Durham, North Carolina, United States
Onsite
Not Available
Amentum is seeking an CNC Machine Repair Technician IV at the subject matter expert level to join our Facilities – Operations and Maintenance team based in Durham, NC.
Typical work hours are 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM; hours may vary based on business demand.
The specialist performs as the technical expert with respect to installing, troubleshooting, servicing, and documenting the electrical/electronic, mechanical and controls needs of automated equipment in an industrial environment. Must be capable of providing instruction, mentoring and training less skilled technicians as needed. Effectively communicates with the site management team and the customer to understand requirements, solve complex electrical problems, and provide solutions to manufacturing problems.
The CNC Machine Repair Technician must have the ability to identify troubleshoot and correct any operational or safety-related issues and perform independent equipment root cause evaluations to identify potential equipment failures. Identifies and reports cost savings for documentation.
What impact you’ll make:
As a member of the Maintenance team, you will thrive in a collaborative environment. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing a variety of sophisticated manufacturing equipment. If you’re passionate about technology, enjoy problem-solving, and want to be part of a company that values continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.
The scope of service includes the maintaining, development, execution, and continuous improvement of the preventative and predictive maintenance activities at the client’s site. Some of the equipment included in the scope is:
Multi-Axis Wet and Dry CNC Grinders
Balancers
Central Coolant Systems
Pumps and Exhaust systems
Hydraulic and electrical systems
Responsibilities:
Troubleshoot and repair specialized mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment across the facility.
Perform and assist with the alignment and leveling of CNC machinery to ensure optimal performance.
Communicate detailed updates on ongoing repairs to ensure smooth shift transitions.
Collaborate with Facilities Engineers and external vendors to resolve complex technical issues.
Provide technical support during the installation or rearrangement of production equipment.
Continuously seek professional growth through available training and self-study in electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems.
Actively participate in customer lead Lean initiatives and continuous improvement efforts focused on safety, quality, and productivity.
Fulfill all other assigned duties and support team-based operations to meet the needs of the customer.
Works with AC/DC control voltage’s from (12-24V) through medium voltage motor controls and 480 volts, 3 phase.
Diagnoses, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs Machine Tools and equipment.
Must understand and be capable of instrumentation and equipment calibration, for optimum performance.
Reads and understands electrical/electronic and mechanical schematics.
Demonstrates through understanding of AC/DC motor control.
Demonstrates thorough understanding of hydraulic and pneumatics as related to electronic controls.
Identifies, reviews, and recommends activities and upgrades/retrofits to improve maintenance and operation methods and equipment performance.
Creates and modifies site operations procedures for equipment and recommends facilities reliability improvements.
Responds and provides service and feedback to the customer on all work orders while assuring compliance with codes, regulations and industry standards.
Understands company policies and enforces safety regulations.
Safely performs functions of the position including following proper safety guidelines such as performing job hazard analysis, following lockout/Tag out procedures, and wearing PPE as required.
Operates various measuring, diagnostic and testing instruments to help troubleshooting and repair.
Operates a variety of equipment such as hand tools, laptop computers and diagnostic hardware to perform work.
Demonstrates a high level of urgency and flexibility to meet emerging business needs.
Exhibits strong leadership skills, such as motivation, delegation, ownership, leading by example, well-developed organizational skills, excellent communication skills, etc.
Possesses the ability to lead complex technical work utilizing a wide variety of resources, including computers.
Cutting or grinding processes are highly desirable.
Able and willing to work in a tobacco-free environment and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) with or without reasonable accommodation.
Other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.
Minimum Requirements:
Associate degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or a minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial machinery maintenance with strong troubleshooting skills (electrical, electronic, and mechanical).
Additional Information:
Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
This position requires a valid Driver’s License.
This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.
This position will require the ability to obtain a security access badge at our client’s location.
This position may require various shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules.
Physical Requirements:
Requires the ability to regularly lift 50 lbs.
Requires the ability to regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladders, stepladders, and stairs at least 10 times during shift.
Requires the flexibility to bend/stoop, squat repetitive during shift.
Requires the ability to regularly kneel repetitive for shift.
Requires the ability to move in a 90-degree fashion on a repetitive basis for shift.
Requires the ability to stretch/reach on a repetitive basis for shift.
Requires the ability to walk extensively throughout the plant during shift.
Requires the ability to safely operate an Ariel Lift.
Requires the use of a Company/Client approved utility knife.
Requires the ability to differentiate colors pertaining to wire color-coding.
Some tasks will require repetitive wrist movement.
Requires ability to read and understand information contained in a variety of documents or displayed on a computer screen.
Requires ability to use a variety of office equipment and to operate a computer keyboard to access databases, to send/receive messages and to prepare documents.
Requires the ability to interact with all clients in a professional and friendly manner despite periods of stress.
Requires the ability to communicate with others on the telephone and in one-on-one or group discussions, meetings and presentations.
Special Requirements:
Wear steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats and other Personal Protective Equipment as needed.
Cope with demands (stressors) that are associated with the job and/or the work environment so that acceptable levels of performance and overall contribution are maintained
Compensation Details:
$38.00 -$40.00
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
08/13/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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