Equipment Engineer - Day Shift
Illuminate USA · Pataskala, OH
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Illuminate USA (industrial) in Pataskala, OH. Participate in technical research, promote knowledge sharing, and continuously improve front-end equipment performance.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, ISO 9001
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How this role compares
Against 54 other live manufacturing postings in Ohio.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)
Typical $80k–$105k, from 9 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Lean 62%
- Tooling 51%
- ✓ Six Sigma 40%
- New product launch 38%
- Root cause 36%
- Automation 33%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for ISO 9001, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Illuminate USA
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
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- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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This plant: Illuminate USA in Pataskala
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Full description from Illuminate USAAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Responsibilities
· Support the implementation of departmental goals and performance metrics.
· Manage and monitor spare parts inventory, equipment fault indicators, quality standards, and maintenance costs.
· Conduct detailed equipment fault analysis and lead technical improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency.
· Participate in technical research, promote knowledge sharing, and continuously improve front-end equipment performance.
· Lead and support technical improvement projects and assist with the implementation of new equipment.
· Execute preventive maintenance (PM) schedules and perform routine maintenance on production equipment.
· Conduct equipment inspections and repairs in assigned areas and provide technical guidance to assistant engineers.
· Support daily team management activities, including training, documentation, and performance monitoring.
· Create and maintain equipment-related documentation such as SOPs, technical summaries, and maintenance logs.
· Deliver operator training for autonomous maintenance and safe equipment operation.
· Oversee spare parts procurement processes and implement cost-effective inventory strategies.
· Continuously identify cost-saving maintenance solutions and enhance operational efficiency.
· Ensure full compliance with safety regulations and support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
· Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of the team.
Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field is required.
· 1–3 years of relevant experience in equipment maintenance or production engineering; new graduates with internship or project experience may also be considered with strong technical background.
· Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and production safety principles.
· Working knowledge of ISO 9001, 6S workplace standards, and Microsoft Office applications.
· Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
· High learning agility and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
· Excellent communication skills and ability to present technical information confidently.
· Strong planning, coordination, and execution skills with the ability to work under pressure.
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Job Description
Located in the heart of Central Ohio, Illuminate USA is transforming solar panel manufacturing from our cutting-edge facility in Pataskala. As a new standalone joint venture established by two global leaders in renewable energy, we’ve rapidly grown to over 1,500 associates and are now fully operational in our 1.1 million-square-foot factory. Our vision is to establish one of the largest solar panel manufacturing operations in the Western Hemisphere.
This is an exciting time to join Illuminate USA as we continue to grow and innovate. We’re not just building solar panels—we’re building a team of dedicated, passionate associates eager to make a real impact. If you’re looking to be part of a collaborative, people-focused, and forward-thinking workplace, we want to hear from you!
We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and continuous opportunities for career growth. Come join us on this journey to create a brighter, more sustainable future in the Columbus area!
We are currently hiring an Equipment Engineer for our new state-of-the-art factory in the Columbus, Ohio area. This role is critical in ensuring reliable performance and continual improvement of complex production equipment and systems, including mechanical and electrical components. The ideal candidate will be proactive in driving equipment reliability, efficiency, and safety throughout our operations.