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Lead Mechatronics Reliability Technician

ATS - Industrial Maintenance
Bellwood, IL Other
POSTED ON 9/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/30/2026
Join us to raise the bar on equipment reliability

At ATS, you will be the go-to expert who keeps production moving, champions continuous improvement, and develops the next generation of technicians. You will pair deep technical skill with data-driven insight to prevent failures before they happen.

How you'll lead

Advance reliability: Design and execute best-in-class preventive maintenance and sophisticated break/fix on mechanical, electrical, and integrated systems. Engineer upgrades that extend asset life and improve throughput.

Master controls: Program, troubleshoot, and fine-tune complex control architectures—diagnosing software, hardware, and configuration issues to stabilize and optimize lines.

Predict and prevent: Deploy infrared thermography, ultrasonic testing, power quality analysis, laser interferometry, ball bar methods, and vibration analysis to assess condition and launch proactive maintenance.

Drive CI impact: Lead events, apply CI tools, and deliver measurable results and cost savings.

Be resourceful: Identify and procure parts and supplies; recommend alternative components and engineered solutions for higher reliability.

Elevate standards: Perform to industry benchmarks; uphold 5S and meticulous housekeeping.

Fabricate and repair: Operate lathes, drill presses, grinders, and related metalworking tools; perform welding to build or restore parts as needed.

Improve the system: Research emerging tools and techniques; document and share innovations across ATS locations.

Influence decisions: Provide inputs for new equipment justifications, rebuild/repair proposals, savings analyses, and innovation cases.

Leverage data: Keep records current, review CMMS histories, and analyze trends to guide maintenance plans.

Support the business: Supply technical content for sales quotations and complete T&M assignments.

Grow others: Train and coach less experienced technicians; take on project management responsibilities as assigned.

Protect people: Follow all safety policies; stay situationally aware and address unsafe conditions or behaviors immediately.

Experience and credentials
  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Associate degree with a technical concentration and 7 years of related industry experience; or 10 years of industry experience.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with predictive technologies (vibration analysis or laser interferometer operations), precision alignments, and maintenance of process equipment.
  • Strong grasp of electrical, mechanical, fluid power, and control systems; capable of problem analysis, solution development, and hands-on repair.
  • Ability to use hand and specialty tools; willingness to travel when needed.
  • Six Sigma experience preferred.
Technical strengths we value
  • PLC Troubleshooting Skills
  • Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans
  • Electrical Schematics
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
  • 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
  • Hydraulics Experience
  • Electrical Repair
  • PLC Programming Experience
  • High Voltage Systems
Machines and platforms
  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
  • Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
  • Conveyor Systems
  • Servo Motors
Physical demands and environment

This role involves regular standing and walking; frequent hand use; reaching; climbing via ladders or lifts and balancing; and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling in confined spaces. Clear communication is essential. Sitting is occasional. You may occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Close and color vision are regularly required. Expect occasional exposure to outdoor weather and electrical shock risks. Work is typically in a very loud factory setting with possible exposure to hazardous materials and greasy or slippery floors.

Rewards

ATS believes in fair and equitable pay. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. We also offer market leading benefit programs including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, PTO, a 401k retirement plans with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Pay Range: $45.00- $52.00 USD

Our commitment

ATS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment toall applicants and employees without regard to age, color, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Review the privacy policy here.

ATS se compromete a brindar igualdad de oportunidades de empleo en todos los aspectos del empleo a todos los solicitantes y empleados, independientemente de su edad, color, raza, religión, sexo (incluido el embarazo, identidad de género y orientación sexual), origen nacional, discapacidad, estatus de veterano, información genética u otro estatus legalmente protegido. Revisión de la política de privacidad aquí

Salary : $45 - $52

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