Maintenance Engineer

n mechanical and electrical issues, defines preventative maintenance plans and strategies, leads equipment upgrades, and supports plant reliability efforts. The Maintenance Engineer works closely with Operations, Safety, and Engineering teams to minimize downtime and ensure a safe work environment.

Essential Job Functions:
(Responsibilities, duties, and standards of the position, including supervisory level and reporting relationship)

• Lead root cause analysis and troubleshooting of equipment malfunctions to restore functionality.

• Design, plan, and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for existing and future assets.

• Lead and support continuous improvement and reliability projects across the plant.

• Support the retention of detailed records of maintenance work, inspections, and safety checks.

• Collaborate with Operations and Engineering to purchase, install, test, and commission new equipment.

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company safety and regulatory standards.

• Provide training for Maintenance Technicians and contractors as needed.

• Support spare parts inventory management and equipment documentation.

• Analyze maintenance data to identify trends, failures, and areas for improvement.

• Participate in and lead capital projects, including scope development and vendor coordination.

Qualifications and Skills:
(In terms of experience, education & training)

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering preferred. Relevant substantial experience may substitute for formal education.

Experience:

• 10+ years in a maintenance or engineering role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Strong background in mechanical systems, PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, HVAC, building infrastructure, environmental aspects, and electrical troubleshooting.

Skills:

• Ability to read technical drawings and equipment manuals.

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

• Proficiency with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).

• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and best practices in maintenance.

• Must be an Out-of-Box Thinker.

Occasional Duties:

• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Safety/Environmental/Physical Demands:

• Frequent exposure to manufacturing environments (noise, heat, machinery).
• Will require evening or weekend hours during equipment breakdowns or project deadlines.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work in confined spaces.