Lead Mechatronics Reliability Technician

ATS • Bellwood, IL

9d • $45 - $52

About The Position

Join us to raise the bar on equipment reliability At ATS, you will be the go-to expert who keeps production moving, champions continuous improvement, and develops the next generation of technicians. You will pair deep technical skill with data-driven insight to prevent failures before they happen. How you'll lead Advance reliability: Design and execute best-in-class preventive maintenance and sophisticated break/fix on mechanical, electrical, and integrated systems. Engineer upgrades that extend asset life and improve throughput. Master controls: Program, troubleshoot, and fine-tune complex control architectures—diagnosing software, hardware, and configuration issues to stabilize and optimize lines. Predict and prevent: Deploy infrared thermography, ultrasonic testing, power quality analysis, laser interferometry, ball bar methods, and vibration analysis to assess condition and launch proactive maintenance. Drive CI impact: Lead events, apply CI tools, and deliver measurable results and cost savings. Be resourceful: Identify and procure parts and supplies; recommend alternative components and engineered solutions for higher reliability. Elevate standards: Perform to industry benchmarks; uphold 5S and meticulous housekeeping. Fabricate and repair: Operate lathes, drill presses, grinders, and related metalworking tools; perform welding to build or restore parts as needed. Improve the system: Research emerging tools and techniques; document and share innovations across ATS locations. Influence decisions: Provide inputs for new equipment justifications, rebuild/repair proposals, savings analyses, and innovation cases. Leverage data: Keep records current, review CMMS histories, and analyze trends to guide maintenance plans. Support the business: Supply technical content for sales quotations and complete T&M assignments. Grow others: Train and coach less experienced technicians; take on project management responsibilities as assigned. Protect people: Follow all safety policies; stay situationally aware and address unsafe conditions or behaviors immediately.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Associate degree with a technical concentration and 7+ years of related industry experience; or 10+ years of industry experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with predictive technologies (vibration analysis or laser interferometer operations), precision alignments, and maintenance of process equipment.
• Strong grasp of electrical, mechanical, fluid power, and control systems; capable of problem analysis, solution development, and hands-on repair.
• Ability to use hand and specialty tools; willingness to travel when needed.

Nice To Haves

• Six Sigma experience preferred.
• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans
• Electrical Schematics
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Hydraulics Experience
• Electrical Repair
• PLC Programming Experience
• High Voltage Systems
• Machines and platforms
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
• Conveyor Systems
• Servo Motors

Responsibilities

• Advance reliability: Design and execute best-in-class preventive maintenance and sophisticated break/fix on mechanical, electrical, and integrated systems.
• Engineer upgrades that extend asset life and improve throughput.
• Master controls: Program, troubleshoot, and fine-tune complex control architectures—diagnosing software, hardware, and configuration issues to stabilize and optimize lines.
• Predict and prevent: Deploy infrared thermography, ultrasonic testing, power quality analysis, laser interferometry, ball bar methods, and vibration analysis to assess condition and launch proactive maintenance.
• Drive CI impact: Lead events, apply CI tools, and deliver measurable results and cost savings.
• Be resourceful: Identify and procure parts and supplies; recommend alternative components and engineered solutions for higher reliability.
• Elevate standards: Perform to industry benchmarks; uphold 5S and meticulous housekeeping.
• Fabricate and repair: Operate lathes, drill presses, grinders, and related metalworking tools; perform welding to build or restore parts as needed.
• Improve the system: Research emerging tools and techniques; document and share innovations across ATS locations.
• Influence decisions: Provide inputs for new equipment justifications, rebuild/repair proposals, savings analyses, and innovation cases.
• Leverage data: Keep records current, review CMMS histories, and analyze trends to guide maintenance plans.
• Support the business: Supply technical content for sales quotations and complete T&M assignments.
• Grow others: Train and coach less experienced technicians; take on project management responsibilities as assigned.
• Protect people: Follow all safety policies; stay situationally aware and address unsafe conditions or behaviors immediately.

Benefits

• ATS believes in fair and equitable pay.
• We also offer market leading benefit programs including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, PTO, a 401k retirement plans with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED