Equipment Integration Lead
About The Position
CTG’s long-standing Fortune 500 client is seeking an experienced Equipment Integration Lead to drive the successful deployment of manufacturing equipment in a high-tech production environment. This role involves leading the full lifecycle of equipment integration, from design through installation, commissioning, and final handoff. The lead will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage equipment vendors, oversee startup and debugging, and ensure alignment with facility systems and production processes. Responsibilities also include driving root cause analysis, tracking project timelines and budgets, and supporting training and continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Experience in equipment integration, manufacturing engineering, or capital projects
- Proven success leading installation, startup, and commissioning efforts
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems and facility integration
- Project management and cross-functional leadership experience
- Hands-on troubleshooting and root cause analysis expertise
- Familiarity with CAD and engineering documentation
- Data analysis experience (SPC, Minitab, JMP, or similar)
- Strong communication and organizational skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience in optical fiber, cable manufacturing, or advanced manufacturing
- Knowledge of FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ/PQ validation processes
- Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma certification
- PMP or project management certification
- Experience with CMMS or ERP systems
Responsibilities
- Lead full lifecycle equipment integration (design → install → commissioning → handoff)
- Coordinate cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, facilities, automation, quality)
- Manage equipment vendors, including FAT/SAT, installation, and acceptance
- Oversee startup, debugging, and performance optimization of manufacturing equipment
- Ensure alignment with facility systems, utilities, and production processes
- Drive root cause analysis and resolve technical issues during deployment
- Track project timelines, budgets, and risks; communicate status to stakeholders
- Support training and continuous improvement initiatives
Benefits
- Pay Rate: Based on experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
