Engineering Technician
Flex · Tennessee
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Flex (industrial) in Tennessee.
- They ask for
- 4+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Automation, Tooling
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Tennessee: typical posted base $89k–$149k.
Median of the low and high ends of 7 live postings that list pay, out of 37 manufacturing engineer openings in Tennessee, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 36 other live manufacturing postings in Tennessee.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (4+ vs 7+)
Typical $89k–$149k, from 7 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 7+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 57%
- Lean 51%
- New product launch 46%
- ✓ Automation 43%
- ✓ Team leadership 35%
- Cost reduction 35%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Job Summary
To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a/an Engineering Technician to our team.
Reporting to the Process Engineering Manager , the Engineering Technician will perform complex engineering tests, troubleshooting, data analysis, and development activities while supporting process improvements, equipment performance, product validation, and operational problem resolution in a manufacturing environment.
requirements
and identify potential technical solutions.
- ✓Set up and conduct testing of complete units and components to support development, standardization, quality control, and problem resolution efforts.
- ✓Analyze test results against specifications and adjust equipment or processes to achieve required performance and operational objectives.
- ✓Record test procedures, results, data, and recommendations while maintaining software, documentation, and equipment revisions.
- ✓Assist engineers with the development and design of hardware and software used to test customer products and manufacturing processes.
- ✓Train technicians and operators on products, equipment, processes, and testing procedures while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
The Experience We're Looking to Add to the Team
- ✓Associate degree, military training, equivalent vocational training, or equivalent experience with a minimum of 4 years of related experience.
- ✓Experience troubleshooting electronics, equipment, and automated manufacturing processes in a production environment.
- ✓Knowledge of engineering and testing techniques with the ability to collect data, analyze results, and implement process improvements.
- ✓Experience working with automation equipment, fixtures, conveyor systems, or related manufacturing technologies.
- ✓Ability to define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and interpret a wide variety of technical instructions.
- ✓Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures, and effectively communicate technical information to managers, customers, and team members.
- ✓Knowledge of mathematical concepts including fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions and their application to practical situations.
- ✓Demonstrated technical skills with the ability to support multiple projects, participate in process improvements, and work effectively under general supervision.
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Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.
A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.
What a Typical Day Looks Like
- •Perform complex engineering tests, checkouts, and development engineering activities to support manufacturing and operational objectives.
- •Analyze engineering test results, collect data, and implement corrective actions to resolve process and equipment-related issues.
- •Review project instructions, blueprints, specifications, and procedures to determine testing
What you'll receive for the great work you provide
- •Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
- •Life Insurance
- •Short-term and Long-term Disability
- •Matching 401(k) Contributions
- •Vacation and Paid Sick Time
- •Tuition Reimbursement