Engineering Tech; 3rd Shift

Job Title

Under minimal supervision, support the maintenance staff as the technical leader on shift, responsible for the continuous improvement of plant processes and equipment including design and PLC program changes, mechanical and electrical documentation, Six Sigma variation reduction, uptime improvements, and maintenance expense reduction.

Schedule for this position is continuous operations: 10:30pm-7am

• Work under direction of maintenance manager/collaborate with engineering team
• Support and manage the CMMS system on shift
• Manage the maintenance KPI's on shift
• Provide technical assistance and resolution when electrical or engineering problems are encountered.
• Efficiently uses problem solving techniques including Pareto analysis, cause and effect analysis, multi-variable analysis, FMEA's and DOE's to reach solutions.
• Initiates and leads plant teams in the development of process improvements.
• Able to source vendors, define SOW's, manage contract deliverables when outside sources for engineering are used.
• Provides technical support for plant operations including maintenance support, capital project implementation, and Six Sigma project rollout support.
• Acts as liaison between Maintenance and Engineering personnel in communicating maintenance and engineering needs process changes, project reporting, etc.
• Monitors process, including new equipment and tools, to ensure performance to specifications. Implements capital and non-capital projects.
• Works with plant quality control and manufacturing personnel to ensure process and equipment is capable of producing product that meets quality, maintenance and engineering standards.
• Reviews new and modified specifications for proper content and schedules their introduction into the manufacturing system.
• Identifies causes and develops strategies for eliminating re-occurring downtime.
• Assists with assuring tools, equipment, and processes comply with OSHA and EPA standards

• Combination of associate's degree with work experience or Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Renewable Energy preferred)
• Working knowledge of PLC programming and ladder logic required.
• Experience in Robotics programming, troubleshooting, and diagnostics preferred. (Fanuc / Denso preferred)
• Understanding of Project/Program Management Methodologies.
• Must possess good communication skills with the ability to communicate across multifunctional teams through all forms of media.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Inventor/Solidworks, Excel, Power-point, CMMS system and other related programs.
• Must be available to work 10:30pm-7am

This is a general overview of the job duties, not a complete list of essential job functions. This job and all other duties performed under this job description will adhere to all Federal, State, and Local environmental regulations, as well as any additional plant specific environmental management system requirements.

Our fully integrated plant near Portland, Oregon manufactures batteries for cars, boats, motorcycles, and heavy-duty trucks and will soon celebrate 50 years in operation. We opened our doors in 1973 and now employ more than 235 people and operate six days per week. Our employees are actively involved in the community and support a variety of local organizations, including the Rotary Club and neighborhood schools.

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
• Parental and caregiver leave programs
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility
• Clarios has been recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

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