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Our mission is to enable a world powered by clean energy. As an innovator and manufacturer of fuel cell clean power platforms, FuelCell Energy has the only technology in the world capable of capturing carbon from an external source and producing power at the same time. In addition, we offer the only technology in the world capable of producing hydrogen, power and water simultaneously.\nSummary:\n\nIn this role, the Engineering Technician will work closely with Production Engineers to support the development, implementation, and improvement of fuel cell manufacturing methods. Partnering with other members of the Value Stream Team, including quality, product, and industrial engineers, you will help execute process requirements and provide technical support to continuously improve safety, cost, quality, production capacity, and process yields.\nEssential Functions/Duties and Responsibilities:\n\nSupport production improvement efforts and assist with assigned technical projects, including select equipment and process improvement initiatives.\nMonitor one or more stages of the manufacturing process while equipment is running.\nWork in several departments as a support role for manufacturing\nAssessing the quality of products and identifying any flaws\nTroubleshooting problems that arise with machinery and making repairs to automated and semi-automated equipment\nStudy time, motion, methods, or speed involved in maintenance, production, or other operations to establish standard production rate or improve efficiency.\nVerify that equipment is operated and maintained according to quality assurance standards by observing worker performance.\nCoordinate work activities by collaborating with welders and machinists per engineering instructions.\nUtilize engineering drawings, sketches and verbal instructions to build mechanical assemblies and test rigs. \nExercise good judgment and initiative while providing a high level of workmanship to achieve results. Work independently to the extent practical and collaborate as needed if uncertain how to perform a task.\nUtilize Statistics to make informed decisions on when implementing process changes\nParticipate on cross-functional teams which may include R&D, Production Development, Facilities, and Environmental Health & Safety.\nPerforms other duties and tasks as directed by Management\n\nEducation & Work Experience: Associate degree in engineering technology, manufacturing technology, or a related technical field with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or a high school diploma/GED with 5+ years of applicable industrial or manufacturing experience.\nSkills and Experience:\n\nMust have the ability and desire to work in a dynamic, cross-functional production environment. \nAbility to work independently and effectively work with cross functional teams.\nMust have the ability to organize, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.\nMust have strong problem-solving skills.\nStrong communication skills are essential, both oral and written.\nMust have experience troubleshooting automated machinery.\nHands on experience with fabrication.\nExperience using hand tools including power tools for all ranges of general assembly.\nMust possess the ability to research and analyze various types of information.\nPossess the ability to read blueprints and drawings\nCapable of working in awkward positions occasionally for assembly of test set-ups and prototype assemblies.\nPossess general computer skills with a working knowledge of Excel, MS Power Point, Outlook, .pdf files, digital photos, and other software for reporting and general administrative purposes.\nExperience with robotics preferred.\nHands on experience with welding preferred. \nAbility to operate a fork lift, scissor lift, and boom lift required.\nExperience with 3D modeling is a plus (SolidWorks used).\nWorking Environment/Working Conditions:\n\nThe position is in-person and requires a commitment of 40 hours per week, typically Monday through Friday.\nTravel is estimated at up to 5% domestically, with limited international travel as needed.\nPhysical Requirements:\nAble to move effectively and timely in and around 200,000+ square foot cement floored manufacturing facility\nLifting, pushing, pulling and placement of manufacturing parts weighing 50lbs or more. \nAbility to work with, and around, chemicals, including but not limited to nickel-based compounds, adhesives, and solvents.\nAbility to work around furnace area with smoke, dust, and heat (wearing personal protective equipment).\nBe able and willing to wear required personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and other PPE as required.\nMust be able to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment.\nAbility to travel to other company locations as required.\nAbility to perform repetitive motion tasks with full range of motion with both hands/arms (motions include circular, up and down, back and forth, side to side and overhead).\nAbility to remain on feet and move from area to area within a shop for a period of eight (8) hours with standard breaks.\nMust be able to distinguish color for work with color-coded components.\nAll Employees Shall:\nComply with the EH&S Policy and applicable regulatory and company EH&S rules and requirements.\nReport to supervision conditions or practices that are either unsafe or that may adversely impact the environment, to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards.\nAttend scheduled EH&S training program.\nActively support the organization’s efforts to meet or exceed EH&S goals and plans.\nRecommend improved EH&S practices.\nMust maintain regular and consistent attendance.\nThis Job Description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company’s discretion. Nothing in this position description changes or is intended to change the employment at-will relationship with the Company or the terms of any collective bargaining agreement. Employment at-will means that an employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason or no reason at all, with or without notice.\nFuelCell Energy is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds.\nFuelCell offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive wages.\nThe successful candidate is required to complete a criminal background check, employment and education verification.\nFor more information about FuelCell Energy and our available openings, please visit our website: https://www.fuelcellenergy.com/careers\nWe thank all candidates for their interest in a career with FuelCell Energy. 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