Engineering Technician Alexandria, Virginia

Engineering Technician

Alexandria, Virginia

Engineering

Onsite

Direct Hire

An engineering firm based in Alexandria, Virginia, that specializes in hyperbaric chambers that save lives and support complex missions, is seeking to add an engineering technician to its team. The Engineering Technician turns custom designs into fully operational systems by assembling, integrating, and upgrading high-pressure equipment used in hospitals and U.S. Navy facilities worldwide. This role blends hands-on assembly, electrical troubleshooting, and mechanical precision. Its built for a highly technical problem-solver who learns fast, thrives under pressure, and takes pride in working on a product that truly impacts people. No two days look the same, and every project pushes your skills further.

Engineering Technician Responsibilities:

Assemble, integrate, and upgrade custom hyperbaric chambers

Perform maintenance and testing both in-house and onsite at client facilities

Travel to hospitals and military bases to support installations

Interpret schematics and engineering drawings with high accuracy

Collaborate with designers and engineers to ensure functionality aligns with intent

Conduct troubleshooting, corrective repairs, and system performance checks

Manage materials and components for assembly

Work safely within medical-grade and mission-critical environments

Engineering Technician Requirements:

5+ years in a mechanical or electrical technician role

Strong fundamentals in both mechanical and electrical systems

Ability to read schematics and follow precise technical instructions

High accountability and comfort working with tight timelines

Curious to learn complex systems and innovate when needed

Willingness to travel domestically and work occasional weekends

Welding certification is a plus

Prior experience in manufacturing medical, aerospace, or custom industrial systems preferred

Benefits:

Discretionary performance bonus opportunities

80 % employer-paid medical PPO

Dental & HSA options

Generous PTO

11 paid federal holidays

401(k)

Travel expenses covered

Overtime available depending on project phase