Engineering Technician

Donaldson is committed to solving the world's most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities.

• Assist in execution of engineering and continuous improvement projects from planning through implementation.

• Build, modify, install, and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, tooling, fixtures, and workstations.

• Assist with installation, startup, and validation of new manufacturing equipment.

• Fabricate or modify components as needed to support manufacturing improvements.

• Support manufacturing engineers with equipment upgrades, automation projects, and production launches.

• Perform equipment trials and document results.

• Assist with machine layouts, line improvements, and workstation optimization.

• Collect production data, perform time studies, and support root cause investigations.

• Develop and update work instructions, visual controls, and project documentation.

• Coordinate project activities with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and outside vendors.

• Support safety improvements, ergonomic projects, and 6S initiatives.

• Maintain project schedules and communicate progress to the Engineering Manager.

• High school diploma or GED

• Technical training, trade school, military technical experience, or equivalent manufacturing experience preferred.

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot manufacturing equipment

• Ability to read mechanical drawings and basic electrical schematics

• Experience using hand and power tools

• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects while working independently

• Experience supporting manufacturing engineering or maintenance projects

• Welding, machining, fabrication, or mechanical assembly experience

• Experience with industrial automation equipment

• PLC troubleshooting experience

• CAD experience

• 3D Modeling

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement

• Lean Greenbelt

• Forklift and boom lift certification

• Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.).

• Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

• International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

Engineering Technician, Manufacturing Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Industrial Automation, Equipment Troubleshooting

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans

Employment opportunities for positions in the United States may require use of information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States.

Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.