Lead Mechatronics Maintenance Technologist

Shape the Future of Reliable Production

Do you thrive on solving tough automation problems? Can you move from laser alignment to PLC logic in a single shift, and still find time to coach a teammate? As a Lead Mechatronics Maintenance Technologist, you’ll keep sophisticated equipment running at its best—while raising the bar for safety, quality, and uptime.

Your Mission

Protect throughput. Prevent downtime. Improve reliability. You’ll combine expert break-fix execution, disciplined preventive maintenance, and data-driven predictive work to keep mechanical, electrical, and control systems performing at peak levels.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Interrogate and stabilize control systems by programming, debugging, and analyzing PLCs, hardware interfaces, and configurations.
• Turn predictive insights into action—apply infrared, ultrasonic, power quality, laser interferometry, ball bar, and vibration data to target root causes.
• Lead CI initiatives end-to-end, using structured methodologies to deliver measurable results and cost savings.
• Source parts strategically; recommend engineered alternatives that lift reliability and reduce downtime.
• Execute maintenance to industry standards; uphold 5S and strong housekeeping.
• Operate machining tools (lathe, drill press, grinder) and perform welding to fabricate and restore parts when needed.
• Research and document better methods; share innovations across sites to elevate maintenance practices.
• Build credible business cases—prepare inputs for equipment investments, repair/rebuild proposals, and savings initiatives.
• Keep impeccable records—update CMMS, analyze trends, and close feedback loops.
• Provide technical content for sales quotations; perform T&M tasks as assigned.
• Develop others—train, coach, and occasionally manage projects to drive outcomes.
• Commit to growth—complete on-the-job training and self-study to expand your capabilities.
• Champion safety—follow all policies and technical instructions; maintain situational awareness to identify hazards and unsafe conditions.

Qualifications

• HS diploma/GED required.
• Associate degree (technical) with 7+ years of relevant, industry-specific experience; or 10+ years of industry experience.
• Strong predictive maintenance background (vibration analysis, laser interferometer), precision alignment expertise, and process equipment proficiency.
• Comfort across electrical, mechanical, fluid power, and controls—able to diagnose, propose alternatives, and execute effective repairs.
• Skilled with hand and specialty tools; capable of advanced control system troubleshooting and programming.
• Six Sigma experience preferred; occasional travel may be required.

Technical Environment

• PLCs: Allen-Bradley, Siemens
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Conveyor systems
• Servo motors
• Industrial power: 120/208/240/480V

Core Strengths

• PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Preventive maintenance planning
• Electrical schematics and repair
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Hydraulics
• High-voltage systems

Physical Demands & Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands/fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb, ascend/descend or balance to heights that may require a ladder or lift; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl in confined spaces; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to use close vision and color vision. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. Work is typically performed in a factory environment and is usually very loud. In the factory environment, the employee may be exposed to hazardous materials and/or greasy or slippery factory floors.