Engineering Technician

Why join us

Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Miller Knoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Miller Knoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

• The purpose of this position is to provide engineering support and documentation for the creation, modification and maintenance of nonstandard products.

• Applies basic problem‑solving skills to improve safety, quality, and efficiencies of equipment.
• Quickly diagnoses machine issues and implements proper countermeasures.
• Makes decisions based on sound engineering principles.
• Follows engineering and quality processes.
• Works cross‑functionally with Operations, Maintenance, Safety, Quality, Controls, OEMs, Purchasing, CAM, and Industrial Engineering.
• With supervision, initiates equipment reliability and process‑improvement projects based on data, observations, and operations input.
• Has experience with automation and wood‑working equipment.
• Participates in continuous improvement projects.
• Has basic knowledge of part‑print reading and interpretation.
• Is detail oriented to ensure accuracy of information delivered.
• Participates in continuous learning, e.g., educational and training opportunities, and keeps an open attitude toward new engineering ideas, methods, and technologies.
• Can operate PC‑based computer systems (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 2–4 years of experience in an engineering environment or as an Engineering Technician I.
• Experience with PC‑based computer systems and familiarity with standard programs such as Excel and Word.
• Ability to apply basic engineering procedures and practices.
• Ability to work to deadlines and complete tasks.

• Manages own workload and is self‑motivated.
• Team player skills.
• Mechanical aptitude to develop solutions to customer requests.
• Works under direct supervision.

• Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Miller Knoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal‑opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

This organization participates in E‑Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. Miller Knoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Miller Knoll Talent Acquisition at