Equipment and Tool Installation Manager
Core
Managing the full lifecycle of rare earth magnet processing equipment installation, from OEM engagement to site commissioning and handover to production.
Role type
Senior IC capital project manager (industrial equipment installation)
Builds
Rare earth magnet processing equipment for defense, aerospace, and automotive industries
Domain
Manufacturing startup / Capital project execution / Industrial equipment installation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Contractor selection and management, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) coordination, Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) execution, Utility layout and rigging planning, Engineering drawing interpretation, EHS compliance enforcement, Multi-contractor coordination, Punch-list management
Preferred skills
Greenfield facility build-out experience, Manufacturing site startup experience, Vendor scaling experience
Technologies
P&IDs, electrical schematics, utility layout documents
Responsibilities
Engage with OEMs to define installation requirements and utility specifications; Lead contractor qualification, bid evaluation, and contract negotiation; Oversee equipment move-in, rigging, alignment, and mechanical/electrical hook-ups; Manage day-to-day contractor performance and schedule adherence; Enforce site EHS protocols including LOTO and safe work practices; Coordinate across multiple contractors and engineering teams to maintain production ramp timeline.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC