Engineering Technician – Manufacturing & Automation

USA Donaldson Company Inc.; Greeneville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson Company is seeking an Engineering Technician to support manufacturing engineering and continuous improvement efforts. You will assist in planning, installing, and validating equipment and processes across the manufacturing floor, while ensuring quality and safety standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, data collection, and collaboration with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and outside vendors to drive line efficiency, 6S initiatives, and ergonomic improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and basic electrical schematics.
• Experience using hand and power tools.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.

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 to support manufacturing improvements.
• Support manufacturing engineers with equipment upgrades, automation projects, and production launches.
• Perform equipment trials and document results.
• Coordinate project activities with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and outside vendors.
• Develop and update work instructions, visual controls, and project documentation.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Electrical schematics

Tools usage

Microsoft Office

Communication

Multi-project management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training or military technical experience

Tools

CAD

3D Modeling

PLC troubleshooting

Industrial automation equipment

Job description

Donaldson Company is seeking an Engineering Technician to support manufacturing engineering and continuous improvement efforts. You will assist in planning, installing, and validating equipment and processes across the manufacturing floor, while ensuring quality and safety standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, data collection, and collaboration with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and outside vendors to drive line efficiency, 6S initiatives, and ergonomic improvements.