Engineering & Maintenance Technician

3D Systems Corporation; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Health and wellness benefits

Career development

Job summary

3D Systems Corporation is seeking an Engineering and Maintenance Technician to provide hands-on engineering support and maintenance for plastics materials production at our Rock Hill, SC facility. You will perform electrical and mechanical repairs, preventive maintenance, and collaborate with production and engineering to diagnose faults and implement improvements.

This role requires a 2-year technical degree and 2 years of maintenance experience, plus strong communication skills and proficiency

Qualifications

• 2-year Technical Degree, Trade School or equivalent experience required.
• 2 years of Maintenance Technician experience required.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Mechanical or electrical fabrication experience is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with skilled tradesmen and/or engineers for the purpose of completing projects efficiently.
• Design and complete small fabrication projects involving mechanical and electrical systems.
• Install system component parts for the purpose of providing a safe and workable environment.
• Maintain tools and measurement equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability and are in safe operating condition.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, trainings, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Perform a wide variety of general and semiskilled maintenance for the purpose of completing projects within established time frames.
• Prepare written materials (e.g. repair status, activity logs, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and/or conveying information.
• Respond to emergency situations and equipment break downs during and after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Conduct maintenance tasks on all equipment in manufacturing
• Perform preventive maintenance on all equipment in manufacturing on required schedule; sets required schedules if not predetermined

Skills

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Interpret technical instructions

Education

2-year Technical Degree / Trade School

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

The Engineering and Maintenance Technician provides hands‑on engineering support and maintenance services to support plastics materials production, performing both minor and major electrical and mechanical repairs on processing and support equipment. This role is responsible for executing a wide range of maintenance activities, addressing immediate operational and safety concerns, and performing routine and extensive preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment, utility systems, processing equipment, and material handling systems. The technician actively drives root cause analysis and implements effective countermeasures for equipment and process faults, ensuring knowledge is transferred back to the manufacturing team for process improvement. In addition, the role collaborates closely with production and manufacturing engineering to support testing, process definition, and the triage and debugging of manufacturing processes.

Onsite

This position is fulltime onsite at our flagship manufacturing facility located in Rock Hill, SC

What's in it for You!

• Competitive Compensation Package: Our employees are the best part of our company. We want you to feel valued, appreciated, and included. Because of this, we make sure your hard work is recognized.
• Paid Leave (US ONLY): Enjoy time away from work with Company paid holidays and a flexible working schedule through our paid time off (PTO) policy. Yep, you read that correctly. We are a Company that values you and makes sure you take time for yourself.
• 401(k): Prepare for a secure retirement with our 401k plan, which includes an employer matching contribution.
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Plans: We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, as well as company‑paid basic life insurance that supports you during your career with us. We believe that taking care of our employees is essential, and these benefits reflect our commitment to your health, security, and peace of mind.
• Global Team: With our state‑of‑the‑art corporate headquarters in Rock Hill, South Carolina, our global team operates across more than 13 countries worldwide. Experience a workplace comprised of talented individuals who are passionate about serving our customers and each other.
• Innovative Culture: Innovation is at the heart of what we do! Since our founding in 1986 by Chuck Hull, the inventor of 3D printing, we have continuously pushed the boundaries of what is possible with additive manufacturing. When you join 3D, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting edge technology in an innovative and collaborative culture!
• Talent Development: At 3D Systems, we invest in talent programs to support employees with opportunities to grow, contribute, develop, and thrive in their careers.
• Connection & Engagement Opportunities: We strive to cultivate an environment where our diverse global workforce can connect and thrive. Our Employee Resource Group program, Employee Recognition program, and 3D Gives Back program, are just a few examples of how you will be empowered to build connections, celebrate wins, and make a meaningful impact.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate with skilled tradesmen and/or engineers for the purpose of completing projects efficiently.
• Design and complete small fabrication projects involving mechanical and electrical systems.
• Install system component parts for the purpose of providing a safe and workable environment.
• Maintain tools and measurement equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability and are in safe operating condition.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, trainings, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Perform a wide variety of general and semiskilled maintenance for the purpose of completing projects within established time frames.
• Prepare written materials (e.g. repair status, activity logs, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and/or conveying information.
• Respond to emergency situations and equipment break downs during and after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Conduct maintenance tasks on all equipment in manufacturing
• Perform preventive maintenance on all equipment in manufacturing on required schedule; sets required schedules if not predetermined

What You'll Need

• 2-year Technical Degree, Trade School or equivalent experience required
• 2 years of Maintenance Technician experience required
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Mechanical or electrical fabrication experience is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook

3D Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or national origin or because he or she is an individual with a disability or a disable veteran, Armed Forces service medal veteran (referred to collectively as "protected veterans"). The Company also provides applicants with equal employment opportunities without regard to pregnancy, childbirth, medical needs arising from pregnancy or childbirth, and related medical conditions including, but not limited to, lactation.