Machine Tool Repair Specialist

Are you ready to break through traditional boundaries and drive operational excellence at the highest level? As an Onsite Machine Repair Specialist at Norfolk Naval Shipyard, you will serve as the frontline engine of manufacturing reliability, taking complete ownership of mission-critical equipment to eliminate unplanned downtime. In this role, you will redefine what superior service looks like by performing rigorous preventative maintenance, condition assessments, and dynamic diagnostics on complex industrial machine tools. By challenging the status quo and targeting the root causes of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC issues, you will transform equipment performance into a benchmark of total operational readiness.

This position demands a true technical champion who thrives at the intersection of hands-on expertise and continuous learning. You will interpret complex schematics, execute precise calibrations, and harness advanced PLC diagnostics to resolve intricate equipment challenges safely and efficiently. Beyond immediate technical repairs, your breakthrough mindset will elevate the entire facility: you will deliver high-impact technical guidance and training to customer maintenance teams, turning everyday maintenance into long-term strategic advantage. Every inspection, repair, and control adjustment you execute will set a new standard for precision, safety, and asset longevity.

As a trusted representative of Phillips Corporation, you will bridge technical mastery with exceptional partnership, ensuring seamless coordination between customer teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders. You will maintain meticulous discipline in your digital reporting—leveraging our CRM and business platforms to deliver transparent, data-driven insights that inform smart operational decisions. If you are driven to exceed customer expectations, master emerging automation technologies, and make a lasting impact supporting vital national infrastructure, we invite you to lead the way and build the future of manufacturing excellence with us.

Phillips offers a world-beating collaborative culture and competitive pay and benefits. In our 65 year history, Phillips has grown from a handful of employees to over 900 supplying and supporting manufacturing technology in the United States and around the world. Compensation at Phillips is based on the market and your individual level of contribution. The expected pay range for a qualified person in this role is between $80,000.00 and $120,000.00 annually plus bonus opportunities. If you have a different suggestion, please mention it in your application.

Phillips Corporation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Phillips Corporation is an E-Verify participant. 

5 or more years of experience installing, maintaining, diagnosing and repairing manual machine tools, fabrication equipment and CNC machinery from a variety of manufacturers

Electronical and electronic skills, including troubleshooting, lockout/tagout and PLC knowledge

Exceptional mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic skills

Microsoft office skills, including Outlook, Excel and Word

CRM experience

Military or government experience is a plus

Due to site and customer requirements, only US citizens will be considered for this role

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development Opportunities