Date:  Apr 18, 2024
Location: 

Norcross, GA, US, 30093

Company:  DEUTZ Corporation

 

 

Engineering Technician

 

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DEUTZ is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of innovative drive systems. Its core competences are the development, production, distribution and servicing of diesel, gas and electric drivetrains for professional applications that is used in construction equipment, agricultural machinery, material handling equipment, stationary equipment, commercial vehicles, rail vehicles and other applications.
 

 

 

Job Summary

The Engineering Technician is responsible for supporting the Engineering team with prototype assembly and dynamometer testing. Additional responsibilities include maintaining workshop cleanliness, supporting with parts tracking for builds, and maintaining supply of workshop consumables. 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The Engineering Technician will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties: 

  • Assemble Prototype engines and value add assemblies. 

  • Assist in troubleshooting mechanical issues. 

  • Install and remove engines from test cells/dynamometers. 

  • Think critically, question results, and identify ways to improve the workshop engine design.  

  • Work alongside the Applications and Design Engineering teams on various projects. 

  • Support Applications Engineering with the creation of test reports.  

  • Follow standardized procedures related to engine/value add assembly and test cell operation. 

  • Parts ordering/transferring. 

  • Manage inventory of parts and supplies.  

  • Maintain workshop cleanliness and organized work areas. 

  • Support Production Engineering with prototype builds performed at the Production Facility. 

  • Maintain a spirited, open-minded personality and “Can-do” attitude. 

  • Other duties as assigned. 

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:  N/A 

 

Travel Demands: Anticipated domestic and international travel is approximately 0-10% depending on business needs. 

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS:  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: 

Required 

Preferred 

Description 

 

Working knowledge of diesel engines 

 

Extensive knowledge of hand and power tools 

 

Experience with assembly and/or maintenance of engines 

 

HS Diploma or equivalent  

 

Technical Degree (Diesel Mechanic) 

 

Ability to create and follow checklists/procedures 

 

Experience with Microsoft Suite  

 

Experience with SAP 

 

Experience using CAD software to view engine models/assemblies 

 

Experience working in a prototype/R&D environment 

 

Experience using machinery such as vertical mill, horizontal lathe, and bad saws 

 

Experience safely using a MIG/TIG Welding machine, plasma cutter, and oxyacetylene torch. 

 

Experience operating a test cell/dynamometer 

 

 

 

 

 

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED SKILLS: 

  • Desire and ability to constantly learn on the job, multi-task, and frequently update procedures. 

  • Ability to self-direct and independently solve problems. 

LANGUAGE ABILITY: 

​​Read, analyze and interpret business, professional, technical or governmental documents. Write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers and the public.​ 

MATHEMATICAL ABILITY: 

​​Work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.​ 

REASONING ABILITY: 

​​Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.​ 

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:   

The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is in an office and manufacturing setting. While in the office, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.   

  • While performing duties that will require the individual to be on the manufacturing floor, the individual will have continuous exposure to typical engine environment, no A/C, and exposure to running engines in a closed environment with appropriate protective gear.  

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:   

An employee must meet the physical demands described here to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

 

Physical Demand Requirement 

Frequency  

Concentration 

Daily 

Sitting 

Daily 

Communication 

Daily 

Vision 

Daily 

Verbal 

Daily 

Standing 

Daily 

Hearing/Listening 

Daily 

Lifting 

Daily 

 Bending  

Daily 

 

 

 

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. 

 

 

 

EEO Statement 
DEUTZ is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, DEUTZ also has a strong corporate commitment to inclusion.


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