Mechanical Technician (engineering/manufacturing)

ZipRecruiter; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Mechanical Technician to oversee the installation and servicing of specialized equipment. This role involves hands-on tasks, including troubleshooting, maintenance, and calibration, ensuring that production lines operate efficiently and safely. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background, with the ability to read technical schematics and lead installation teams. This position offers the opportunity to travel across the USA and Canada, with the flexibility of remote work when not on-site. Join a globally recognized company and make a significant impact in the field of machinery and equipment servicing.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with mechanical installation and repair of equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites for equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Supervise installation, commissioning, and training of operators.
• Conduct inspections and prepare reports on equipment performance.

Skills

Mechanical Installation

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Calibration

Electrical Wiring

Education

Technical Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Hydraulic Schematics

Pneumatic Schematics

Blueprint Reading

Job description

Job Description

The qualified candidate will be responsible for the mechanical aspects of installation and servicing ImalPal Group equipment. Tasks include installation, inspection, repair, troubleshooting, maintenance, calibration, and setup of equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and safety standards, ensuring production lines meet capacity and quality expectations.

For new installations or service operations, the candidate will supervise customer personnel or assembly crews, ensuring equipment is assembled and set up per technical specifications. They will commission equipment and train customer crews on operation post-startup.

This role requires hands-on involvement during installation, repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Travel to customer plants in the USA and Canada is required, with remote work possible when not on-site, along with visits to ImalPal Group Service NA offices as needed.

Responsibilities and Duties

1. Travel to customer sites to maintain and troubleshoot equipment, performing various mechanical tasks.
2. Supervise and perform installation of new equipment, including assembly, commissioning, and checkout.
3. Assist and train operators and maintenance staff on equipment operation and maintenance.
4. Oversee repairs, rebuilds, and upgrades of machinery.
5. Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics, and technical documents.
6. Conduct routine inspections and audits.
7. Prepare inspection reports, test logs, and acceptance protocols.
8. Monitor contractors to ensure safety standards and policies are followed.
9. Maintain professional communication with customers.
10. Demonstrate safety leadership and adhere to safety policies.
11. Be available for on-call and emergency services outside regular hours.
12. Travel within the US and Canada.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Understanding electrical wiring and basic electrical work, including schematics, is a plus and will be highly considered.

Company Description

IMALPAL Group is renowned worldwide for engineering and supplying machinery and complete plants for wood-based and value-added products.