Senior Installation Lead - Mechanical & Electrical Projects

KION Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 107,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

KION Group's Dematic division in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Senior Installation Manager to lead full project installation activities, staffing, and planning to meet milestones for smaller projects.

You will oversee mechanical, electrical, and mechatronics pre-commissioning, coordinate subcontractors, track equipment and rentals, and report progress weekly. Willingness to travel up to 50% and work weekends/holidays may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience resolving problems related to mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Experience with material handling equipment is required.
• Service experience with AGVs, AS/RS, or conveyors is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Assist with equipment trial runs and ensure installations meet Dematic standards.
• Provide training and technical support to subcontractors on equipment used for handling materials.
• Identify installation issues and propose effective solutions.
• Prepare project quotes, including pricing reviews, scope of work, schedules, and equipment lists.
• Select and coordinate subcontractors in conjunction with purchasing.
• Attend weekly project review meetings and track financials.
• Conduct site visits to support commissioning and implement safety and quality standards.
• Complete equipment run-ins and report readiness for commissioning via formal documentation.
• Manage ordering of consumables, supplies, rentals, and other resources for project execution.
• Participate in post-project reviews to recommend design or process improvements.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Electrical experience

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

AGVs

AS/RS

Conveyors

Job description

KION Group's Dematic division in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Senior Installation Manager to lead full project installation activities, staffing, and planning to meet milestones for smaller projects.

You will oversee mechanical, electrical, and mechatronics pre-commissioning, coordinate subcontractors, track equipment and rentals, and report progress weekly. Willingness to travel up to 50% and work weekends/holidays may be required.