Installation Leader

CTG's long-standing Fortune 500 client of over 15 years has a W2 contract assignment for an Installation Leader to provide hands-on leadership for the installation, start-up, and debugging of high-speed manufacturing process equipment.

Type: Contract

Job Title: Installation Leader

Location: Newton, NC

Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite in Newton, NC

Pay Rate: Based on experience

Work Hours: M-F 8am-5pm

Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred

Description

This role requires coordinating with mechanical, electrical, controls, facilities, IT, and operations teams to ensure efficient equipment deployment. The position applies mechanical engineering principles such as mechanics, hydraulics, thermodynamics, metallurgy, and machine design to support safe and effective operations.

Requirements

• Mechanical equipment design, installation, start-up, and debug experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment

• Experience managing mechanical and electrical trades during equipment installation and troubleshooting

• Skilled with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Inventor

• Knowledge of machine guarding and safety standards (OSHA, ANSI, ASME); OSHA 30 Certification desired

• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with diverse teams

• Able to multitask and work with minimal direction

• Independently develops approaches to solutions

• Familiarity with other engineering disciplines (electrical, civil, process)

• Experience with high-speed cable manufacturing equipment (jacketing, ribbon stranding, buffering) is a plus but not required

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate tasks and workplans to meet customer schedules

• Provide hands-on guidance for equipment installation and troubleshooting

• Support start-up and qualification of equipment

• Verify equipment build and layout against drawings

• Coordinate installation plans with safety teams and plant receivers

• Work with engineers and vendors to resolve installation or build discrepancies

• Ensure safe work practices

• Update drawings and equipment documentation

Qualifications:

• 5+ years demonstrated leadership coordinating schedules, workflows, and installation teams

• Strong technical aptitude and hands-on mechanical skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Inventor

• Knowledge of manufacturing equipment, safety standards, and installation best practices

Additional Information

• No third party resumes will be accepted

• Drug testing and/or other employment-related inquiries may be conducted

• CTG will consider applicants with criminal histories consistent with all applicable local, state, and federal laws

• All individuals MUST be able to work on a W2 Tax basis (no C2C or third-party vendors)

• CTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer

• CTG is an E-Verify Company

To be considered for this opportunity, please apply directly through our website or email your Word version resume and salary expectations to JoAnn.Abramo@ctg.com .

About CTG

CTG, a Cegeka company, is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing IT and business solutions that accelerate project momentum and deliver desired value. Over nearly 60 years, we have earned a reputation as a faster and more reliable, results-driven partner. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG leverages the expertise of over 9,000 team members in 19 countries to provide innovative solutions. Together, we operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working in close cooperation with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. For more information, visit www.ctg.com .

Our culture is a direct result of the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. In other words, our people define our culture. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. Part of our mission is to cultivate a workplace that attracts and develops the best people.

CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.