Equipment Installation Mgr.

Ultimate Staffing Services; Benson (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing Services seeks an Equipment Installation Manager to lead industrial equipment installation efforts, coordinate FAT, SAT, and contractor programs, and transition from RTP to the Benson site in 2027.

You will read engineering drawings, manage OEM and contractor teams, ensure safety compliance, and keep projects on schedule and within budget, leveraging a 5+ year track record.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in industrial equipment installation or capital projects.
• Experience managing installation contractors across mechanical, electrical, and/or piping scopes.
• Direct involvement in SAT or commissioning of complex equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and utility layouts.

Responsibilities

• Engage with equipment manufacturers to review installation requirements and site preparation needs.
• Participate in FAT and pre-shipment reviews to resolve potential issues before equipment arrival.
• Develop installation packages in coordination with engineering and facilities design teams.
• Lead contractor qualification, bid evaluation, and selection for installation across various scopes.
• Negotiate contracts with installation contractors and OEM field service providers.
• Manage day-to-day contractor performance, ensuring schedule adherence and quality compliance.
• Oversee equipment move-in, rigging, and all necessary mechanical, electrical, and piping connections.
• Verify utility readiness and maintain installation schedules aligned with construction milestones.
• Track progress against plans, identifying risks early and driving resolution to stay on schedule.
• Own the punch-list process, ensuring all items are addressed before commissioning activities begin.
• Provide support during Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).

Skills

Equipment installation

Contractor management

SAT/Commissioning

Reading drawings

Coordination across OEM/vendors

EHS compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PMP

OSHA 30

Rigger certification

Job description

Location

RTP; must be able to transition full time to Benson site in 2027.

Salary

$100-$160/k

Responsibilities

The Equipment Installation Manager will:

• Engage with equipment manufacturers to review installation requirements and site preparation needs.
• Participate in factory acceptance testing (FAT) and pre-shipment reviews to resolve potential issues before equipment arrival.
• Develop installation packages in coordination with engineering and facilities design teams.
• Lead contractor qualification, bid evaluation, and selection for installation across various scopes.
• Negotiate contracts with installation contractors and OEM field service providers.
• Manage day-to-day contractor performance, ensuring schedule adherence and quality compliance.
• Oversee equipment move-in, rigging, and all necessary mechanical, electrical, and piping connections.
• Verify utility readiness and maintain installation schedules aligned with construction milestones.
• Track progress against plans, identifying risks early and driving resolution to stay on schedule.
• Own the punch-list process, ensuring all items are addressed before commissioning activities begin.
• Provide support during Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in industrial equipment installation, capital project execution, or manufacturing startup.
• Experience managing installation contractors across mechanical, electrical, and/or piping scopes.
• Direct involvement in site acceptance testing (SAT) or commissioning of complex industrial equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and utility layout documents.
• Proven ability to coordinate across OEM vendors, general contractors, and internal engineering teams.
• Strong working knowledge of site EHS requirements including LOTO and contractor safety management.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.

Desired Skills

• Experience with greenfield facility build-out or manufacturing site startup.
• Familiarity with FAT, SAT, and OEM engagement during equipment procurement.
• Degree or equivalent training in mechanical, electrical, industrial, or process engineering; PMP, OSHA 30, or rigger certification is a plus.
• Experience building or scaling an installation function, developing standards, and onboarding team members.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.