.

We Offer:

Competitive Compensation
Medical, Dental, and Supplemental Insurance
401(k) with Company Benefits
Paid Holidays
Summer Shutdown
Christmas Break
End-of-Year Bonuses
Employee Events and Wellness Programs
Opportunities for Advancement and Professional Growth
A Collaborative, Family-Oriented Culture

Many of our employees have built long-term careers here, with team members celebrating 20, 30, and even 40+ years of service.

Ready to Build Something Great?

If you're a skilled technical professional who enjoys product development, manufacturing, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of innovation at Commercial Sewing.
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