CNC Machinery Commissioning Technologist

CNC Machinery Commissioning Technologist

Love turning complex machines into production-ready assets? Read on.

Where will I work?

Primarily at customer facilities, installing, commissioning, servicing, and troubleshooting CNC equipment and automation. You’ll travel about 40–50%, with most trips capped at one week or less. When you’re home-base, you’ll partner with engineering, manufacturing, and service teams to prep equipment, investigate issues, and support active projects.

What will I be doing?

• Installing, setting up, leveling, and aligning CNC machines and automated subsystems.
• Commissioning equipment and assisting with startup, testing, and customer acceptance.
• Diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical problems.
• Reading and applying prints, schematics, manuals, and technical documentation.
• Connecting and debugging hydraulic and pneumatic circuits.
• Identifying basic control/electrical faults and looping in engineering or controls experts as needed.
• Executing preventive maintenance, repairs, and minor modifications.
• Pinpointing performance gaps and prescribing corrective actions.
• Collaborating with customers, engineers, controls technicians, and field teams.
• Coaching customers on fundamental operation and maintenance post-install.
• Recording activities, progress, issues, and resolutions thoroughly.
• Upholding a professional, customer-centric presence and following safety protocols.

What experience do I need?

• Hands-on work installing, servicing, commissioning, or troubleshooting CNC machinery.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; proven diagnostic and problem-solving ability.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Working knowledge of basic electrical systems and components.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Comfort using hand/power tools and standard diagnostic instruments.
• Ability to work independently onsite and collaborate with internal teams.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Willingness to travel 40–50%, with trips generally one week or less.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as required.

What will set me apart?

• CNC machine installation/commissioning and CNC machine tool service background.
• Experience in industrial automation, robotics, or automated material handling.
• Precision alignment and setup expertise.
• Hydraulic/pneumatic troubleshooting and basic electrical diagnostics.
• Industrial maintenance or field service experience.
• Direct support of manufacturing customers.

Who is this role ideal for?

A hands-on field technologist who thrives on complex machinery, cross-discipline troubleshooting, and owning an assignment end-to-end.

What’s in it for me?

• Top-tier benefits package
• Generous performance-based bonus
• Career advancement and upward mobility
• Opportunities to deepen technical and field-service breadth
• Exposure to cutting-edge CNC and automation technologies
• Hands-on variety across custom machinery and diverse manufacturing use cases

Must be proficient in

• Electrical Schematics
• Machine Building/Assembling
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• CNC Machine Repair
• CNC Machine Installation
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Mechanical Systems & Component Repair