We are Proud to be SJE! At SJE, we are more than a company — we are a family of brands with a shared vision and mission to provide industry-leading, innovative, and reliable control and monitoring solutions that improve efficiencies, protect the environment, and deliver dependable solutions to our valued customers. We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to support our SJE Rhombus brand and work out of our Detroit Lakes, MN location. Detroit Lakes is the home office for SJE and is the leading manufacturer of our liquid level control products, including pump control panels, alarm systems, float switches, and level monitoring solutions. Our SJE Rhombus brand is a leading provider of liquid level control products and pump control solutions for the water, wastewater, and sewage industries across residential, commercial, municipal, industrial, and agricultural sectors. Check us out at SJErhombus.com or SJEinc.com! The job: As our Manufacturing Engineer, your primary role will be to collaborate with the Manufacturing Engineering team to support product transfers to the best manufacturing location. You will assist with integrating new products and product modifications into production as well as upgrading work instructions and routings. You will devise, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes while using Lean Manufacturing principles to reduce waste and standardize production. You will support the Maintenance team with technical troubleshooting and machinery upgrades. The skills, education, and experience you need: To succeed in this role, you must: • Have experience with product planning • Be able to provide innovation through collaboration with a team • Be proficient in working with hand and power tools • Have experience in designing work centers for capacity, efficiency, and safety to meet required takt times • Be willing to travel to other locations to assist with projects as needed A 4-year degree in Industrial Engineering, or equivalent degree and 1-2 years of experience are preferred. Answering your questions: When you are considering a new job, it is normal to have a ton of questions. Here are a few questions we are asked all the time. • What are the hours? Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. • What is your Paid Time Off and holiday policy? Up to 120 hours of Paid Time Off in your first year plus 8 paid holidays. • What is the starting wage? The starting salary for this position is $65,000 - $80,000/year depending on experience. • What benefits do you offer? We offer a robust benefits package including health, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance as well as dental and vision programs you need to take care of your family, along with other benefit options. Check out our full benefits package! • What is my commute? Plug this address into Google Maps: 22650 Co Hwy 6, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501. We will answer more of your questions during the first interview. Expect to hear about the next steps if you meet the job requirements. Why Work With Us At SJE, we believe in empowering our employees to grow professionally while making a real impact. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a collaborative culture that encourages creativity and problem-solving. Join us and become a part of something bigger. Join a company where you’re not just working—you’re building a legacy! Learn more and apply on-line at www.sjeinc.com. SJE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
See More Details >>Friesen’s designs and manufactures innovative automated processing system solutions for the top fortune 500 Consumer Producing Companies in the world. When you join Friesen’s, you join a fun vibrant culture of talented and inspired individuals working as a Team who are dedicated to providing outstanding equipment to meet our client’s needs. Responsibilities • Wiring and labeling control panels • Be able to follow electrical Schematics and follow bill of materials • Mount and wire controllers, motors, VFDS, relays, motor starters, circuit-breakers panels, indicator lights, disconnects, and switches into enclosures using; screws, bolts, and hand/power tools. • Test continuity of the circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components using testing instruments such as an ohmmeter, and/or megger. • Running tests on equipment • Troubleshooting problems • Working with AC & DC drives, electrical component analysis, use of electrical meters and oscilloscopes, and basic mechanical repair. • Work on AC and DC systems up to 600 volts • Programming motors & VFDs • Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assemble, and install electrical conduit using tools such as hacksaw, pipe threader, and conduit bender • Work is project-orientated, and you may be working on several projects, all at various stages, at any given time. Skills & Qualifications • High school degree with 1-5 years of experience, we will train or a 2-year Technical College degree in related field • Be able to lift up to 50lbs • Has knowledge and application of basis 110–480-volt electrical theory, AC/DC systems, electrical wiring concepts, practices, and procedures • Ability to read and understand electrical schematics • Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job • Work under immediate supervision Full-Time Benefits Package • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Short-Term Disability Insurance • Company-paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability • 401(k) • 401(k) retirement matching • Profit Sharing • Paid Time Off • Supplemental Benefits – Accident, cancer, indemnity, illness, and legal plan • Employee Assistance Program
See More Details >>Job description Friesen’s designs and manufactures innovative automated processing system solutions for the top fortune 500 Consumer Producing Companies in the world. When you join Friesen’s, you join a fun vibrant culture of talented and inspired individuals working as a Team who are dedicated to provide outstanding equipment to meet our client’s needs. Responsibilities • Program PLC based systems across multiple platforms. • Programming using ladder logic. • Advance programming experience with AB/Rockwell software using compact/control Logix platform PLCS using studio designer 5000/RSLOGIX 500, • Beckhoff controls programming with TWINCAT 2 & 3 and familiar with • SIEMENS C++/C#/python/visual studio/SQL database programming • Designing industrial HMI/OIT Panels with panel view plus OI panels using factory talk view studio (SE and ME) windows CE, basic networking, experience with Wonderware, indusoft, and 3rd party HMI programs. • Integrating many different types of hardware devices and I/O systems (sensors, actuators, pneumatics, servos/motion controls, robotics, lasers, printers, scanners, and many other types of devices). • Proficient designing electrical control systems using AutoCAD/Solid works electric, pneumatic diagrams, enclosure/panel layouts, power, logic, and safety circuits. • Startup support, system commissioning, and system troubleshooting • Assis with technical writing of scope of work, operating and user guides • Field wire, panel wire and conduit to meet UL/NEC standards Skills & Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Automation Controls/Electronics engineering with 5+ years of automation industrial environment experience or 2-year technical degree with 10-year experience • PLC programming experience in structured text and ladder logic experience in designing software controls for many types of industrial automated systems • Experience with the techniques required for interfacing, communicating, controlling, and troubleshooting automated machinery • Knowledge of AC/DC systems, VFD’S and motors • Good interpersonal skills, confident, team player with co-workers and management • Experience in Microsoft Office Suite Job Type: Full-time Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Flexible schedule • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Referral program • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Monday to Friday • Weekends as needed Education: • Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: • Electrical engineering: 5 years (Required) Ability to Commute: • Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Detroit Lakes, MN 56501: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Willingness to travel: • 25% (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Detroit Lakes, MN, often begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning. These apprenticeships typically last three to four years and require extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 53,895 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with wages averaging around $462.33 per week in Detroit Lakes. The job market is expected to grow, with a 6% increase in employment from 2022 to 2032. Apprenticeships in the area offer a pathway to a rewarding career, with experienced mechanical trade professionals earning upwards of $900.33 per week. Trade schools, unions, and various platforms assist aspiring mechanical trade professionals in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with strong earning potential.
