Lead Technician - Automation & Engineered Solutions
About this role
Position: Lead Technician — Automation & Engineered Solutions Location: Greenwood, IN
Job Type: Full-Time
Travel: Up to 7596 (across the US)
Job Summary:
We are looking for a hands-on, experienced Lead Technician to oversee and execute the installation, commissioning, and service of engineered and automated finishing systems. This role combines leadership, technical expertise, and project coordination, ensuring successful delivery of high-performance automation and custom equipment solutions at client sites.
The ideal candidate has strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, leadership experience in industrial environments, and a passion for driving high-quality execution of complex installations. FAT sites could include Greenwood, IN or Gallatin, TN locations. This position requires travel across the U.S. up to 75% of the time, often to customer sites or project locations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise field crews during installation and commissioning of engineered systems and automation equipment (e.g., robotics, conveyors, custom machinery).
- Serve as the primary on-site contact for project execution, interfacing with clients, engineers, and project
- Ensure installation follows mechanical, electrical, and safety specifications per project drawings and
- Interpret and communicate complex blueprints, schematics, and work
- Coordinate tools, equipment, and personnel on-site to meet project timelines and quality
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in mechanical, pneumatic, and automated
- Maintain accurate records of site activities, changes, and completion
- Enforce company and job site safety protocols and
- Train and mentor junior technicians and installers to build team
- Participate in project planning meetings and provide feedback to improve processes and
- Assemble special jobs and projects, as requested
- Participate in product training, as required
- Participate in product demonstrations with salespeople in our lab and in the
- Assist in lab clean-up and review for safety
- Other applicable duties, as required
Required Skills and Abilities
- 5+ years of experience in industrial equipment installation, automation systems, or custom machinery
- Proven prior experience as a lead installer, foreman, or supervisory technician
- Proven experience of finishing and/or paint applications
- Strong mechanical and basic electrical knowledge (PLC troubleshooting or HMI familiarity a plus).
- Proficient in reading blueprints, electrical/mechanical schematics, and technical
- Experience with robotic automation or custom system integration preferred
- Welding or light fabrication capabilities preferred
- Ability to travel up to 75% of the time within the United States
- Willingness to work weekends, split shifts, daily overtime, and holidays, as needed
- Proven mechanical and electrical knowledge sufficient to diagnose and resolve basic equipment problems
- Preferred experience in disassembling equipment needing repair, diagnose problems, clean and refurbish/replace parts as needed, reassemble, and test
- Ability to use/operate tools such as wrenches, drivers, and power tools
- Proven experience utilizing electrical diagnostic equipment
- Ability to read and understand documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and
- Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions in person-to person and small group situations with customers, clients, general public and other employees of the
- Exposure to a minimum of 1 of the following preferred: Finishing processes and equipment, Pump and pump motor, routing and installation of tubing and piping
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
- Ability to understand written and oral English and be proficient with computer, email, spreadsheets and look up documents online
- Ability to learn and use OTC's computer systems to create and maintain required records regarding equipment repair and service
- Ability to operate forklift, and a pallet jack
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job
- Valid driver's license with driving record acceptable to OTC insurance company
- Must be able to work in an environment with possible paint and solvent odors present
- Ability to work in environments that may include:
- Moving mechanical parts
- Fumes or airborne particles
- Painting chemicals and solvents
- Electrical equipment Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Requires ability to walk, climb, stand, carry materials, stoop, kneel, bend at
- Maximum unassisted lift = 50 Average lift less than 50 lbs
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Adaptability — Ability to be flexible and adjust to changes in your work You can respond quickly to changing ideas, responsibilities, expectations, trends, strategies and other processes. Being adaptable also means possessing soft skills like interpersonal, communication, creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Accuracy - Ability to detect errors in normal course of work by standard check or routine Errors resulting from inaccuracy would create minor confusion, delay or expense to correct the situation.
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Keeps
- Initiative - Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when
- Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and
- Problem Solving - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others'
- Planning/Organization - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Demonstrates group presentation
- Collaboration — Ability to work with others to achieve a common goal; Building and maintaining relationships through shared responsibility, respect.
Job details
| Job reference: | OTC/1469480 |
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| Date posted: | 11-Aug-2025 |
| Attachments: | No File Attached |
