Engineering Technician

Hire Horizons

📍 Champaign, Illinois, United States

Full-time Drafters, Engineering Technicians, and Mapping Technicians Posted June 16, 2026

Job Description

Engineer - Technician

Champaign, IL | $60,000 – $90,000 | Hands-On Role Supporting PhD Engineers in Advanced Plasma R&D


Vacuum Systems Engineering Technician 


Engineering background and experience required. 


We’re developing next-generation plasma and vacuum technologies — and looking for a Vacuum Systems Engineering Technician who enjoys working directly with PhD engineers to bring research concepts into functional, production-ready systems.


This is a hands-on, build-and-test position focused on assembling, troubleshooting, and improving high-vacuum systems used in plasma research and manufacturing. You’ll be part of a team where theory meets real hardware — helping to turn R&D breakthroughs into working prototypes and commercial products.

What You’ll Do

  • Assemble, test, and maintain high and ultra-high vacuum systems, chambers, and components.

  • Work closely with PhD engineers to execute ex...