Facilities and Equipment Engineering Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive Preventative Maintenance (PM) program.
• Transition the facility from a reactive setup to a data-driven reliability model using a CMMS.
• Oversee the mechanical and electrical health of all plant equipment, specifically overhead bridge cranes, forklifts, and specialized industrial fabrication machinery.
• Act as the primary technical authority for plant electrical systems. Guide maintenance technicians through complex troubleshooting of high-voltage distribution, control panels, and PLC-driven equipment.
• Lead and mentor a team of maintenance technicians. Set performance standards, conduct safety training, and manage shift scheduling to ensure 24/7 facility readiness.
• Manage third-party contractors for specialized repairs, annual crane certifications, and facility upgrades. Utilize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) logic for spare parts procurement and equipment upgrades.
• Ensure all operations meet OSHA, NFPA 70E (Electrical Safety), and environmental standards. Own the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program and machine guarding protocols.
• Manage the maintenance budget, focusing on inventory health for critical spares to ensure "zero-downtime" production.

Required Experience & Education

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or a related technical field with equivalent industrial experience is acceptable; a Master's Degree is a strong plus.
• Professional Tenure: 6–8+ years of hands-on maintenance experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment. Experience as a Lead Tech, Foreman, or Supervisor is required.
• Technical Mastery: Deep knowledge of industrial electrical & mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical drives. Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Equipment Specifics: Proven experience maintaining automated fabrication equipment & powder coat paint lines is a must.
• Software Fluency: Proficiency in utilizing CMMS (e.g., SAP PM, Oracle, or specialized platforms like UpKeep/Fiix) to track work orders and asset history.
• Certifications (A Plus): Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) or mechanical /electrical journeyman/master license is a significant advantage.