What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Service Engineer position at INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED LEARNING AND RESEARCH?
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About IALR
The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) serves as a regional catalyst for economic transformation. The mission will be accomplished through applied research, advanced learning, economic development, advanced manufacturing, and conference services. Driving Economic Transformation is at the heart of everything we do at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. We discover breakthroughs, create opportunity, grow innovation, power progress, and host greatness. Each of our divisions plays a critical role in daily preserving and delivering this mission.
About the Role
The Technical Service Engineer for the Manufacturing Advancement department will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment to ensure optimal functionality and minimize downtime. You will provide on-site service support, perform preventive maintenance, and work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure machines are operating efficiently.
Duties & Responsibilities:
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on equipment, ensuring optimum performance.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and software issues on CNC equipment.
• Collaborate with teams to identify equipment issues and provide technical support.
• Perform repairs, including component replacement, calibration, and adjustments.
• Assist in machine installations, relocations, and setup, ensuring proper configuration and alignment.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repair logs, and service reports.
• Order and manage parts inventory for capital equipment maintenance, repairs.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols during equipment maintenance and repair activities.
• Provide technical training and support staff as needed.
• Keep up to date with technology advancements and best practices for maintenance.
Work Location
IALR's Campus in Danville, VA.
The Ideal Candidate
• Associate's degree or technical certification in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with CNC machine maintenance and repair.
• Strong understanding of machine geometry and calibration best practices
• Strong understanding of CNC machining, mechanical systems, electrical troubleshooting, and PLCs.
• Familiarity with CNC control systems (Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagrams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Essential Physical Requirements:
• May sit or stand for long periods of time while completing duties
• Must be able to move freely between facilities
• Must be able to operate and manipulate a keyboard
• May lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Must be able to wear hearing protection for extended periods of time
Salary & Benefits
IALR will offer a salary commensurate with your experience. IALR offers unique career opportunities in an innovative environment, all to support the economic transformation of Southern Virginia. Eligible employees are afforded excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage with lower-than-expected costs and participate in the Virginia Retirement System to save for their future.
How to Apply
Apply online at www.ialr.org/employment. Interviews will begin as qualified applicants are identified.
