Automation & Technical Service Leader

Expert Connections

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

47 hours ago
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Job summary

Expert Connections is recruiting for a Technical Service Manager to lead Service, Applications, Customer Support, and technical operations in Atlanta, GA.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong mechanical/electrical troubleshooting and automation expertise, driving accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement across global teams.

The role combines leadership with hands-on engineering to ensure top-level service and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Automation, or Electrical Engineering.
  • 3+ years' leadership in field service or technical operations.
  • Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
  • Experience with PLC-controlled automation and factory equipment.
  • Customer-facing and cross-cultural communication experience.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily technical operations across Service, Applications, Customer Support, and testing.
  • Provide hands-on support for troubleshooting, installations, commissioning, and escalations.
  • Improve response times, productivity, workflows, and efficiency.
  • Establish and track KPIs, priorities, processes, and standards.
  • Lead onboarding, training, and team development.
  • Oversee repair/RGA processes, safety, and 5S.
  • Coordinate projects with international teams.
  • Maintain communication with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.

Skills

Mechatronics
Automation
Electrical engineering
Mechanical troubleshooting
Leadership
Customer-facing
Field service

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Mechatronics/Automation/EE

Tools

Siemens PLC
EtherCAT
SolidWorks
CAD
Salesforce
Asana
Microsoft Business Central

Job description

Expert Connections is recruiting for a Technical Service Manager to lead Service, Applications, Customer Support, and technical operations in Atlanta, GA.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong mechanical/electrical troubleshooting and automation expertise, driving accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement across global teams.

The role combines leadership with hands-on engineering to ensure top-level service and customer satisfaction.

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