Plant Engineering Technician

NBMBAA; Brownwood (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

3M is hiring a Plant Engineering Technician for the Brownwood, TX site. You will maintain and repair assets, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems, and support engineering and production teams across a range of equipment.

The role requires 4 years of industrial maintenance experience, a high school diploma or GED, and flexibility to work overtime and multiple shifts. Fully on-site in Brownwood, TX.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older to be considered for this 3M Production role.
• High School Diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start).
• Four (4) years of Industrial Maintenance experience in a multi-craft mechanical/electrical or controls maintenance position.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and protect assets at the Brownwood, TX facility.
• Troubleshoot, modify, fabricate, weld, and repair plant utility and process equipment with engineering/production staff.
• Perform routine preventive and corrective maintenance on drives, motors, pumps, hoists, boilers, compressors, and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment, AC/DC electrical systems, PLCs, HMIs, motors, and controls.
• Assist in developing plans to correct equipment deficiencies and improve reliability.
• Work overtime, on-call, and various shifts as assigned.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical systems

PLC troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

VFDs

Electrical safety

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Two‑year technical degree

Tools

Industrial lasers

Job description

Job Description

Plant Engineering Technician (Brownwood, TX)

Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World

Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it is equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a diversity of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.

The Impact You'll Make in this Role

As a Plant Engineering Technician, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world.

Here, you will make an impact by:

• Maintaining, repairing, and protecting assets in the 3M Brownwood facility


• Working with engineering and production personnel during troubleshooting, modification, fabrication, machining, welding and repair of plant utility and process equipment


• Performing routine preventative and corrective maintenance on industrial manufacturing equipment such as drives, motors, pumps, overhead hoists, boilers, compressors, rotary equipment, air handling equipment, and plant process/support equipment


• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment, AC/DC electrical systems, PLC's, HMI's, motors, controls, VFD's and related equipment


• Assist in developing plans to correct equipment deficiencies and determining long term solutions for equipment issues to improve reliability


• Complete other duties as assigned or necessary including the willingness to work overtime, various shifts, and to be on-call

Your Skills and Expertise:

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this 3M Production role, in compliance with U.S. labor and safety laws.


• Possess a High School Diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution


• Four (4) years of Industrial Maintenance experience in a multi-craft mechanical/electrical or controls maintenance position

Applicants meeting the basic qualifications may be required to take and pass 3M elected testing as a part of the selection process.

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Two (2) year technical degree/diploma (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution in a multi-craft technology program


• Experience troubleshooting and repairing the following types of equipment in a manufacturing environment: motors, pumps, web handling systems, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, drive systems and related components, valves, brakes, and clutches


• Demonstrated proficiency working with electro-mechanical equipment such as pumps, AC/DC motors, motor drives, PLC troubleshooting, etc.


• Advanced troubleshooting and repair experience working with pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems in an industrial environment.


• Experience in Industrial lasers


• Demonstrated strong problem-solving and computer skills.


• This position may require working overtime, working weekends, and working holidays, as needed. This position is on a slow rotating shift.

Work location:

Fully on-site, Brownwood, TX

Travel

None

Relocation Assistance

NA

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Pay Transparency

The starting rate of pay for this position is Facilities mechanic $27.13, with a potential to reach $42.35. This targeted compensation range represents a good faith estimate and can vary based on factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Other benefits and incentives may apply; pay and benefits overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/ This information is being disclosed in accordance with local Pay Transparency Rules.

Supporting Your Well-being

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life - both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

Applicable to US Applicants Only

Applicable to US Applicants Only: The starting rate of pay for this position is $27.13, with the potential to reach $38.09 . This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/. All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M. Learn more about 3M's creative solutions to the world's problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M. Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties. Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement. Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/ 3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.