Machine Tool Technician (Sterling Heights, Michigan location)

NSH USA Corp.; Sterling Heights (MI); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complete medical/health care plan

401(K)

Incentive programs

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Machine Tool Technician to install, service, and maintain its Deep Rolling equipment. This role involves significant travel (about 70%) and requires strong mechanical skills, bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems. The position is based in Sterling Heights, Michigan, offering a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must speak fluent English and Spanish.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and maintain Deep Rolling equipment.
• Travel to customer sites across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical systems.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Customer-oriented mentality

Education

Associates or Bachelors Degree in a technical field

3-5 years of related experience

Tools

Precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers)

CNC and PLC troubleshooting skills

MS Office suite

Job description

The Machine Tool Technician performs all activities associated with installing, servicing, retooling and maintaining NSH USA’s Deep Rolling equipment. This role will require travel to customer sites to service machines throughout the United States, Mexico, and Canada. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on ability to diagnose, repair, and maintain mechanical systems. The Machine Tool Technician will be based in our Sterling Heights, Michigan office.

Essential Functions

• Disassemble, inspect, and recondition tooling or machine components to locate damaged or worn parts
• Perform mechanical assembly, disassembly, alignment, and adjustments on machine tool components including spindles, slides, bearings, couplings, and drive systems
• Use drawings, blueprints, and precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, CMM, height gages, SPC) to verify dimensions
• Troubleshoot mechanical systems such as pistons, rams, pulleys, belts, gears, and lubrication systems
• Diagnose and repair failures of mechanical systems to restore proper operation
• Use electrical schematics to test and troubleshoot supporting electrical systems including switches, PLCs, PCs, sensors, and motors
• Understand PLC function and troubleshoot machine I/Os (experience in PLC programming a plus)
• Use hydraulic schematics to test and troubleshoot hydraulic power systems
• Operate crankshaft measurement and testing equipment; compile and maintain records in accordance with specifications
• Assist with shipping and receiving activities as needed
• Operate pallet stacker / forklift as required
• Testing machines to verify calibration, accuracy, and overall operation
• Start‑up and debug of newly manufactured or rebuilt machines both in NSH USA’s factory and at customer facilities
• Travel both domestic and international is REQUIRED. Travel will be about 70% which may include weekends
• Lifting 40 to 50 lbs. on a regular basis

Additional Responsibilities

This description reflects the principal functions of the job for the purpose of job evaluation. It should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements of the job nor shall be construed as giving exclusive responsibility for every function described.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Associates or Bachelors Degree in a technical field (mechatronics or engineering preferred) OR 3-5 years of related experience in similar field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are REQUIRED
• Strong mechanical aptitude REQUIRED
• Ability to read and utilize technical documents REQUIRED
• Must be a self‑motivated individual and be able to hit the ground running meeting the company’s and client’s needs
• Strong working knowledge of how mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic processes integrate to ensure efficient machine operation
• Experience in troubleshooting CNCs and/or PLCs a PLUS
• Customer‑Oriented mentality; able to clearly communicate technical information
• Must work well with people
• Must combine professionalism and enthusiasm in approach to work
• Proficiency in MS Office suite of products
• Must possess an unrestricted Drivers License

Language Requirements

• Must speak fluent English and Spanish
• Must be able to read and write in both English and Spanish

Character, integrity, and trustworthiness are very important attributes that NSH USA looks for in all candidates.

Salary Range: $62,000 – $87,000 (annually)

NSH USA offers a complete medical/health care plan, 401(K), and incentive programs.
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

6095 15 Mile Road
Sterling Heights, MI 48312