Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician. This position will be based at our facility in Sumter, SC. We are offering relocation assistance.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $56000 - $83000 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you'll do:

The primary role of the Lead ME Technician is to support Manufacturing Engineering by helping to drive continuous improvement in the fabrication and assembly operations. This position will assist in the conceptualization and execution of capital projects and development of manufacturing methods and processes. The position will support operations, maintenance and management of the facility, paint lines and capital assets (equipment, machinery, building, etc.) as assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Assist with installation and relocation of new and existing machinery, tooling, racking, workstations and other equipment.
• Assist in the investigation, troubleshooting and resolution of technical and process problems.
• Take necessary measures to improve the quality of product and information in the respective area of responsibility.
• Assist in the determination of manufacturing methods, machinery or capacity to produce parts, sub-assemblies, and assemblies for new products or customer orders consistent with overall plant objectives.
• Confer with engineering and production personnel on design changes and new product development programs.
• Evaluate, implement and troubleshoot the operation of new and existing machinery, tooling, and other equipment.
• Provide support to Eaton Lean Systems, Eaton Quality Systems, MESH and Pro Launch to achieve and maintain required levels of certification and performance.
• Support plant process changes via the Change Management Process.
• Write, review and revise work instructions and method sheets.
• Generate, investigate, evaluate and implement cost improvement ideas and opportunities.
• Gather data, information, time studies, and general process knowledge to help determine best utilization of equipment and facilities, safe work practices, ergonomic improvements, efficient material flow, work cell layouts and personnel requirements.
• Safety responsibilities include safety and housekeeping objectives and audits. Follow all safety rules and procedures and report unsafe conditions to line management. Monitor and ensure contractors comply with all safety procedures, documentation and requirements, including PPE, permits and Eaton Life Saving Rules.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Metal Fabrication, Assembly or Maintenance
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years experience with AutoCAD.
• 3 years Prior experience in manufacturing engineering capacity
• 1 year Lean training experience
• 3 years welding experience
• Minimum 2 years experience with hand tools and power tools in an industrial environment
• Minimum 2 years experience operating industrial powered vehicles including fork trucks and/or scissor lifts

Skills:

Position Criteria:
-Demonstrated proficiency in communication skills (written, verbal, computer) required
-Demonstrated proficiency with basic manufacturing tools such as Lean, Six-Sigma, problem solving/decision making.
-Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office
-Demonstrated ability to lead and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to support customer and manufacturing requirements
-Familiarity with Fabrication Machinery (ex. Prima Power Punch, EHRT Bus Punching, Trumpf Fiber Laser, Franklin Bus Punching, etc.)
-Demonstrated ability to influence others without authority
-General Ergonomic and EHS knowledge
-Familiarity with Eaton and OSHA permitting requirements

Additional Information:

Physical Demands:
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; reach at or above shoulder level; grip; and use hands to handle and feel. The employee is frequently required to walk; stoop; lift; carry; push; pull; and grip. The employee is frequently required to lift/carry up to 35 pounds. The employee is frequently required to push/pull up to or greater than 35 pounds. The vision requirements include far and close vision with depth perception and color discrimination. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to listen and to talk.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to noise and frequently exposed to dust.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

Client-provided location(s): Sumter, SC

Job ID: Eaton-60360Sumter

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-03-07T18:43:01