Engineer Technician III

Position

Engineering Technician III – Temple, Texas – Now Hiring

$26.08-$34.80 per hour

• 8am-5pm (Monday-Friday)

• (928-NOVOLEX)

This position maintains the reliability and availability of all automation, controls, systems and processes throughout the facility.

Provides electrical and mechanical support in the development, analysis and maintenance of processes, equipment and products.

Works closely with all plant personnel to perform tests, diagnostics, repairs, improvements and upgrades to all machines, equipment, instrumentation, procedures, products and product performance.

• Drive a zero EHS incident culture, support and participate in incident investigations to determine root cause and identify preventive actions, correct unsafe conditions and acts immediately, and use every incident or near miss as a teaching moment for others.
• Attend Tier Meetings and support continuous improvement initiatives, including A3, 6S, Standard Work and Problem Solving.
• Monitor, adjust, calibrate and repair manufacturing equipment, instruments, fixtures, etc.
• Conduct in-depth PLC, HMI, motor drive troubleshooting and provide effective solutions.
• Perform electrical and electronic installations and modifications.
• Understand in depth electric circuitry, electronics and electromechanical concepts, both AC and DC.
• Understand hydraulics, pneumatics and mechanical concepts.
• Interpret all levels of drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, specifications, etc.
• Read and modify PLC ladder diagrams.
• Sustain an understanding of the latest state‑of‑the‑art automation and control techniques.
• Utilize problem‑solving techniques including PDCA to solve problems to root cause, implement actions that prevent reoccurrence, improve operations, etc.
• Supply technical assistance to constantly improve Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE).
• Create and modify procedures.
• Adhere to budgets by managing monthly spend to the given forecast, and explain variances as requested.
• Provide training to all levels of the organization.
• Supervise contractors to minimize scheduled and unscheduled downtimes.
• Maintain and manage engineering department technical procedures, manuals and drawings, including records of as‑built equipment and process changes.
• Sustain housekeeping in assigned areas to ensure a safe and clean work environment.
• Work flexible hours including weekends and holidays, and subject to be on‑call.

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Apprenticeship or equivalent training required.
• Associate’s degree in maintenance or industrial technology preferred.
• Minimum ten years industrial maintenance experience with extensive automation and controls work.
• Information Technology (IT) working knowledge including networking, computers, Ethernet systems, etc.
• Proficient in computer applications including Microsoft applications, Outlook, SAP, etc.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, National Electric Code (NEC), Allen Bradley and Siemens systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and logic to solve problems to root cause.
• Knowledge and ability to apply mathematical concepts.
• Proactive and self‑motivated to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to make decisions under time constraints and tight deadlines.
• Able to interact with other associates in a team‑oriented environment.
• Lift up to 35 pounds.
• Possess or immediately purchase the required tools for the position.

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well‑being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well‑being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health.

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility‑level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.