Engineering Technician

Donaldson Company; Greeneville (TN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson Company is seeking an Engineering Technician in Greeneville, TN to support manufacturing engineering and continuous improvement initiatives. You will help plan, install, and validate new equipment, while fabricating components to enhance production lines.

The role requires hands-on experience with machining, automation, and equipment performance, along with strong problem-solving and documentation skills. On-site opportunity with growth in a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or equivalent.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities with 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 independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and 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 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.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

MS Office

Multi-project management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training or trade school

Tools

CAD experience

3D Modeling

Industrial automation equipment

PLC troubleshooting

Job description

## Engineering TechnicianApplylocations: Greeneville, TN (USA)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-27570Donaldson 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. **Role Responsibilities**:* 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.**Minimum Qualifications:*** 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**Preferred Qualifications:*** 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**Immigration Sponsorship Not Available:*** 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.**Keywords:** Engineering Technician, Manufacturing Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Industrial Automation, Equipment Troubleshooting