Engineering Technologist II - 1st Shift - Cottage Grove, MN

Andersen Corporation; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Profit Sharing

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

FSAs/HSA/HRA

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Career Growth

Job summary

Andersen Corporation in Cottage Grove, MN is seeking an engineer to support a manufacturing line. You will monitor, control, and improve processes to meet customer and business needs, and collaborate with operations, quality, engineering, and maintenance teams.

You will develop training tools, SOPs, participate in continuous improvement, and perform analyses with quality tools to drive product enhancements.

Qualifications

• A 4-year technical degree or equivalent is required.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Knowledge of 2D/3D solid modeling with AutoCAD or Inventor is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational technical support for existing applications and processes.
• Collaborate with operations, quality, engineering and maintenance to solve issues.
• Troubleshoot problems with other technical staff, suppliers and outside experts.
• Create training tools, documents and SOPs for production processes.
• Engage in continuous improvement activities and events.
• Present technical information or proposals to team members.
• Mentor less experienced technical employees.
• Design, build, and test models or prototypes.
• Estimate project schedules, resources and costs.
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation for projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

AutoCAD/Inventor knowledge

Education

4-year technical degree or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY:

At Andersen, we see possibility everywhere, every day and in everything we do. The possibility for our employees to achieve their full potential, for our communities to be stronger and for everyone to have a healthier, happier place to live.

Our portfolio of brands — Andersen Windows & Doors, Renewal by Andersen and Fenetres MQ — is crafted to serve customers across the new residential, home improvement and light commercial building sector.

Join our more than 13,000 employees who are inspired every day to deliver exceptional experiences that turn possibility into reality.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

PURPOSE:

This position is responsible for providing engineering support to a manufacturing line at our Andersen Windows location in Cottage Grove, MN. Primary focus will be on monitoring, controlling, and improving existing manufacturing processes, and to ensure customer and business needs are met.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provideoperational technical support for existing applications and processes
• Collaborate with operations, quality, engineering, and maintenance to solve issues
• Troubleshoot problems with other technical employees, suppliers, and outside experts
• Create training tools, documents, and standard operating procedures for production processes
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and events
• Present technical information or proposals to team members
• Offer assistance/mentor for less experienced technical employees
• Conduct testing related to introducing product improvements into the manufacturing process
• Perform complex analyses using quality tools and lab techniques
• Act as a team member on larger-scale projects with defined task ownership
• Take full responsibility for small-scale expense or capital projects
• Estimate project schedules, resource needs, and costs
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation for functional areas or projects
• Engage in continuous education and skill development
• Design, build, and test models or prototypes
• Demonstrate how technology solutions meet customer requirements

QUALIFICATION AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• 4-year technical degree or equivalent combination of formalized technical education and experience
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Communicate effectively through written, verbal, listening, and presentation skills
• Knowledge of 2D & 3D solid modeling preferred(AutoCad/Inventor)

PAY RANGE:

$69,840.00 - $104,760.00

CULTURE AND BENEFITS:

At Andersen, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Every day, theirtalent, dedication and passion enables us to be the most trusted window & door company. To support our employees, we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards Package – a thoughtful combination of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to investing in each team member’s wellbeing and success. While specific benefits may vary by position or location, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and future. Our benefits include:

• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
• Profit Sharing*
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave*
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities

*For employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement, some benefits may differ or may not be available based on the terms of the agreement.

PROFIT SHARING:

In 2026 Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $3,600 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit Sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.

EEOC EMPLOYER: Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, participate in a job interview, or engage in any part of the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.