Engineering Tech
Flex · Texas
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 8 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Flex (industrial) in Texas. Perform complex engineering tests, checkouts, and development activities on products, equipment, and systems.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Tooling
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Texas: typical posted base $79k–$132k.
Median of the low and high ends of 33 live postings that list pay, out of 148 manufacturing engineer openings in Texas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 147 other live manufacturing postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)
Typical $79k–$132k, from 33 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 57%
- Root cause 51%
- Lean 39%
- New product launch 39%
- Automation 34%
- Six Sigma 28%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Job Summary
Summary
The Engineering Technician supports engineering development, testing, and problem-solving activities for manufacturing equipment, systems, and customer products. This role performs complex testing, analyzes results, assists with product development, and collaborates closely with engineers, customers, and production teams to ensure quality and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Perform complex engineering tests, checkouts, and development activities on products, equipment, and systems.
- ◆Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to identify issues and implement corrective actions.
- ◆Set up and conduct testing of components and assemblies under operational conditions to support development, quality control, standardization, and troubleshooting efforts.
- ◆Review engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and work instructions to determine testing
requirements
and recommend solutions.
- ✓Assemble, modify, and fabricate mechanical components, assemblies, and test fixtures as needed.
- ✓Analyze test results and make equipment adjustments to ensure compliance with design and performance specifications.
- ✓Document test procedures, results, observations, and recommendations for product or process improvements.
- ✓Maintain equipment, software, and technical documentation in accordance with current revisions and specifications.
- ✓Assist engineers in designing and developing hardware and software solutions used to test customer products.
- ✓Organize and maintain engineering documentation, including specifications, schematics, and procedures.
- ✓Perform testing in accordance with customer
requirements
and specifications.
- ✓Support customer presentations and interact directly with customers when needed.
- ✓Collaborate with engineers and third-party partners on development projects.
- ✓Train and support technicians and operators on products, equipment, and manufacturing processes.
Required
- ✓Associate degree, military training, vocational training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- ✓Minimum 2 years of related engineering technician or manufacturing experience preferred.
- ✓Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- ✓Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and engineering documentation.
- ✓Experience collecting, analyzing, and documenting technical data.
- ✓Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
- ✓Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Requirements
- ✓Regularly handles small components and performs repetitive tasks.
- ✓Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach, bend, kneel, crouch, and use hands for detailed work.
- ✓Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- ✓Requires close vision, color vision, and depth perception.
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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.
Preferred
- +Experience supporting manufacturing, test, or product development environments.
- +Ability to train, guide, and mentor technicians and operators.
- +Experience working directly with customers and cross-functional teams.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- •Advanced technical skills with the ability to support multiple projects simultaneously.
- •Strong understanding of engineering and manufacturing processes.
- •Ability to analyze complex technical problems, draw conclusions, and implement solutions.
- •Knowledge of statistical concepts, measurements, and technical testing methods.
- •Ability to prepare reports, procedures, and business correspondence.
- •Effective presentation and communication skills.
Leadership & Decision Making
- •May provide direction, guidance, and technical support to other employees.
- •Works independently with minimal supervision.
- •May make recommendations or decisions that impact team operations and project outcomes.
Physical
Work Environment
- •Manufacturing and laboratory environment.
- •May be exposed to moving mechanical equipment, electrical systems, and industrial chemicals.
- •Appropriate safety procedures and equipment must be followed at all times.
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