
Engineering Technician II
Zebra Technologies · Holtsville, NY
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Today
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Zebra Technologies (industrial) in Holtsville, NY. You will independently perform testing activities with minimal supervision and contribute to the team’s efforts in ensuring product quality and performance.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- ISO 9001, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ)
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in New York: typical posted base $81k–$120k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 64 manufacturing engineer openings in New York, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 63 other live manufacturing postings in New York.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $81k–$120k, from 36 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Tooling 48%
- Root cause 39%
- Lean 39%
- ✓ Team leadership 28%
- New product launch 25%
- Cost reduction 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for ISO 9001, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Zebra Technologies in Holtsville
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Full description from Zebra TechnologiesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Perform hardware validation testing of systems and components with minimal supervision.
- ◆Independently operate a variety of test equipment (spectrum analyzers, environmental temperature chambers, vibration shakers, and power supplies...).
- ◆Troubleshoot basic hardware issues.
- ◆Support equipment readiness including but not limited to calibration, maintenance and other verifications in accordance with ISO9001.
- ◆Interface with engineering on specific testing deliverables.
Minimum
- ✓High School Diploma/ GED. Associate’s degree in technical discipline preferred
- ✓3-5 years of direct work experience in similar industry
- ✓Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
- ✓Strong problem-solving skills
- ✓Effective communication abilities.
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Overview
At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.
Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.
You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally.
Come make an impact every day at Zebra.
What We're Looking For
As an Engineering Technician II, you will independently perform testing activities with minimal supervision and contribute to the team’s efforts in ensuring product quality and performance. This role will have opportunities to engage with various teams within the organization.
Preferred
- +Direct industry experience
Conozca sus Derechos
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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at workplace.accommodations@zebra.com .
Pay Range
$23.62 - $35.42 Hourly
Zebra Total Rewards
Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.
Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.
Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.
Benefits
We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.
Job Posting Statement
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