Pilot Plant Technician
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 12,000 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
Employment Status: Hourly Full-Time
Function: Research & Development
Req ID: 26380
Summary
Lincoln Electric has an outstanding opportunity for a Pilot Plant Technician. The Pilot Plant Technician plays in integral role in supporting our consumable product development and certification through prototype production and routine product performance evaluations using established procedures and work practices. Report to Consumable R&D Managers or their designees.
In addition to competitive pay, Lincoln Electric offers a lucrative profit-sharing plan, student loan repayment program PLUS tuition reimbursement, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and many more outstanding benefits!

Education & Experience Requirements

• Vocational Training and 5+ years’ experience required; or Associates Degree in related field; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 7+ years’ experience in related field.
• Has working knowledge and skills to perform a defined set of analytical/scientific methods or operational processes; Mechanical Aptitude a plus
• Applies experience and skills to complete assigned work within own area of expertise
• Works within standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods
• Works with a moderate degree of supervision
• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain neat, accurate records
• Proven ability to work independently and as a part of a team with minimal supervision
• Ability to develop a positive and cooperative work environment with colleagues and supervisors
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. on a regular basi

• Manufactures small batches of experimental welding consumable products, provides feedback on manufacturability to engineers and scientists

• Provides technical support to engineers and scientists in areas such as operations, maintenance, safety, testing, process improvement or product development.
• Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles and manipulates technical data using established formulas and procedures and performs detailed mathematical calculations.
• Conducts and documents a variety of standardized tests; prepares routine test specimens using established procedures and/or drawings; sets up and operates standard test equipment; records test data
• Responsible for executing work in accordance with instructions provided
• Performs additional tasks as required by engineers or supervisor
• Responsible for the safe operation, cleanliness and routine maintenance of all assigned laboratory equipment
• Assumes additional responsibilities as needed or directed in support of the Company’s 2025 Strategy.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Vocational Training and 5+ years’ experience required; or Associates Degree in related field; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 7+ years’ experience in related field.
• Has working knowledge and skills to perform a defined set of analytical/scientific methods or operational processes; Mechanical Aptitude a plus
• Applies experience and skills to complete assigned work within own area of expertise
• Works within standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods
• Works with a moderate degree of supervision
• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain neat, accurate records
• Proven ability to work independently and as a part of a team with minimal supervision
• Ability to develop a positive and cooperative work environment with colleagues and supervisors
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. on a regular basis

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.
Nearest Major Market: Cleveland
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