Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technician
Leviton · Melville, NY
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Reliability
- Base pay
- $52k–$62k
- Travel
- 3%
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 15+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level reliability role at Leviton (industrial) in Melville, NY.
- They ask for
- 15+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- GD&T, Tooling, SolidWorks
- Base pay
- $52k–$62k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · about 3% travel
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Reliability Engineer roles in New York: typical posted base $94k–$140k. This one lists $52k–$62k.
Median of the low and high ends of 13 live postings that list pay, out of 16 reliability engineer openings in New York, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
New York plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 15 other live reliability postings in New York.
- Base pay
- About 51% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- More than usual (15+ vs 5+)
Typical $95k–$140k, from 12 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- EHS / safety 31%
- Team leadership 31%
- PLC 25%
- Root cause 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for GD&T, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at Leviton
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- 2
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- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- The posting says about 3% travel. Between which sites?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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Full description from LevitonAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
Fabricate and assemble prototype parts, products, and test fixtures. Work from drawings, CAD models, bills of material, schematics, and specifications. Operate and maintain 3D printer. Inspect parts using optical measurement equipment, calipers, micrometers, pin gauges, and similar tools. Perform assigned mechanical, electrical, dimensional, and functional testing. Support prototype troubleshooting, teardown, and failure analysis. Document builds, measurements, test results, and deviations. Maintain an organized and safe engineering laboratory. Work within Leviton’s safety procedures while operating tools and 120V – 240 V electrical power sources.
Qualifications
Fabricate and assemble prototype parts, products, and test fixtures. Work from drawings, CAD models, bills of material, schematics, and specifications. Operate and maintain 3D printer. Inspect parts using optical measurement equipment, calipers, micrometers, pin gauges, and similar tools. Perform assigned mechanical, electrical, dimensional, and functional testing. Support prototype troubleshooting, teardown, and failure analysis. Document builds, measurements, test results, and deviations. Maintain an organized and safe engineering laboratory. Work within Leviton’s safety procedures while operating tools and 120V – 240 V electrical power sources.
One to three years of relevant prototype, fabrication, laboratory, metrology, additive-manufacturing, or electromechanical assembly experience. Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on fabrication skills. Ability to interpret drawings, dimensions, tolerances, specifications, and basic schematics. Familiarity with 3D printing and dimensional inspection tools. Basic Microsoft Word and Excel skills. Strong organization and documentation skills. Good communication skills, with the ability to interact with all levels of management. SolidWorks and basic GD&T knowledge preferred. Experience with soldering, wiring, electrical test equipment, or test-fixture fabrication preferred. Experience supporting new-product development or regulated electrical and mechanical products preferred.
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About Leviton At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next. It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world. About the role Support mechanical and electrical engineers developing residential electrical products. Fabricate prototypes, operate 3D printers and metrology equipment, build test fixtures, perform mechanical testing, perform electrical 120V – 240 V AC testing, and assist with troubleshooting.