The North America team is currently looking for an Engineering Technician on 1st shift to join our Taylorville, IL facility. The Engineering Technician provides technical support to manufacturing engineers throughout the design, sustainability, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes within the facility. This role includes assisting in developing layouts or floor plans, conducting tests, and troubleshooting equipment. The technician will collaborate with manufacturing and quality engineers to identify various opportunities related to safety, quality, and continuous improvement to enhance manufacturing processes. Furthermore, this position plays a crucial role in ensuring a safe working environment. Your Impact • Support Equipment Design and Testing: • Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineers during the design and testing phases of new or existing production equipment and systems. Ensure solutions meet safety, quality, operational requirements, and industrial standards. Assist design engineering for prototype development, conducting performance, and reliability as it relates to Taylorville production processes. • Process Setup and Optimization: • Assist in the setup, testing, and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment and processes. Work closely with Manufacturing Engineers and Quality teams to implement new methods and technologies. Design and fabricate jigs and fixtures, including poka-yoke solutions, to enhance process reliability and reduce human error. Monitor production activities to ensure efficiency and compliance with quality standards. • Quality Improvement Collaboration: • Partner with the Quality Assurance team to address customer concerns by developing error-proofing techniques such as poka-yoke and designing specialized jigs and fixtures to help minimize production errors and ensure consistent delivery of high-quality products that meet or exceed customer expectations. • Safety Advocacy & Implementation: • Actively promote and implement safety improvements based on employee suggestions and hazard identification. This includes installing appropriate guarding systems, optimizing material storage to prevent slips, trips, and falls, and developing visual safety management systems. Ensure these systems are regularly maintained and updated to support ongoing compliance and employee awareness. • Tooling Repair Support: • Provide hands-on support to the Taylorville Maintenance team in performing tooling repairs to collaborate and help maintain equipment functionality, reduce downtime, and sustain efficient production operations. • Lean & Continuous Improvement Leadership: • Champion Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives by generating and implementing innovative ideas. Facilitate brainstorming sessions and cross-functional collaboration to integrate Lean principles into daily operations, driving efficiency, reducing waste, and fostering a culture of ongoing improvement. • Documentation & Communication: • Thoroughly document all safety and process improvement activities using established, reliable sources and standards. Ensure clear communication of changes and enhancements across relevant teams to maintain transparency and alignment. • Additional responsibilities that may be required to effectively enhance and support the performance metrics for the Taylorville initiative. Your Experience and Qualifications • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) • 2 – 5 years of experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment • Strong working knowledge of various mathematical concepts, including fractions, ratios, and proportions • Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision with a high level of initiative • Manages time effectively and remains organized in all circumstances Your Compensation and Benefits • Expected total compensation for this role will be $19.76 to $34.50 per hour depending upon job related knowledge, experience, and skills. • Eligible for annual bonus. • Benefits will include the ability to elect health care and wellness plans, dental and vision plans, 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, health savings and flexible spending accounts, reimbursement for continuing education, life insurance, and other supplemental insurance plans. Your Workplace You will be working onsite role based in Taylorville, IL. While performing the duties of this job, the employee works with or near to moving trucks, trailers and fork trucks and near large machinery and equipment daily. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The employee is exposed to a variety of extreme conditions including temperatures ranging from 40°F to 105°F. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands or arms. The employee must be able to stand for up to twelve hours per day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee must wear personal protective equipment (i.e. eye protection, hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves, sleeves, etc.) Join us as we bring agriculture into the future and apply now! Grain & Protein Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Grain & Protein Technologies is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and marketer of reliable, durable, and innovative equipment solutions for grain, seed, poultry, egg, and swine production. Generating $1.1 billion in annual revenue, the Company serves farmers and agribusiness managers in over 100 countries and currently operates 19 manufacturing facilities across 5 continents, employing more than 3600 people. The Company goes to market with its strong portfolio of industry leading brands – GSI, Cumberland, AP, Tecno, Cimbria, Aerotech, Reventa, and Euroemme. With its Company Purpose of “Feeding the World Better”, Grain & Protein Technologies emphasizes advancing smart technologies and offering innovative technical solutions to make farmers and agribusiness managers more productive and profitable in a sustainable way.
See More Details >>Who We Are As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things and help fight climate change. Join us to lead the clean energy future. The Mechanical Design Engineering Manager position is based out of our Clinton Clean Energy Center in Clinton, IL. Total Rewards Constellation offers a wide range of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including a robust wellness program paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days and much more. Expected salary range of $156,600 to $174,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k). Primary Purpose of Position Provide management of the engineering function of accountability. Primary Duties and Accountabilities • Provide management of the engineering function with respect to station needs and regulatory requirements • Manage the performance and development of assigned engineering personnel relative to site and corporate objectives and provide focus on the attainment of high-quality engineering results • Directly and through subordinates, fulfill engineering and technical leadership accountability regarding short-term and long-term programs that impact site operations. • Participate in Business Planning, Budget, and Business Performance review regarding assigned staff. • Participate as senior resource to NGG-wide programs and initiatives regarding standardized and enhanced engineering systems and processes. • Perform other job assignments and duties as directed by management or pursuant to company policy, including but not limited to emergency response, departmental coverage, call outs, and support of outage activities in positions outside the department. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, or nuclear) OR related science OR License Professional Engineer OR Active/Inactive SRO License with 5 years of engineering or related experience, which shall include 1 year of nuclear power plant experience • Must meet additional requirements as outlined in ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014 Standard, "Selection, Qualification, and Training of Personnel for Nuclear Power Plants" • Maintain minimum access requirement or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties Preferred Qualifications • Professional Engineer Registration • Advanced technical degree, Master of Business Administration (MBA) • Supervisory or managerial experience
See More Details >>WHO WE ARE As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things and help fight climate change. Join us to lead the clean energy future. The Civil/Structural Design Engineer position is based out of our Clinton Clean Energy Center in Clinton, IL. TOTAL REWARDS Constellation offers a wide range of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including a robust wellness program paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days and much more. Expected salary range of $144,900 to $161,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k). PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION Performs advanced engineering problem solving in support of nuclear plant operations. Responsible for technical decisions. Possesses superior knowledge in functional discipline and its practical application and has excellent knowledge of applicable industry codes and regulations. Functions with recognized industry-level of expertise in a technical area. PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES • Perform advanced engineering and technical tasks in support of nuclear plant operations. • Perform independent research, reviews, studies and analyses in support of technical projects. • Provides in-depth technical expertise to develop, manage and implement engineering activities related to plant safety, reliability, maintainability, and availability ensuring compliance to customer's needs, regulatory requirements, and corporate policies. • Accountable for the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of work ensuring proper configuration management and assuring that standard design criteria, practices and codes are used in preparation of plans and specifications. • Provide technical expertise and consultation through direct involvement to identify and resolve equipment and system problems. • Provides initial or complete task management of engineering issues. • Recommends equipment, new concepts and techniques to improve performance, simplify construction, reduce costs, correct design or material flaws, or comply with changes in codes or regulations. • Supports plant design modifications, testing and problem solving. • Assure all engineering products prepared or overseen are in accordance with applicable safety analyses, industry codes, and all regulatory requirements. • Develop, implement and coordinate functional supervisory activities including, but not limited to, personnel, budgetary accountabilities and planning goals with respect to engineering personnel. • All other job assignments and/or duties pursuant to company policy or as directed by management to include but not limited to: (Emergency Response duties and/or coverage, Department duty coverage and/or call out, and positions outside of department in support of outage activities etc.) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical or Nuclear) • 10 years of engineering experience • Demonstrated technical leadership experience (e.g. Duty team lead, inspection lead), teamwork and leadership attributes • Maintain minimum access requirement or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Professional Engineer (PE) License
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Taylorville, IL, typically begins with a structured apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with theoretical learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in the mechanical trade generally span three to four years, requiring extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 203 mechanical trades professionals in Taylorville, IL, and the wages for these skilled workers average around $730 per week. Trade schools, local unions, and platforms like HireLevel offer pathways to find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $37,000 annually for experienced professionals.
