Scope of Position:
The Lead Equipment Installation Mechanical Technician is a senior-level technical role responsible for leading and executing complex mechanical equipment installations. This position provides on-site leadership, technical expertise, and coordination for installation projects, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and in compliance with engineering specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements. The Lead Technician serves as a subject matter expert and mentor to junior technicians.
* This position is in the Engineering Project and is focused on capacity additions and the associated line installations & debug from a mechanical perspective.
* Lead and/or participate on manufacturing engineering projects and lead/support teams for the purposes of capacity installations, equipment debug, and preparing line/associated parts for Operations Receivership.
* As a leading team member, provide advanced mechanical discipline to proactively identify technical problems through root cause understanding coupled with robust industrialized solutions relative to line debug and installs.
* Leverage knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering, machining & designing processes to improve performance of equipment/manufacturing process.
* Lead/support the development and execution of project plans to deliver timely error-free mechanical support for multi-line equipment installations
* Experienced with working along-side vendors and suppliers to resolve technical issues to protect scope, timing, and cost metrics.
* Ability to work, collaborate, cooperate, and utilize Best Practice across various functional groups on a daily basis to accomplish goals
*Interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings, schematics, blueprints, and installation manuals.
*Perform advanced mechanical tasks including rigging, leveling, precision alignment, torqueing, piping, and mechanical integration.
*Troubleshoot and resolve installation issues, equipment malfunctions, and mechanical interferences.
*Verify installations meet OEM specifications, safety codes, and quality standards.
Leadership & Coordination
* Act as on-site Lead Technician, directing daily activities of installation crews and subcontractors.
* Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure efficient use of labor and resources.
* Mentor and train junior technicians, providing hands-on guidance and technical instruction.
* Serve as the primary technical point of contact between field teams, engineers, project managers, and customers.
Quality & Documentation
* Conduct inspections and quality checks throughout the installation process.
* Complete installation reports, checklists, punch lists, and as-built documentation.
* Support equipment testing, startup, and customer acceptance activities.
Project Support
* Assist with installation planning, sequencing, and scheduling.
* Coordinate material handling, tools, and equipment needed for installations.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives and best practices in installation methods.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
* Maintain safe work practices, inform others of hazardous conditions or personal practices as expressed on project team.
* Manage and lead installation and debugging activities to meet milestone & timeline objectives for successful capacity adds.
* Design & implement mechanical solutions and process changes to improve capability of manufacturing equipment.
* Lead in or solve mechanical and process issues through data analysis, experience, and collaboration with subject matter experts
* Manage spare part identification and storeroom entry as recommended by suppliers or peer engineers, noting available spares within (2)-plant footprint.
* Develop and update engineering and operations documentation.
* Support training for operations workforce regarding equipment or operations changes
* Perform advanced troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of mechanical systems, equipment, and machinery (e.g., pumps, motors, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, etc.).
* Align, test, and calibrate mechanical systems after installation.
* Diagnose complex mechanical failures and recommend effective solutions.
* Interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to support troubleshooting and repair activities.
* Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and safety.
* Collaborate with other departments to implement process improvements.