Mechanical Installation Technician; Projects

IT8 is a global company that offers high quality services to bring engineering projects to life. Our more than 15 years of experience in the automotive and logistics sectors make us the ideal partner to develop and implement strategic technical projects around the world. Our team of experts - based in the USA, Mexico, Spain, Germany and India - provides professional service and tailor-made solutions with high quality standards.

We are a leading engineering company looking for a professional to join our team as a Mechanical Installation Technician. In this position, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing the electrical and mechanical systems of the project, ensuring their safe and efficient operation.

Key responsibilities

• Perform the installation, assembly, maintenance, and repair of industrial mechanical systems, machinery, and equipment at project and customer sites.
• Install and assemble automated production equipment, manufacturing machinery, conveyors, fixtures, tooling, and assembly-line components according to project specifications.
• Diagnose mechanical issues, identify root causes, and implement appropriate corrective solutions.
• Inspect, align, adjust, and test mechanical equipment to ensure proper installation and operation.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, assembly drawings, blueprints, layouts, and technical specifications.
• Perform mechanical assembly activities including equipment positioning, leveling, alignment, fastening, and component installation.
• Support the installation, modification, and commissioning of automotive manufacturing and assembly-line equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on machinery and mechanical equipment as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of installations, modifications, repairs, and completed work.
• Coordinate with electrical technicians, automation teams, engineers, supervisors, and other project personnel to ensure installation activities are completed safely and according to schedule.
• Follow all applicable site safety requirements, installation procedures, and company standards.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in industrial mechanical installation, equipment assembly, or a related field.
• Proven hands-on experience in the automotive manufacturing industry is required.
• Degree or technical education in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Technology, or a related field preferred
• Strong knowledge of mechanical installation, machinery assembly, alignment, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, equipment layouts, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Experience working with automated production equipment, conveyors, fixtures, tooling, and industrial machinery is strongly preferred.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary installation team.
• Must be willing and able to travel extensively to project sites throughout the United States and internationally, as required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

What do we offer?

• A great opportunity to join a dynamic project with a high potential for growth.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Flexibility, teamwork and a great work environment.
• Negotiable retribution according to experience

Does this sound like an interesting opportunity?

IT8 is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization.