Sr. Machinery Mechanic

Sulzer; Orange (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401k match

Health plan

HSA matching

Wellness program

EAP

Paid paternal leave

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

Sulzer is seeking a Sr. Machinery Mechanic to maintain and repair industrial machinery and mechanical systems, ensuring reliability and efficiency.

This experienced role works autonomously under occasional supervision, performs diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and parts fabrication as needed, and collaborates with production teams to minimize downtime while upholding safety standards across the site. We value practical expertise, strong problem-solving, and the ability to read manuals and

Qualifications

• Vocational training or equivalent experience.
• Several years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to read technical manuals and schematics.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and maintenance procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and document findings.
• Replace or fabricate parts as needed.
• Maintain tools and ensure safe working conditions.
• Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime.
• Train and support junior mechanics.
• Follow safety and operational procedures.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Experience with industrial machinery

Read technical manuals and schematics

Safety regulations and maintenance

Communication and teamwork

Education

Vocational training or equivalent experience

Tools

Industrial tools

Job description

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

About The Role

Job Summary

The Sr. Machinery Mechanic is responsible for maintaining and repairing industrial machinery and mechanical systems. This role performs complex diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and repairs, ensuring equipment reliability and operational efficiency.

This job profile is intended for experienced support-level staff that generally works autonomously and only requires closer supervision in non-routine situations.

This job and its associated grade are specifically aligned with roles that have the following scope of responsibility: Small, Medium, Large, Division / Extra Large organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and document findings.
• Replace or fabricate parts as needed.
• Maintain tools and ensure safe working conditions.
• Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime.
• Train and support junior mechanics.
• Follow safety and operational procedures.

Skills & Qualifications

Typically requires vocational training (or equivalent experience) and several years of relevant work experience to carry out the role.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and diagnostic skills.
• Experience with industrial machinery and tools.
• Ability to read technical manuals and schematics.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and maintenance procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

What we offer you

What We Offer You

• 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays
• 401k plan with a 6% match
• Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability
• Health savings account matching
• Motivating wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid paternal leave
• Gym reimbursement

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.