Engineering Technician
Morgan Advanced Materials · Auburn, CA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 8+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Morgan Advanced Materials (industrial) in Auburn, CA. You will work closely with Engineering and Production teams to troubleshoot manufacturing issues, improve processes, develop tooling solutions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- They ask for
- 8+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Six Sigma, SPC, MSA / Gage R&R, GD&T, PLC, Machining
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 9, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in California: typical posted base $111k–$170k.
Median of the low and high ends of 179 live postings that list pay, out of 449 manufacturing engineer openings in California, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 448 other live manufacturing postings in California.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (8+ vs 5+)
Typical $108k–$159k, from 159 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 50%
- New product launch 44%
- Root cause 39%
- Automation 34%
- ✓ Machining 27%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 26%
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This plant: Morgan Advanced Materials in Auburn
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Responsibilities
About the Opportunity
Morgan Advanced Materials is seeking a skilled and hands-on Engineering Technician to join our Engineering team in Auburn, California.
This position is ideal for someone with a strong machining background, excellent mechanical aptitude, and a passion for solving technical challenges.
As an Engineering Technician, you will work closely with Engineering and Production teams to troubleshoot manufacturing issues, improve processes, develop tooling solutions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
If you enjoy working in a hands-on manufacturing environment where your technical knowledge and problem-solving skills make a direct impact, we encourage you to apply!
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Troubleshoot machining and manufacturing issues to support production efficiency and product quality.
- ◆Assist with equipment tooling, repairs, modifications, and upgrades.
- ◆Support product development and manufacturing process improvements.
- ◆Collaborate with Engineering and Production teams to design, develop, and implement tools, fixtures, and production aids.
- ◆Create CAD models and technical drawings to support tooling development and manufacturing solutions.
- ◆Identify opportunities to reduce setup times, improve processes, and increase productivity.
- ◆Provide technical guidance and training to production operators on equipment and manufacturing processes.
- ◆Participate in team-based problem-solving and continuous improvement activities.
- ◆Collect and analyze manufacturing data to identify process variation and improvement opportunities.
- ◆Maintain a strong commitment to workplace safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Required
- ✓High school diploma or equivalent.
- ✓Minimum of 8 years of experience in a machine-shop environment or related technical capacity.
- ✓Extensive hands-on experience with manual and/or automated machining equipment.
- ✓Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of machining fundamentals, including feeds, speeds, and depth of cut.
- ✓Experience using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and surface plates.
- ✓Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
- ✓Working knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
- ✓Basic understanding of manufacturing quality principles and statistical process control (SPC).
- ✓Strong communication, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- ✓Proficiency with computers, spreadsheets, and technical documentation.
Requirements
- ✓Work is performed primarily in production and machining environments.
- ✓Must be comfortable working around manufacturing equipment and moving between production areas.
- ✓Position requires frequent standing, walking, and hands-on equipment interaction.
- ✓Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
- ✓Required personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as applicable.
- ✓Overtime and occasional holiday work may be required based on business needs.
Export Compliance
Requirements
This position involves access to information and technology controlled under U.S. export regulations, including ITAR, EAR, and NRC requirements. Candidates must qualify as U.S. persons under applicable export-control regulations.
Join Our Team!
At Morgan Advanced Materials, you will have the opportunity to apply your technical expertise, work alongside experienced manufacturing professionals, and contribute to innovative process improvements.
We are looking for a dependable, detail-oriented team player who takes pride in quality workmanship, safety, and continuous improvement.
Apply today and become part of the Morgan Advanced Materials team in Auburn, CA!
Why Join Morgan?
- ✓Medical, dental and vision coverage beginning on the first day of regular full-time employment.
- ✓401(k), vacation, holiday and sick time.
- ✓Life insurance, disability coverage and Employee Assistance Program.
- ✓Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for training and advancement.
- ✓Eligibility for the applicable quarterly bonus plan for hourly employees.
Additional
Requirements
- ✓Successful completion of the pre-employment physical, drug/
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Overview
Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets.
We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them.
The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges.
Key Figures: Revenue £1,100.7m (2024), ~8,000 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.
Preferred
- +Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Machining, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- +Experience with CAD software, particularly SolidWorks.
- +Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T / ANSI Y14.5).
- +Experience with precision metrology equipment, including coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), video microscopes, and laser micrometers.
- +Familiarity with Six Sigma concepts, Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), and Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R).
Work Environment & Physical