Equipment Installation Lead

Job overview

The Equipment Installation Lead works onsite in Newton, NC, with travel between project sites in Newton and Hickory. The stated pay range is $40–$49 per hour. The role supports manufacturing engineering projects focused on capacity expansion and production-line installation and debugging. This position leads installation crews and coordinates technical work to deliver safe, quality installations that meet engineering specifications, project schedules, and customer requirements. It also mentors technicians and supports equipment testing, startup, and acceptance.

What you'll do

• Lead or participate in equipment installation and debugging projects
• direct installation crews and subcontractors
• plan work and coordinate resources
• perform rigging, leveling, alignment, torquing, piping, and mechanical integration
• troubleshoot equipment and mechanical issues
• inspect installations and complete reports and as-built documentation
• support testing, startup, and customer acceptance
• train and mentor technicians and operations personnel.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

equipment installation lead

newton nc

hickory nc

talent software services

$40–$49/hr

mechanical installation

production lines

equipment debugging

crew leadership

rigging and alignment

manufacturing engineering

overtime expected

travel between project sites

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Advanced mechanical installation and debugging; experience with pumps, motors, conveyors, hydraulics, and pneumatics; associate degree required, with high school diploma accepted alongside substantial hands-on experience.

About the employer

Talent Software Services, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Computer Related Services. Sector: 54.