CNC Machinery Commissioning Technologist

Genuine Search Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier benefits package

Generous performance-based bonus

Job summary

Genuine Search Group is seeking a CNC Machinery Commissioning Technologist to install, commission, and service CNC equipment at customer sites. The role requires traveling about 40–50% with most trips under one week, collaborating with engineering and service teams to ensure successful startup, testing, and customer acceptance.

The ideal candidate will diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues, read schematics, and guide customers on operation and maintenance while

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience installing, servicing, commissioning, or troubleshooting CNC machinery.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and proven diagnostic/problem-solving ability.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Working knowledge of basic electrical systems and components.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Comfort with hand/power tools and standard diagnostic instruments.
• Ability to work independently onsite and collaborate with internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Install, set up, level, and align CNC machines and automated subsystems.
• Commission equipment and assist with startup, testing, and customer acceptance.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical issues.
• Read and apply prints, schematics, manuals; connect and debug circuits.
• Identify faults and involve engineering or controls as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and minor modifications.
• Record activities, progress, issues, and resolutions thoroughly.
• Collaborate with customers, engineers, controls technicians, and field teams.
• Coach customers on operation and maintenance post-install.

Skills

Hands-on CNC installation

Diagnostic problem-solving

Interpreting schematics

Customer service skills

Travel readiness

Tools

Diagnostic instruments

Electrical testing tools

Hydraulic tools

Pneumatic tools

Job description

CNC Machinery Commissioning TechnologistLove turning complex machines into production-ready assets? Read on.Where will I work?Primarily at customer facilities, installing, commissioning, servicing, and troubleshooting CNC equipment and automation. You’ll travel about 40–50%, with most trips capped at one week or less. When you’re home-base, you’ll partner with engineering, manufacturing, and service teams to prep equipment, investigate issues, and support active projects.What will I be doing?Installing, setting up, leveling, and aligning CNC machines and automated subsystems.Commissioning equipment and assisting with startup, testing, and customer acceptance.Diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical problems.Reading and applying prints, schematics, manuals, and technical documentation.Connecting and debugging hydraulic and pneumatic circuits.Identifying basic control/electrical faults and looping in engineering or controls experts as needed.Executing preventive maintenance, repairs, and minor modifications.Pinpointing performance gaps and prescribing corrective actions.Collaborating with customers, engineers, controls technicians, and field teams.Coaching customers on fundamental operation and maintenance post-install.Recording activities, progress, issues, and resolutions thoroughly.Upholding a professional, customer-centric presence and following safety protocols.What experience do I need?Hands-on work installing, servicing, commissioning, or troubleshooting CNC machinery.Strong mechanical aptitude; proven diagnostic and problem-solving ability.Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.Working knowledge of basic electrical systems and components.Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and manuals.Comfort using hand/power tools and standard diagnostic instruments.Ability to work independently onsite and collaborate with internal teams.Effective communication and customer service skills.Willingness to travel 40–50%, with trips generally one week or less.Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as required.What will set me apart?CNC machine installation/commissioning and CNC machine tool service background.Experience in industrial automation, robotics, or automated material handling.Precision alignment and setup expertise.Hydraulic/pneumatic troubleshooting and basic electrical diagnostics.Industrial maintenance or field service experience.Direct support of manufacturing customers.Who is this role ideal for?A hands-on field technologist who thrives on complex machinery, cross-discipline troubleshooting, and owning an assignment end-to-end.What’s in it for me?Top-tier benefits packageGenerous performance-based bonusCareer advancement and upward mobilityOpportunities to deepen technical and field-service breadthExposure to cutting-edge CNC and automation technologiesHands-on variety across custom machinery and diverse manufacturing use casesMust be proficient inElectrical SchematicsMachine Building/AssemblingMechanical Troubleshooting Skills120/208/240/480 Voltage SystemsCNC Machine RepairCNC Machine InstallationMaintenance and Repair SkillsMechanical Systems & Component Repair