Field Engineer I - Fort Wayne area
GE HealthcareSalary not specified
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, Defense, ManufacturingIndustries
Requirements
- Broad technical range across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and fluid systems
- Ability to rig, place, level, anchor, connect, and commission CNC machines, robots, and ancillary systems
- Experience with facilities systems including electrical distribution, compressed air, vacuum, process cooling, HVAC, and general utilities
- Capability to inspect, service, and repair full-scope facilities systems
- Skills in troubleshooting breakdowns, isolating root causes, and restoring operation safely
- Knowledge of safety standards including LOTO, NFPA 70E, and machine-guarding
- Ability to coordinate with OEM vendors and contractors, verify work, and ensure compliance
- Qualifications for installing conduit and piping
- Thoughtful judgment for developing and iterating maintenance routines
Responsibilities
- Install, rig, and commission equipment: Receive, uncrate, rig, set, level, anchor, and align CNC machines, robots, and ancillary systems; complete utilities tie-ins (power, air, coolant, data), run prove-out checklists, and hand over to production
- Robotics and automation readiness: Cable robots, mount end of arm tools, install safety fencing, and wire electrical cabinets; perform dry-runs and basic I/O checks with controls teams; capture punch-lists and close items before release
- Facilities maintenance (full scope): Inspect, service, and repair HVAC, compressed air, process cooling, vacuum, water, and general building systems; coordinate OEM vendors as needed and verify work quality
- Uptime and troubleshooting: Respond quickly to breakdowns, isolate root causes across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and fluid systems, and restore operation safely
- Develop maintenance routines: Author PM checklists, torque maps, lubrication charts, calibration and metrology checks, and critical spares lists for new or unique equipment; adjust intervals based on data
- Stand up maintenance management discipline: Create assets, parts, and BOMs; log work orders with clear failure codes and repair notes; keep history complete for audits
- Utilities and shop readiness: Lay out drops for power/air/coolant; install conduit and piping within qualifications; keep the floor safe, clean, and inspection-ready
- Contractor and OEM coordination: Escort and supervise vendors, verify scope, ensure LOTO and permits are followed, and accept work against specs
- Safety and compliance: Apply LOTO, NFPA 70E, and machine-guarding standards; close EHS findings on time and maintain an incident-free record
- Partner and escalate as needed
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
Is this Maintenance Specialist role remote or onsite?
This is an onsite position.
What are the main responsibilities of the Maintenance Specialist?
Responsibilities include installing, rigging, and commissioning CNC machines and robots; performing facilities maintenance on systems like HVAC, compressed air, and process cooling; and handling uptime and troubleshooting.
What skills or experience are needed for this role?
The role requires broad technical skills in rigging, leveling, anchoring, and commissioning CNC and robotic equipment, plus expertise in full-stack facilities systems including electrical, compressed air, vacuum, process cooling, HVAC, and utilities, along with troubleshooting and maintenance judgment.
What is the company culture like at Hadrian?
Hadrian has a fast-growing team united by a shared mission to reindustrialize American manufacturing, operating in a high-impact environment focused on scaling factories and supporting mission-critical programs in aerospace and defense.
What makes a strong candidate for the Maintenance Specialist position?
Strong candidates will have hands-on experience with CNC and robotic equipment installation, facilities systems maintenance across electrical, HVAC, and utilities, and the ability to work independently as a trusted contributor while iterating quickly in a scaling factory environment.
Hadrian
Automated factories for precision metal components
About Hadrian
Hadrian builds automated factories to produce precision metal components for the Space & Defense industry. These factories are designed to manufacture parts for rockets, satellites, jets, and drones much faster and cheaper than traditional machine shops. By automating the manufacturing process, Hadrian can deliver flight-grade machined parts in as little as 5 to 21 days, depending on the complexity of the part. The company uses advanced scheduling and capacity management systems to ensure timely delivery and provides customers with real-time visibility into their orders, including inspection results. Unlike its competitors, Hadrian focuses on creating a highly efficient production environment that significantly reduces costs and improves production speed. The goal is to enhance the manufacturing capabilities of their customers and support them in bringing new products to market more effectively.
Torrance, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$224.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, DefenseIndustries
51-200Employees
Benefits
Substantial equity grants
Healthcare, vision, dental, & life Insurance
Stipends for relocation, home office and/or flights to LA
Exposure to Tier 1 VCs & Angel Investors
If you leave to start your own company, we'll invest and help you fundraise
Risks
Increased competition from automated manufacturing startups threatens Hadrian's market share.
Reliance on venture capital funding poses financial risks for Hadrian's expansion plans.
Geopolitical tensions could lead to regulatory changes impacting Hadrian's operations.
Differentiation
Hadrian builds autonomous, software-defined precision component factories for aerospace and defense.
The company delivers flight-grade machined parts in 5-21 days, enhancing efficiency.
Real-time visibility and advanced scheduling set Hadrian apart in precision manufacturing.
Upsides
Increased demand for precision components in the eVTOL market boosts Hadrian's growth potential.
U.S. government investment in domestic manufacturing aligns with Hadrian's expansion plans.
Industry 4.0 technologies enhance Hadrian's automated factory systems, improving efficiency.
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