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Equipment Integration Lead - (CAPEX)

Nesco Resource

Newton, NC

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$45–$45 Per Hour
SKILLS
Automation, Budgeting, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Capital Project, Change Control, Change Management, Cleanroom, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Debugging Skills, Detail Oriented, Documentation, High Tech Industry, Identify Issues, Laboratory, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Equipment, Manufacturing Process Engineering, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Validation, Production Support, Project Execution, Project Management Certification, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Planning, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Reliability Engineering, Requirements Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Compliance, Six Sigma Certification, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Supply Chain, System Start-Up, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Newton, NC
POSTED
10 days ago
Job Description: Equipment Integration Lead
Onsite, NC - Newton - COC Trivium (HITF)
M-F: 8am-5pm, occasional OT

Position Summary
The Equipment Integration Lead is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing the installation and integration of new or modified equipment within an optical fiber, ribbon, and cable manufacturing or technical environment. This role serves as the primary point of contact between engineering, operations, facilities, quality, automation, and external vendors to ensure equipment is safely deployed, fully functional, and aligned with production and business requirements.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead end-to-end equipment integration projects from concept through design, installation, conversion, debug/commission, and handoff to the Qualification team.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including manufacturing, process engineering, facilities, quality, maintenance, EHS, automation, and supply chain
• Define equipment requirements, integration scope, timelines, milestones, and resource needs
• Manage vendor relationships for equipment design, FAT/SAT, installation, troubleshooting, and acceptance
• Ensure compatibility of equipment with facility infrastructure, utilities, controls systems, automation platforms, and production processes
• Oversee equipment setup, startup, testing, debugging, and performance optimization
• Drive issue resolution during installation and conversion through structured troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, regulatory, and internal engineering standards
• Prepare and maintain project documentation including specifications, change controls, SOPs, work instructions, risk assessments, and turnover packages
• Track project progress, risks, budgets, and schedules; provide regular status updates to stakeholders
• Support training of operations and maintenance personnel on newly integrated equipment
• Lead continuous improvement efforts to improve equipment reliability, uptime, throughput, and maintainability

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Materials, Industrial Technology, or a related field, post-graduation degree is a plus
• Several years of experience in equipment engineering, equipment integration, manufacturing engineering, capital project execution, and scale up
• Experience leading equipment installation, startup, and commissioning activities
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing equipment, facilities integration, and production support processes
• Proven project management and cross-functional coordination skills
• Experience with troubleshooting complex equipment and system interactions
• Equipment design (CAD)
• Six Sigma certification, Root cause analysis
• Strong data analytics capabilities – SPC, JMP or Mini Tab/R/Origin Pro
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in regulated or high-tech industries such as optical fibers or advanced manufacturing
• Knowledge of FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, PQ, or other validation/qualification methodologies
• Experience with CMMS, ERP, or engineering documentation systems
• Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience
• PMP or other project management certification is a plus
Key Competencies
• Leadership and accountability
• Technical problem-solving
• Project planning and execution
• Stakeholder management
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Change management
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work in fast-paced operational environments

Work Environment
• Manufacturing plants, cleanrooms, laboratories, or industrial production areas
• Frequent interaction with equipment vendors, technicians, operators, and internal engineering teams
• May require off-hours or weekend support during equipment installation, startup, or production ramp

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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About the Company

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Nesco Resource

Companies need talent. You want job opportunities.

That’s where we come in. We create meaningful connections between companies and candidates, and we’ve been doing it for over 65 years.
Our national workforce solutions include contract, contract-to-hire, direct placement services, and managed services for a variety of industries.

We employ specialized recruiters focused in Engineering, Information Technology, Accounting & Finance, Administrative & Customer Service, and Manufacturing & Distribution.

When you need to find a job, we're your partner.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Performance Bonus, Employee Referral Program
FOUNDED
1956
WEBSITE
https://nescoresource.com/