--- title: 'Maintenance and Engineering Supervisor: Automation, Mechatronics and Critical Building Systems at McMaster-Carr' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/maintenance-and-engineering-supervisor-automation-mechatronics-and-critical-78ecevf1221m' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-08' --- # Maintenance and Engineering Supervisor: Automation, Mechatronics and Critical Building Systems at McMaster-Carr - **Company:** McMaster-Carr - **Location:** Chicago, IL - **Posted:** 2026-11-03 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-08 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/mcmastercarr/jobs/4478130009 ## Job description ## Who We Are McMaster-Carr is an innovative e-commerce company helping customers build and repair anything because we offer everything. We've thrived for over 120 years thanks to a relentless focus on customer experience, adaptability, and world-class operations. Our national headquarters in the Chicagoland area is the largest and most operationally complex facility in our network - a modern distribution center, office, and data center campus where same-day shipping, speed and excellence aren't aspirations, they're the standard. Curious, exceptional people are always at the center of our evolution, turning new challenges and disruptive technologies into opportunities to learn new skills and get important work done that makes customers' lives better. ## What You’ll Do McMaster-Carr’s Chicagoland facility operates extensive conveyor systems, an automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS), an industrial vehicle fleet, and plans to expand the use of warehouse robotics. It's our proving ground for new technology- and the only facility in our network with this level of automation complexity today. At the same time, we maintain the critical infrastructure that keeps the entire site running – electrical distribution, HVAC, fire protection, building utilities, powered industrial vehicles and data center infrastructure. The scope here is broad by design - and for the right leader, that breadth is the opportunity. We're looking for a credible maintenance and engineering lead who's comfortable walking the floor and troubleshooting alongside technicians as well as planning staffing and project execution to achieve reliability and high-quality work. In this role, you'll: - Lead day-to-day maintenance operations, including developing and training a team of maintenance experts responsible for the reliability of automated systems and critical building infrastructure - Execute maintenance strategy and preventive/predictive maintenance programs - Facilitate efforts related to uptime and reliability across conveyor systems, automated storage and retrieval, robotics, backup power, fire protection, HVAC, and building utilities - Partner with maintenance experts, operations and engineering on facility upgrades and other projects ## Benefits Cash Compensation Total cash compensation generally ranges from $166,000 - $236,000 and includes profit sharing based on company performance. Growth & Learning - 100% tuition reimbursement - Informal and formal mentorship - Employee resource groups Health & Wellbeing - Medical, dental, pharmacy, and vision plans with no monthly premiums - Inclusive, all-gender benefits Family & Future - Paid parental leave for all new parents - Adoption and surrogacy assistance - First-time home buyer assistance - Industry-leading company-funded retirement accounts Time Off Paid vacation and personal time Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in mechatronics, mechanical or electrical engineering {or equivalent) - 5+ years of professional experience in maintenance and engineering leadership in fast-paced industrial environments, including critical building systems and automated systems - Experience leading and developing a team of maintenance technicians and/or engineers - Experience with root-cause analysis and demonstrated skills as a credible, technical leader - Strong communication, prioritization and organization skills applied through effective partnership with technical experts, operations and engineering - Commitment to personal, professional, and team growth Additional Information For more information on McMaster-Carr, please visit: https://www.mcmaster.com/careers ## Equal Opportunity Employer We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees a workplace with reasonable accommodations and free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. At McMaster-Carr, we do not make employment decisions based on age, ethnicity, citizenship status, military status, gender identity and expression, race, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected group. This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship by McMaster-Carr. Data We Collect We may collect professional, education and employment-related data, and any assessments made throughout the recruiting process, to evaluate candidacy for employment. To communicate with job applicants, we may collect applicant names, contact information, and other personal identifiers, including those outlined in the California customer records statute. Through voluntary disclosure, we may also collect protected classifications under federal or California law (e.g., race, gender, etc.). For additional details about the personal information we collect and its uses, please click [here](https://www.mcmaster.com/cpra_job_applicant_notification/). ## About McMaster-Carr ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: McMaster-Carr is a privately held e-commerce and catalog company that supplies over 600,000 industrial products to businesses for maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO). - **Entity Type**: Private (family-owned, bootstrapped) - **Headquarters**: Elmhurst, Illinois, USA - **Founded**: 1901 - **Founders**: Not publicly disclosed (family‑owned business) ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Industrial supplies & equipment distribution (MRO) - **Target customers**: B2B – engineers, maintenance teams, purchasing agents, and manufacturing/construction firms (small businesses to large enterprises) - **Mission / purpose**: To be the complete, one‑stop source for industrial supplies, delivering high‑quality products with fast, reliable service. (Paraphrased from the company’s stated focus on “handpick[ing] every product” and shipping 98% of orders from stock the same day.) ## Products & Services - **Industrial Supply Catalog**: Over 600,000 SKUs covering fasteners, raw materials, plumbing, electrical, safety equipment, precision tools, and more. Offered as a SaaS‑like web platform with CAD downloads, material certificates, and 3D models. - **Same‑Day / Next‑Day Delivery**: 98% of orders ship from stock at standard rates, with same‑day or next‑day delivery to many U.S. locations. - **In‑House Software & Technology**: Custom‑built e‑commerce engine, inventory management, distribution automation, and mobile applications developed by internal engineering teams. ## Market Standing - **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company) - **Key Metric**: Annual revenue is not publicly reported; industry estimates often place it in the $3–5 billion range, but the company does not confirm figures. - **Notable Investors**: None (family‑owned; no external funding raised) - **Growth Signals**: - Active hiring across six U.S. facilities (Chicago, Atlanta, Cleveland, Los Angeles, Princeton, Fort Worth) for roles in software engineering, distribution automation, customer solutions, and management. - Expanding its technology team with focus on automation, data centers, and mobile app development. - Recently posted openings for “Automation Engineering Manager” and “CMMS Engineer,” indicating investment in warehouse and process automation. ## Competitive Advantages - **Massive Catalog & Fast Fulfillment**: Unmatched breadth of inventory (600k+ products) combined with near‑universal in‑stock availability and same‑day shipping—a difficult combination for competitors to replicate. - **In‑House Technology**: All software (e‑commerce, distribution, logistics) is built and maintained internally, giving McMaster‑Carr tight integration and the ability to rapidly iterate. - **Strong Supplier Relationships & Quality Control**: Products are hand‑picked and verified; material certificates and traceability are standard. - **Engineering‑First Culture**: Technology teams are highly autonomous and work on challenging projects (warehouse robotics, high‑performance web apps, data center design). ## Strategic Focus - **Automation & Distribution Efficiency**: Investing heavily in automated material handling, robotics, and facility reliability to maintain speed and accuracy as order volumes grow. - **Technology Talent Development**: Growing the software engineering and IT teams to support custom development of internal tools, customer‑facing platforms, and infrastructure. - **Geographic Expansion**: Operations centers in five major U.S. regions (plus the Chicago HQ) to provide fast delivery nationwide; newer facilities in Fort Worth and Princeton signal continued geographic scaling. ## Why Work Here - **Culture & Values**: Emphasizes “capability, not skill”—hiring curious people who can grow across roles. Strong inclusion and diversity programs, prayer/meditation spaces, all‑gender restrooms, mentoring groups. - **Work Model**: Hybrid for many tech roles (typically 3 days on‑site per week); distribution and customer‑facing roles are generally on‑site. Remote flexibility varies by position. - **Compensation & Benefits**: - No‑monthly‑premium medical, dental, pharmacy, and vision plans for employees and dependents. - Generous profit sharing and company‑funded retirement accounts. - 100% tuition reimbursement, adoption/surrogacy assistance, paid parental leave. - First‑time home‑buyer assistance, financial counselors, and college assistance for dependents. - **Engineering Culture**: Engineers work on diverse projects (web, mobile, data centers, automation) with support for learning through reading groups, guilds, and technical leadership tracks. ## Sources 1. [mcmaster.com/careers](https://www.mcmaster.com/careers) 2. [mcmaster.com](https://www.mcmaster.com/) 3. [builtin.com/company/mcmaster-carr](https://builtin.com/company/mcmaster-carr) 4. 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