Equipment Installation Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

CTG's long-standing Fortune 500 client of over 15 years has a W2 contract assignment for an Equipment Installation Lead.

Type: Contract
Job Title: Equipment Installation Lead
Location: Newton, NC
Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite in Newton, NC.
Pay Rate: Based on experience
Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; overtime and occasional off-hours work may be required
Education: Associate degree preferred; high school diploma accepted with substantial hands-on experience

Description

CTG is seeking an experienced Equipment Installation Lead to oversee and perform complex mechanical equipment installations, debugging, and manufacturing capacity expansion projects. This hands-on leadership role coordinates installation crews, vendors, and engineering teams to ensure safe, high-quality installations that meet project schedules, technical specifications, and production requirements.

Requirements

• Lead equipment installation, debugging, startup, and mechanical integration activities in a manufacturing environment.

• Direct installation crews and subcontractors, assign tasks, monitor progress, and mentor junior technicians.

• Troubleshoot complex mechanical issues and implement reliable, production-ready solutions.

• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.

• Coordinate project schedules, materials, tools, equipment, vendors, and resources.

• Perform precision alignment, leveling, rigging, torquing, testing, and calibration.

• Maintain installation records, inspection reports, punch lists, and engineering documentation.

• Follow industrial safety requirements and quality standards.

• Support equipment improvements, production readiness, and Operations acceptance.

• Travel between project sites in Newton and Hickory, NC.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience installing new equipment in a manufacturing environment; startup experience preferred.

• Experience leading technical installation crews in manufacturing, industrial, semiconductor, energy, or similar environments.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including pneumatics, hydraulics, pumps, motors, conveyors, bearings, and gear systems.

• Proficiency in mechanical troubleshooting, hand and power tools, and interpreting technical drawings.

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, communication, and project coordination skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet aggressive project milestones, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechatronics, Millwright, welding, or other relevant technical certifications.

• Experience with manufacturing equipment startup, vendor management, project scheduling, and budget accountability.

• Familiarity with CAD, Maximo, and maintenance leadership.

• Experience training operations personnel and implementing equipment reliability and process improvements.

Additional Information

• No third-party resumes will be accepted.

• Drug testing and/or other employment-related inquiries may be conducted.

• CTG will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

• All interested individuals must be able to work on a W2 tax basis (no C2C or third-party vendors).

• CTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

• CTG is an E-Verify Company.

To be considered for this opportunity, please apply directly through our website by clicking the link below.