Field Validation & Installation Technician - Travel Ready

Progressive Surface, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Surface, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Machine Validation and Installation Technician to lead validation and acceptance testing for our surface enhancement systems.

You will install, commission, and train customers while ensuring seamless integration with client equipment and processes. You will travel to customer sites, perform functional and performance testing, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and document results.

Qualifications

• Must have proven experience in machine validation and installation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills are required.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities for cross-functional teams and clients.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Solid understanding of mechanical and electrical industrial machinery systems.
• Willingness to travel and work independently.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to obtain and hold a US passport.

Responsibilities

• Execute machine validation plans and performance testing.
• Lead factory and site acceptance tests with customers; document punch lists.
• Install and commission machines at customer sites; ensure integration with existing systems.
• Provide customer training on operation and maintenance.
• Coordinate with customers, installation coordinators, and project managers on schedules and logistics.
• Create and maintain installation and validation documentation.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Reading technical drawings

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Willingness to travel

Driver's license

US passport eligibility

Tools

CNC

PLC

Industrial robots

Job description

Progressive Surface, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Machine Validation and Installation Technician to lead validation and acceptance testing for our surface enhancement systems.

You will install, commission, and train customers while ensuring seamless integration with client equipment and processes. You will travel to customer sites, perform functional and performance testing, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and document results.