Mechanical Engineering Technologist, Indianapolis

Manufacturing facility in Indianapolis has n opening on their team for a Mechanical Engineering Technologist to support plant operations through handson engineering, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role is primarily floorbased and works closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve equipment reliability, safety, and productivity.

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• Serve as a handson engineering resource on the production floor, supporting daily operations and resolving recurring equipment and process issues
  
• Lead and assist with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting, including handson repair, testing, and validation
  
• Support and troubleshoot equipment utilizing AllenBradley PLC platforms, including basic ladder logic troubleshooting
  
• Manage small to medium capital improvement projects, including safety oversight, budget tracking, contractor coordination, and schedule management
  
• Oversee Management of Change (MOC) processes for equipment and process modifications in assigned areas
  
• Develop and maintain technical documentation such as preventive maintenance work orders, spare parts lists, P&IDs, and equipment documentation
  
• Analyze production and equipment performance data to identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions
  
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and operators to drive continuous improvement initiatives
  
• Provide regular production updates, project timelines, and status reports to plant leadership
  
• Mentor and support operations and maintenance personnel through technical guidance and training
  

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• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology with 3+ years of industrial manufacturing experience, or
  
• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology
  
• Strong handson experience with industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment
  
• Experience troubleshooting electrical systems and working in PLCcontrolled environments
  
• Familiarity with AllenBradley PLC systems; basic ladder logic troubleshooting preferred
  
• Experience managing capital projects and handling multiple priorities simultaneously