Mechanical Program Lead III

Job Title: Mechanical Program Lead III

Location: Newton NC 28658

Shift Timings: M-F: 8am-5pm occasional OT

Note: Project locations will range from Newton NC and Hickory North Carolina. Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time: 40 hrs. (overtime expected). Due to the project timing; overtime and periodic off-hours coverage may be necessary to successfully complete workload and interact with other team personnel.

Summary of Job:

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 and supports capacity additions and associated line installations and debug from a mechanical perspective.

Must-have/Required skills:

• Associates degree or High School degree with significant hands-on experience
• 3 years experience in new equipment installations in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems industrial equipment and installation techniques
• Proven ability to read and interpret engineering drawings schematics blueprints and technical documentation
• Experience leading crews in industrial manufacturing semiconductor energy or similar environments
• Ability to learn new technology and processes quickly
• Strong technical fundamentals with mechanical engineering skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work in a fast-paced project installation manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong communication skills
• Expertise in mechanical systems including hydraulics pneumatics bearings gear systems and conveyor systems
• Proficiency using hand tools power tools and diagnostic equipment
• Strong problem-solving analytical and critical-thinking skills
• Knowledge of safety regulations and practices in an industrial setting
• Basic computer skills for maintaining records and using CMMS systems

Nice-to-have Skills:

• Hands-on experience in commercial manufacturing equipment
• Project leadership or management experience including milestone management and financial ownership
• Experience with vendor or supplier management on-site and off-site
• Experience with CAD
• Experience with SAP Maximo or Maintenance Leadership systems
• Mechatronics trades experience
• Mechanical or industrial certifications such as Millwright HVAC or Welding
• OSHA or other safety certifications
• Detail oriented with ability to perform with limited supervision

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Lead and/or participate in manufacturing engineering projects supporting capacity installations equipment debug and preparation of lines for Operations Receivership
• Manage and lead installation and debugging activities to meet milestone and timeline objectives for capacity additions
• 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
• 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
• 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
• Assist with installation planning sequencing and scheduling
• Coordinate material handling tools and equipment needed for installations
• Maintain safe work practices and inform others of hazardous conditions
• Design and implement mechanical solutions and process changes to improve manufacturing equipment capability
• Lead in solving mechanical and process issues through data analysis and collaboration with subject matter experts
• Manage spare part identification and storeroom entry as recommended by suppliers or peer engineers
• 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 including pumps motors conveyors hydraulics and pneumatics
• Align test and calibrate mechanical systems after installation
• Diagnose complex mechanical failures and recommend effective solutions
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability efficiency and safety
• Collaborate with other departments to implement process improvements