Engineer Support Technician - 3

Pella Corporation•Sioux Center, IA

About The Position

The Engineering Support Technician-3 works independently throughout manufacturing plants to analyze, modify, and build machines, tools, fixtures, jigs, templates, and guards. The technician collaborates with other technicians, tool room personnel, engineers, department managers, and operators during project analysis and implementation. The role also involves troubleshooting engineering and maintenance issues and supporting project teams and improvement activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency.
Pass a drug screen, pre-work vision screen, and pre-employment tests.
Able to work with minimal supervision.
Excellent computer knowledge.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Proficient mechanical and math aptitude.
Flexibility to travel.
Excellent written and oral communication.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Time-management skills.
Ability to work with internal and external customers.
Complete the required classes listed in the posting, including training in sensors, drives, AutoCAD, blueprint reading, mentoring and training, motor control, industrial math, welding, PLCs, measurement technology, algebra and trigonometry, hydraulics and pneumatics, mechanical troubleshooting, electrician licensing, powered industrial vehicles, and DMAIC problem solving.
Meet the stated physical requirements, including lifting, pushing, pulling, gripping, pinching, elevated work, stooping, kneeling, squatting, reaching, standing, walking, and performing repetitive tasks for up to 12 hours per day.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing-related experience is preferred.
Job-specific experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Comply with safety, quality, and production requirements and procedures.
Maintain regular and dependable attendance.
Work flexibly, including overtime when needed, and around moving equipment and machines.
Analyze, modify, and build machines, tools, fixtures, jigs, templates, and guards.
Analyze and implement engineering projects.
Troubleshoot engineering and maintenance issues.
Maintain a Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) license.
Rotate to other positions as needed.
Lead project teams.
Participate in Kaizen events and other assigned activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.