Principal Industrial Maintenance Technologist

Own the mission: build reliability, accelerate improvement, protect people

We’re looking for a Principal Industrial Maintenance Technologist to champion equipment reliability through expert troubleshooting, predictive diagnostics, and a relentless continuous improvement mindset. You’ll combine deep controls expertise with hands-on mechanical skill to keep production moving safely and efficiently—while mentoring others to raise the bar.

Core challenges you’ll tackle

• Perform expert-level break-fix and preventive maintenance across mechanical and electrical domains, independently and to industry standards.
• Program, debug, and analyze complex control architectures—PLCs, VFDs, servo systems—resolving intricate software, hardware, and configuration issues.
• Deploy predictive maintenance tools—infrared thermography, ultrasonic testing, power quality analysis, laser interferometry, ball bar, vibration analysis—and translate findings into proactive work plans.
• Lead CI initiatives, applying structured methodologies to deliver process improvements, quantifiable results, and meaningful cost savings.
• Source parts and materials; recommend alternates and engineered solutions to enhance reliability and maintainability.
• Operate machining equipment (lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools) to make/repair parts; perform welding when required.
• Investigate new maintenance methods, tools, and system innovations for adoption across our facilities; update documentation and standards.
• Develop inputs for cost analyses on new equipment, rebuild proposals, savings, and innovation opportunities.
• Keep meticulous CMMS records; review history and analyze data to drive action.
• Provide technical content for sales quotations and handle T&M responsibilities as needed.
• Train and coach technicians; step into project management roles when assigned.
• Model safety-first behaviors—follow all policies and technical instructions, practice strong situational awareness, and proactively identify unsafe conditions.
• Maintain rigorous 5S and housekeeping practices.

How you’ll grow

• Advance your expertise through on-the-job training and self-directed technical study programs designed for career development.
• Broaden your impact by leading cross-functional improvements that link data, reliability engineering, and operations.

Required background

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree with a technical focus and 7 years of related industry experience; or 10 years of related industry experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with predictive technologies (vibration analysis or laser interferometer operations), precision alignments, and maintenance of applicable process equipment.
• Comprehensive understanding of electrical, mechanical, fluid power, and control systems; capable of analyzing problems, developing alternatives, and executing repairs.
• Proficient with hand tools and specialized tools as appropriate.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Six Sigma experience desired.

Technical strengths

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• CNC Machine Repair
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Industrial Electrical Experience
• Troubleshooting CNC Machines
• Root Cause Analysis

Machines & technologies you’ll use:

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
• Conveyor Systems
• Servo Motors

Work conditions and physical demands

Regular activities include standing, walking, using hands/fingers to handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, climbing/ascending/descending or balancing at heights with a ladder or lift, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling in confined spaces, and talking or hearing. You will occasionally sit. You must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Close and color vision are regularly required. There are occasional exposures to outside weather and risk of electrical shock. Work occurs in a factory environment that is usually very loud, with potential exposure to hazardous materials and/or greasy or slippery floors.