Maintenance Engineer

About the role

The Engineer for Maintenance Team will be responsible for troubleshooting and programming robot application, conveyor system, equipment and process/equipment monitoring systems. The role involves working 70% on the production floor and 30% in the office, with extensive walking and standing, occasional bending and stooping. After completing a temporary period on 1st shift, the position will shift to 2nd shift.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) processes.
• Create and manage maintenance activities in the SAP system.
• Design and implement maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime.
• Perform regular inspections, lubrication, calibration, and adjustments on machinery and equipment.
• Identify potential issues and conduct proactive maintenance to avoid breakdowns.
• Analyze machine downtime logs on a daily basis and develop plans to reduce downtime (MTTR).
• Create and implement plans to improve Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF).
• Diagnose and repair faults in machinery, electrical systems, and mechanical components.
• Conduct a thorough analysis of machine failures and prepare detailed failure reports.
• Provide both temporary and permanent solutions to the technician team for machine failures.
• Respond swiftly to machine failures to minimize production downtime.
• Perform corrective and emergency repairs to restore equipment to full functionality.
• Oversee maintenance and repairs across three types of production lines.
• Identify areas for improvement in production efficiency and equipment performance.
• Implement modifications to enhance machine reliability, improve performance, and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to optimize processes.
• Work closely with the production, engineering, and quality control teams to ensure smooth operation.
• Provide technical support and training to operators on proper machine handling and maintenance procedures.
• Manage GR (Goods Receipt) and GI (Goods Issue) in the SAP system.
• Create emergency contact procedures for each machine failure.
• Establish an emergency contact centre (internal reporting & internal and external technical support).
• Assist in managing budgets for maintenance activities and spare parts inventory.
• Identify cost-effective solutions for repairs, maintenance, and equipment upgrades.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
• 3+ years of experience with manufacturing maintenance
• Hands‑on experience with troubleshooting

Preferred:

• Automotive manufacturing experience
• Automated serial production line experience
• Yaskawa robot experience
• Experience with SAP and MES
• Experience with PLC, especially Siemens

Skills

• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Strong understanding of machinery, electrical systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and automation processes
• Previous experience in maintenance engineering or a technical role within the manufacturing industry
• Ability to prioritize and organize tasks to achieve timely results
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite

Schedule

After completing a temporary period on 1st shift, this position will shift to 2nd shift.