Electro-Mechanical Field Installation Specialist (Life Sciences)

Picture your Monday morning: you review a set of electrical schematics over coffee, load your tools, and drive to a local Indianapolis customer site to assemble and wire a critical piece of equipment used in pharmaceutical, radiopharmaceutical, or cell and gene therapy production. By mid-day, you’re routing pneumatic lines, validating wiring labels, and partnering with a teammate to resolve a control cabinet issue. Before you wrap, you document progress and prep for tomorrow’s functional checks. If that rhythm excites you, this role was built for you.

Role Summary

We’re hiring a hands-on specialist to install, assemble, wire, and help commission advanced equipment for life sciences customers. You’ll combine mechanical aptitude, electrical know-how, and pneumatic savvy to bring complex systems to life—safely, accurately, and on schedule.

What You’ll Do

Installation & Assembly

• Build and align mechanical subassemblies using drawings, work instructions, and manuals.
• Install electrical components, control hardware, cables, wiring, and pneumatic devices/lines.
• Interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and pneumatic diagrams to drive precise work.
• Terminate, connect, and label circuits to specification; perform adjustments and upgrades as needed.
• Use hand/power tools and installation equipment to fit, secure, and verify components.
• Troubleshoot issues, surface nonconformities, and collaborate with supervision to resolve them.
• Assist with prep, disassembly, crating, shipping, and receiving when projects require it.

Testing & Commissioning Support

• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
• Perform functional tests on systems and subassemblies to confirm proper operation.
• Participate in on-site inspections and validation activities.
• Capture progress, technical findings, and defects in clear, timely documentation.
• Work closely with installation leadership and technical peers to meet deadlines.

Customer & Team Interaction

• Build professional relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Serve as a polished on-site representative of our organization.
• Help coordinate materials, tools, and supplies for smooth installations.
• Engage in ongoing training to expand product and installation expertise.

Safety & Housekeeping

• Follow all applicable health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Use PPE and follow lockout/tagout when working with hazardous energy.
• Maintain a tidy workspace aligned to 5S principles.
• Report hazards, defects, incidents, and near-misses promptly.
• Participate in required safety training and investigations.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical diploma in industrial technology, mechanical/electrical systems, or equivalent practical experience.
• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical components, pneumatic systems, and basic hydraulics.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical documentation.
• Hands-on experience with hand/power tools, assembly, installation, or troubleshooting.
• Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and communication skills.
• Comfort working independently and as part of a team in a fast-moving, deadline-driven setting.
• Excellent organization, time management, and composure under pressure.
• Valid driver’s license and eligibility to travel domestically and internationally; able to begin travel within 30 days of hire.

Physical & Work Environment

• Stand, walk, bend, reach overhead; push/pull equipment and materials.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs; frequently handle lighter loads.
• Wear required PPE for extended periods.
• Operate in customer facilities, manufacturing, and industrial environments with occasional elevated noise and physical hazards.
• Read technical documents and screens; communicate clearly with teammates and customers.

Compensation, Location & Travel

• Pay: $35–$38 per hour, based on experience.
• Preferred location: Indianapolis, IN.
• Travel: ~75% driven by project needs. Many projects are in the Indianapolis area—local techs often return home daily when assigned nearby.
• Additional travel: periodic overnight, domestic, and international trips as required.

Why You’ll Love It

• Competitive hourly pay.
• Hands-on work with sophisticated electro-mechanical systems.
• Skill growth in installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning support.
• Blend of local assignments and travel-based projects.
• Direct customer impact bringing specialized equipment online.

Ideal Fit

You’re mechanically and electrically inclined, enjoy troubleshooting, and like seeing your work operate in the field. Proximity to Indianapolis is strongly preferred.

Core Proficiencies

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Electrical Installation
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Repair
• Equipment/Parts Counter Sales
• Industrial Electrical Experience
• Industrial Electrical Systems
• Hydraulic Systems & Components
• Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
• Mechanical Systems & Component Repair
• Electrical Panel Installation
• Electrical Schematic Reading
• Low Voltage Cabling Installation
• Equipment Installation & Wiring
• Equipment Installation
• Machine Safety Inspections