Electromechanical Engineer

Overview

Are you a hands-on problem solver who loves to travel and provide exceptional customer service? IPS is seeking a dynamic Field Service Technician to join our team. In this role, no day will be the same. You'll troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment while delivering top-notch service to our customers. You’ll be able to work alongside some of the best technicians in the industry utilizing the latest technology tools and equipment.

If you're passionate about your work, have a strong work ethic, and enjoy working independently, IPS is the place for you. Apply now and start your adventure with us!

IPS is seeking a talented and experienced Electro-Mechanical Field Service Technician to join our team. This role requires strong technical onsite repair skills, leadership capabilities, and the ability to deliver an unmatched customer experience in demanding industrial environments such as surface mining facilities, dragline equipment, and other heavy industries.

As an Electro-mechanical Field Service Technician, you will perform advanced diagnostics and repairs—including vibration analysis, thermographic imaging, and electrical testing—while also leading field crews, ensuring job safety, and representing IPS in a professional manner. This is a hands-on, decision-making role that requires both technical expertise and strong leadership in the field.

• Represent IPS in a knowledgeable and professional manner, maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Perform advanced diagnostics, including vibration analysis, thermographic imaging, and electrical testing as needed.
• Conduct motor removal, installation, troubleshooting, and repair for AC/DC motors in industrial and mining environments.
• Carry out precision tasks such as shaft alignment, bearing replacement, seal setting, and torquing critical components to specifications.
• Provide on-the-job training and mentorship for field service technicians in advanced electrical and mechanical skills.
• Assist with proposals, job walks, and defining work scopes for customer projects (preventive maintenance, reliability, motor change-outs, testing, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with all IPS policies, procedures, and safety requirements, including completion of field service safety checklists.
• Utilize test equipment such as Megger, PdMA MCE, Multimeter, DLRO, and other diagnostic tools.
• Perform DC motor/generator commutator inspections, including evaluation of commutator condition, brush holders, brush wear, and mica depth.
• Clean electro-mechanical equipment using methods such as bead blasting, ice blasting, and solvent cleaning.
• Prepare detailed service and technical reports with findings and recommendations.
• Think creatively and problem-solve in challenging environments to minimize customer downtime.
• Work independently or as part of a team to complete projects safely and effectively.
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts and IPS Engineering to overcome advanced failures and repairs.

• 4+ years of hands-on AC/DC motor service experience (mining, dragline, or heavy industrial environment preferred).
• PdMA testing experience or equivalent diagnostic equipment (preferred).
• Vibration Analysis ISO CAT II certification (preferred).
• Strong skills in vibration analysis, alignment, and bearing inspections.
• Proven ability to lead teams and train technicians in the field.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow procedures precisely.
• Excellent problem-solving skills; able to adapt and think outside the box under pressure.
• Strong customer focus with professional communication skills.
• Basic computer literacy and technical report writing ability.
• Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel locally and overnight, with availability for overtime, weekends, and on-call assignments.
• Solid math skills, including fractions and percentages.
• Experience installing and troubleshooting Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) is a plus.

• Lead with integrity and prioritize safety. You demonstrate high standards and commit to a safe, ethical workplace.
• Value teamwork and accountability. You work…