Engineering Tech I

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As an Engineering Technician I (2nd Shift) in Mobile Solutions Labs at Donaldson Company you will be given the opportunity to conduct standard and non-standard testing on current and experimental products. This position will normally receive little to no instruction on standard testing where most work assignments are semi-routine in nature.  You will apply job skills, test procedures and company policies to complete a wide range of tasks.  You must be capable of recognizing when deviation from an accepted test practice is required and ask questions as necessary. You will use your computer skills to prepare accurate records of test results.

The Engineering Technician I will develop and maintain positive relations with internal customers and team members as well as coordinate with various functions within the company to ensure customer requests are handled appropriately and in a timely manner. The Engineering Technician I will support and actively participate in lab continuous improvement initiatives and will perform laboratory housekeeping and other administrative duties as directed. This role is located at our Bloomington, MN office.

Role Responsibilities

- Participate in the development of new technology, new products or modifications to existing products to meet technical requirements within time and cost constraints.
- Consult with the test requestor and/or lab manager to determine appropriate testing methods and understand desired outcomes for standard products.
- Set – up and conduct performance tests, without supervision, using established standardized formats and procedures in order to identify performance ratings.
- May adapt procedures, process, tools equipment and techniques to meet the more complex testing requirements with the help and supervision of others.
- Prepare accurate test data for interpretation and analysis.
- Appropriately identify test equipment issues and communicate them to more senior level technicians or supervisors.
- Operate and maintain lab equipment to ensure accuracy and efficiency of testing.
- Assist with equipment calibration and perform basic test bench maintenance under supervision.
- Keep lab manager informed of testing activity/challenges on an ongoing basis.
- Performs operational lab duties as apparent or as assigned.
- Effectively meet established deadlines.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Associates' degree and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Previous experience as a technician or related field preferred
- Working knowledge of test equipment and test standards
- Proficient computer literacy skills (MS Office)

Preferred Qualifications:

- Demonstrated mechanical/technical aptitude
- Ability to readily adapt to changing priorities and take direction from supervisors and team members
- Ability to communicate concisely and accurately to individuals and small groups
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy and completeness of data, reports, records, etc.
- Good organization skills and ability to multi-task
- Ability to recognize the importance of common goals and working with others to achieve them

Hourly Pay Range: Depends on relevant experience, qualifications, and skills.

This position is overtime eligible as per state and federal regulations.

Employee benefits are part of the competitive total rewards package that Donaldson Company, Inc. provides to you. Our comprehensive benefits program includes health benefits, retirement plan (401k), paid time away, paid leaves (including paid parental leave) and more.

Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

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.

Key words: Engineering Technician, new products, test, lab

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