Senior Mechanical Technician
Sioux Falls, SD – Full Time
Productive Resources (www.productiveresources.com) is seeking a candidate to be part of our engineering team for our customer's facility in Davenport, IA. As a member of our team, the selected candidate will be a highly skilled, mechanically inclined technician to support the development, testing, and validation of heavy-duty mechanical systems and equipment. This role is ideal for a higher-level technician who brings strong hands-on mechanical expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to think critically in a fast-paced, product-focused environment. The ideal candidate will be someone who can troubleshoot complex mechanical systems, support testing and validation efforts, and contribute meaningfully to product improvement and reliability.
This is a full-time position that is indefinite in duration with the opportunity of professional growth, and additional opportunities within our organization.
Duties:
- Assemble, modify, and maintain mechanical systems, components, and prototypes.
- Diagnose mechanical issues and provide effective, practical solutions.
- Support product testing and validation activities, including data collection and interpretation.
- Assist with strain gaging, instrumentation, and test setup as needed.
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and test teams to support product development.
- Document test results, observations, and recommendations clearly and accurately.
- Ensure equipment and test setups are safe, reliable, and ready for use.
Requirements:
- Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience working on complex machinery or equipment.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve independently.
- Solid understanding of mechanical systems and components.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and make sound technical decisions.
- Comfortable working in a shop and test environment.
Preferred:
- Experience with validation or testing activities.
- Familiarity with strain gaging, sensors, or data acquisition systems.
- Ability to read and interpret test data and draw meaningful conclusions.
- Background as a senior technician, engineering technician, or similar advanced technical role.
As a condition of employment consideration, Productive Resources conducts pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test. In addition, an employment candidate is required to provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States.
Why work for Productive Resources?
Productive Resources is a full-service engineering firm with over two decades of experience serving leading global clients. Our expertise is project-based product development and manufacturing engineering support. Our primary focus industries are off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, defense, mining, recreational, industrial, and specialty machines.
We lead with our reputation for quality, teamwork, and innovative solutions. We invest in our people, providing resources and opportunities for ongoing development. Our workplace fosters innovation, prioritizes the well-being of our team, and encourages creativity. Our diverse experience and client base will challenge your technical skills and provide greater opportunities for growth.
We Offer Competitive Benefits:
- Group Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance available
- Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Insurance available
- Long-Term Disability
- Short-term Disability
- Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
- Flexible Spending Plans for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care
- Health Savings Account (HSA) Programs available
- Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Care Support Program complimentary health advocacy program provides 24/7 assistance.
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Caregiver Support Programs
- Financial Wellbeing Support
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Training and Development
Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly