Engineering Technologist

Jobs2Web; Euclid, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric in Cleveland, OH is seeking a Technologist to support new product trials, optimize processes, and build digitally enabled manufacturing models on the plant floor.

You will ensure fast, accurate execution of experiments, data collection, and equipment setup while collaborating with R&D, Engineering, and Operations to improve reliability and product quality.

Qualifications

• Level II: BS in Engineering Technology + 3+ years, OR assoc. degree + 5+ years, OR 10+ years exp.
• Level III: BS + 5+ years, OR assoc. degree + 7+ years, OR 15+ years exp.
• Level IV: BS + 9+ years, OR assoc. degree + 11+ years, OR 20+ years exp.
• Demonstrated ability to operate floor-level production equipment safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• On-the-floor trials for new products, processes, and changes.
• Set up, operate, and adjust manufacturing equipment during trials.
• Capture process parameters, product attributes, and operator observations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on equipment operation

Measurement instruments

Statistical concepts

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology

Associate degree in related field

Experience-based equivalence (Level II/III/IV)

Job description

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Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com .

Location: Euclid - 22801

Employment Status: Salary Full-Time

Pay Grade and Range: AZT000-P4 $74,538 - $138,894.00)

Bonus Plan:AIP

Position Summary

The Technologist will play a critical hands-on role in supporting new product trials, process optimization, and the development of digitally enabled manufacturing models. This position ensures fast, accurate execution of plant floor experiments, data collection, and equipment setup to accelerate new product industrialization and improve process reliability. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, mechanically adept, and comfortable working across R&D, Engineering, and Operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Trial Support

• Execute on-the-floor trials for new products, new processes, and process changes.
• Set up, operate, and adjust manufacturing equipment during trials.
• Capture critical process parameters, product attributes, and operator observations.

2. Data Collection & Technical Support

• Conduct instrumentation setup (thermocouples, flow/pressure sensors, etc.) to support experiment needs.
• Collect and validate data during trials; ensure accurate logging and traceability.
• Prepare samples, run basic laboratory tests, and document results.

3. Process Optimization Assistance

• Support SMEs and Engineers in implementing process changes, DOE execution, and troubleshooting.
• Assist with root c‑cause investigations for quality or reliability issues.
• Contribute observations and practical insights into process capability and operator usability.

4. Documentation & Standards

• Maintain accurate records of trial conditions, results, deviations, and learnings.
• Support development of standardized work, process instructions, and Methods documentation.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Operations personnel, Process SMEs, Product Engineering, and Quality teams.

Communicate trial progress, findings, and improvement opportunities

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Level II: Bachelors of Science in Engineering Technology plus 3+ years of experience OR Associate degree in related field plus 5+ years of related experience OR 10+ years of experience.
• Level III: Bachelors of Science in Engineering Technology plus 5+ years of experience OR Associate degree in related field plus 7+ years of related experience OR 15+years of experience.
• Level IV: Bachelors of Science in Engineering Technology plus 9+ years of experience OR Associate degree in related field plus 11+ years of related experience OR 20+ years of experience.
• Demonstrated ability to operate floor level production equipment safely and effectively.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Competency with measurement instruments and basic statistical concepts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in metalworking, welding consumables, thermal processes, electroplating, or similar manufacturing fields.
• Exposure to digital data acquisition systems or digital twins a plus.
• Experience supporting DOE, pilot runs, or scale‑up operations.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Nearest Major Market: Cleveland
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