Job Information
Danfoss Engineering Technician in Utica, New York
Engineering Technician
Requisition ID: 38919
Job Location(s):
Utica, NY, US
Job Description
Semikron-Danfoss in Utica has an opening for an Engineering Technician. This position will work closely with our Industrial Engineers and be mentored by our Senior Transformation Manager to work on improvement projects and support "run the business" activities. The hours for this position can be on either 1st shift: Monday to Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm 2nd Shift: Monday to Friday 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm & 3rd Shift: Monday to Friday 11:00 pm - 7:30 am.
Employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of employment which include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, annual bonus program, paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents, a great working environment including 100% climate-controlled facility and much more! Danfoss offers 3 weeks paid PTO accrued over each bi-weekly paycheck plus 13 paid holidays. We pride ourselves on growing our human potential and encourage career growth within our facilities.
Job Responsibilities
Position will take instruction from and support Industrial Engineers (IE) and Senior Transformation Manager with Production, Quality, Maintenance and other Improvement projects.
Engage in Lean and Six Sigma projects. Persons in this role will receive necessary training and coaching where needed to fullfil these requirements.
Preparation and collation of important data. These could involve the set up and collection of manual data, accessing, collating and analysing information from company databases, using Excel and other tools for data analysis. Persons in this role will receive the necessary training and coaching to fulfill these requirements.
Engaging and working with operations team members, supervisors and managers as part of improve projects and run the line issues.
Work with IE, PT's, Engineering and Operations to define the process and tools to create video SOP's for production line processes. Starting with Pilot, adjusting and gaining approval before creating video SOP's for all important factory processes.
Carrying out training of operations teams to interact with video SOP's and how to update.
Highly motivated, self-driven and well-organized with hands-on mentality
Good natural analytical and problem-solving skills that can be developed with coaching and training
Driven by innovation and motivated to a drive improvements and change
Provide troubleshooting and related manufacturing support using advanced quality tools.
Background & Skills
At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.
The ideal candidate possesses these skills:
High School Diploma is required, STEM Classes through BOCES and/or 2yr technical college degree is preferred
As this role is a pathway to an Engineering role, it's preferred to have an Engineering Bachelor's degree, be in the process to complete one, or 4 years experience at a technical level
Skills such as flexibility, dependability, and independence are essential
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Computer skills: SAP, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) and Coding would be advantageous but not essential
Proven problem-solving skills
Strong decision-making skills
Team player who can build positive working relationships
Experience working in a cleanroom manufacturing environment is preferred but not essential
Compensation Data
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $30.00+ per hour. Base salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
Employee Benefits
We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:
Bonus system
Paid vacation
Flexible working hours
Pension plan
Personal insurance
Communication package
Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
State of the art virtual work environment
Employee Referral Program
This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
Semikron Danfoss
Semikron Danfoss unites two companies that complement each other through shared values such as enthusiasm for technology that enable a sustainable future. We believe in a modern and dynamic leadership culture to unleash the full potential of our teams.
Innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are.
The success of our employees is our success. That is why we offer a wide range of development opportunities and assign great importance to the health and well-being of our employees. The foundation of our joint work is our family-like corporate culture, which is characterized by trust, commitment and genuine teamwork.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.
This position requires use of information or access to hardware that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Semikron Danfoss is a global technology leader in power electronics. Our product offerings include semiconductor devices, power modules, stacks and systems.
In a world that is going electric, Semikron Danfoss technologies are more relevant than ever. With our innovative solutions for automotive, industrial and renewable applications we help the world utilize energy more efficiently and sustainable and thus to significantly reduce overall CO2 emissions – facing one of the biggest challenges today.
We take care of our employees and create value for our customers by investing significantly in innovation, technology, capacity and service to deliver best-in-industry performance and for a sustainable future.
Semikron Danfoss is a family-owned business, merged by SEMIKRON and Danfoss Silicon Power in 2022. We employ more than 3,500 people in 28 locations across the world. Our global footprint with production sites in Germany, Brazil, China, France, India, Italy, Slovakia and the United States ensures an unmatched service for our customers and partners. We offer more than 90 years of combined expertise in power module packaging, innovation and customer applications – making us the ultimate partner in power electronics.
Semikron Danfoss is a global technology leader in power electronics. Our product offerings include semiconductor devices, power modules, stacks and systems.
In a world that is going electric, Semikron Danfoss technologies are more relevant than ever. With our innovative solutions for automotive, industrial and renewable applications we help the world utilize energy more efficiently and sustainable and thus to significantly reduce overall CO2 emissions – facing one of the biggest challenges today.
We take care of our employees and create value for our customers by investing significantly in innovation, technology, capacity and service to deliver best-in-industry performance and to make our world a greener place.
Semikron is a family-owned business, merged by SEMIKRON and Danfoss Silicon Power in 2022. We employ more than 3,500 people in more than 28 locations across the world. Our global footprint with production sites in Germany, Brazil, China, France, India, Italy, Slovakia and the United States ensures an unmatched service for our customers and partners. We offer more than 90 years of combined expertise in power module packaging, innovation and customer application – making us the ultimate partner in Power Electronics.
Nearest Major Market: Utica