1st Shift Engineering Technician-1
Trane Technologies · Columbia, SC
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Trane Technologies (industrial) in Columbia, SC. Collect and analyze data to support process improvements and problem-solving efforts.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Root cause, Time studies, Tooling, SolidWorks, AutoCAD
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in South Carolina: typical posted base $100k–$125k.
Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 32 manufacturing engineer openings in South Carolina, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
South Carolina plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 31 other live manufacturing postings in South Carolina.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)
Typical $100k–$125k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Lean 50%
- ✓ Tooling 47%
- ✓ Root cause 34%
- ✓ New product launch 34%
- Welding 22%
- Team leadership 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Time studies, SolidWorks, Union environment, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
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Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Trane Technologies
We found 5 people at this company and state: 4 in this kind of role, 1 leaders. Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. See them ↓
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Send a short, curious note
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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 does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
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Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
This plant: Trane Technologies in Columbia
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Full description from Trane TechnologiesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
What you will do
- ◆Support engineers in implementing and maintaining manufacturing processes and equipment
- ◆Assist with troubleshooting equipment, tooling, and process issues on the production floor
- ◆Collect and analyze data to support process improvements and problem-solving efforts
- ◆Participate in root cause analysis (5 Whys, fishbone, etc.) and corrective actions
- ◆Assist with development and updates of standard work, work instructions, and technical documentation
- ◆Support new product introductions, equipment installs, and process changes
- ◆Perform time studies and evaluate workflow efficiency
- ◆Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards
- ◆Work cross-functionally with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams
Qualifications
- ✓High school diploma or GED required
- ✓2+ years of experience in a manufacturing, maintenance, or technical environment preferred
- ✓Strong mechanical and/or electrical aptitude
- ✓Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications
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Where is the work
On-Site (5 days)
What's in it for you
The Engineering Technician supports engineering and operations teams by assisting with equipment, processes, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role bridges the gap between engineering design and production execution, ensuring processes are efficient, reliable, and meet quality standards.
Preferred Skills
- +Associate degree or technical certification in Engineering Technology, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field
- +Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment or processes
- +Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools
- +Basic CAD knowledge (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar)
- +Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data tracking and analysis
- +Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Work Environment
- •Combination of manufacturing floor and office environment
- •Requires working around machinery, equipment, and varying plant conditions
- •May require flexible hours based on production or project needs
No Sales Commission Eligible
No
Thrive at work and at home
- •Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- •Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- •Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- •401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Safety Sensitive Role
Yes The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.