Manufacturing Equipment Specialist-TX

Manufacturing Equipment Specialist

As a Manufacturing Equipment Specialist, you will support Cel Link’s fleet of automated production equipment. This involves rapid, efficient responses to real‑time issues and the careful development of long‑term solutions in collaboration with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams.

• Fabricate, modify, and assemble mechanical and electrical components and assemblies.
• Assembly, testing, and installation of custom manufacturing tools and equipment.
• Precise, detail‑oriented mechanical assembly according to engineering drawings.
• Electrical component and cabinet wiring according to engineering drawings.
• Create and modify mechanical CAD models and drawings.
• Perform machining and welding work as needed.
• Systematically apply knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and software components to identify problems and develop robust solutions.
• Work closely with equipment engineers, process engineers, and production operators to ensure production equipment operates reliably and efficiently.
• Assist in the construction of new equipment and in the development of improvements to existing equipment.
• Work hands‑on with roll‑to‑roll web handling and processing equipment, including rollers, drives, edge guides, brakes, and steering mechanisms.

Experience /

Education:

• An associate's or bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering technology or a related field is preferred.
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience as a machinist, welder, mechanic, equipment engineer, or similar.
• Experience with the design, assembly, and/or maintenance of automated manufacturing equipment is strongly preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Independent problem solver with a desire to learn new skills and develop new technology.
• Strong organizational skills and a detail‑oriented mindset.
• Able to adapt to changing requirements in a fast‑paced start‑up setting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong work ethic, and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Solid background in using 3D CAD software (Solid Works strongly preferred).
• Can read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Can create and modify mechanical drawings, models, and assemblies.
• Can create and modify technical documents such as work instructions.
• Maintains a clean and orderly workspace.
• Able to use hand and machine tools safely.

Additional Desired

Skills:

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Familiar with materials and construction methods typical of manufacturing equipment.
• Some knowledge of PLC systems and device configuration software.
• Familiar with statistical process control concepts.
• Knowledge of electrical schematics.
• Experience with electrical cabinet wiring.
• Experience with assembly and/or maintenance of roll‑to‑roll manufacturing equipment.

Employee must be able to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and pull/push; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Work environment includes both an office environment and a shop environment with exposure to high noise levels, physical hazards, nuisance dust, and skin exposure to chemicals.

May be required to wear PPE such as safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, gloves, hair nets, masks, and clean‑room frocks.

Salaried Exempt – Salary range $65K–$75K. Regular office and manufacturing hours. This position requires occasional travel if necessary.

We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates are essential to our success. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees while building teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunity employer. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Cel Link participates in the E‑Verify program in specific locations as required by law.