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We are hiring for an Engineering Technician II to join our Fibrous Media Group. In this role you will have the opportunity to work in a lab setting and partner with engineers conducting tests, analyzing, and reporting results. This role is hands on and based at our Bloomington, MN HQ.

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 quantify product performance.

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.

Participate in lab continuous improvement initiatives and will perform laboratory housekeeping and other administrative duties as directed.

Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Other duties and responsible may be required

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate degree or 2+ year(s) of related experience (equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered)

Demonstrated mechanical/technical aptitude

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience as a test technician or related mechanical field

Bachelor's Degree

Proficient computer literacy skills (MS Office)

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.

Ability to define a problem and make quality decisions based on analysis, experience and sound judgment

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: $24.09 - $30.09, depending 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.

Key words: lab technician, testing, R & D

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