Engineering Technologist at Lincoln Electric

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 11,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

 Location: Euclid - 22801 - Cleveland, OH, United States (US)
Employment Status: Salary Full-Time
Function: Research & Development
Req ID: 24593 

PURPOSE: To participate within the Advanced Technology Team to develop or improve new and existing products.

JOB DESCRIPTION (DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES):

• Provide technical support to engineers in the development and testing of new power electronic designs for Lincolns Advanced Technology products.
• Apply experience and skills to assist in the design of new welding equipment.
• Perform diagnostics and troubleshooting of electrical and electronic systems.
• Build and integrate prototype electronic circuits into machines
• Operate basic lab equipment including meters, oscilloscopes, temperature recorders, etc. (Training provided as needed).
• Run a wide variety of design verification and compliance tests.
• Gathers, maintains, compiles and manipulates technical data
• Create detailed documentation of test results and various investigations.
• May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or have accountability for ongoing activities or objectives.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as needed or directed in support of the Company’s 2025 Strategy.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• Level I:

Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology

• Level II:

            Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology & 3+ years of related experience or,

            Associate Degree in related field & 5+ years of related experience or,

            10+ years of related experience

• Level III:

            Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology & 5+ years of related experience or,

            Associates Degree in related field & 7+ years of related experience or,

            15+ years of related experience

• Read and understand schematics and wiring diagrams
• Understand how basic electronic components, like transistors, op-amps, function
• Use lab equipment like: oscilloscopes, voltage, current, power meters
• Use basic hand and power tools for assembly and analysis work
• Proficient in MS Office, including Word, Excel, Power Point; CAD software; ability to learn SAP
• Ability to perform hands-on work. Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. on a regular basis
• Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills
• Ability to handle a constantly changing set of priorities
• Selected candidate’s Job Level and Pay Grade will be determined based upon qualifications and experience.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.