Description

Advanced Drainage Systems

EEO Statement:

Advanced Drainage Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


Technician IV- Product Development

US-OH-Hilliard

Job ID: 2026-20362
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Product Development
Engineering and Technology Center

Overview

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Responsibilities

The Product Development Technician IV applies a thorough knowledge of current principles and practices of engineering as related to the variety of aspects within the stormwater treatment area. The Technician IV applies knowledge and expertise acquired through progressive experience to resolve crucial issues and/or unique conditions. This individual works on Treatment category projects with a high level of complexity and scope.Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Serves as the technical specialist for the organization in the application of equipment, prototyping, or testing methods in the Treatment and Hydraulics area
• Develops new techniques and/or improved processes, equipment, or test procedures
• Keeps informed of new testing / equipment developments and requirements affecting the organization for the purpose of recommending changes in programs or applications
• Interprets, organizes, executes, and coordinates testing programs
• Receives supervision with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits
• General Lab upkeep
• Other duties as assigned
• Minimal travel required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Possesses exemplary oral and technical writing skills
• Interacts with internal and external customers supporting sales
• Plans and coordinates complex test procedures for the Treatment Category
• Mentors other technicians as needed

Project focus areas:

• Treatment Technology Areas including Hydrodynamic Separators, Biofiltration and Fabric Filtration
Metal and Plastic Prototyping
• Programming (micro-controllers, PLC's and processors)
• Proficiency in CAD, structural design, and FEA (finite element analysis) is a plus
• Data processing / signal manipulations and deductions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is a minimum
• 7+ years of similar experience

#LI-CH1#LI-Onsite

Leadership Competencies



EEO Statement

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
EEO StatementADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

PI281579407