Maintenance Engineer, Oak Laminate

HNI Corporation is a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where we make a positive impact on others; upholding our beliefs in integrity, inclusion and belonging.Your Impact Starts the Day You Do! We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Maintenance Engineer who brings a strong foundation in operational execution, systems utilization, and continuous improvement. This individual demonstrates a natural curiosity for how processes and systems work, along with a drive to make them more efficient and reliable. What We Need Highly motivated, detail-oriented early-career professionals with a strong foundation in operational execution, systems utilization, and continuous improvementDemonstrated curiosity for how processes and systems function, with a proactive drive to improve efficiency and reliabilityProven ability to quickly learn new tools and adapt within fast-paced, evolving environmentsFoundational experience in planning, coordination, and workflow management within maintenance and operational settingsStrong problem-solving mindset with the ability to contribute to process optimization and performance improvement initiativesWhat You Will Do Support the execution and continuous improvement of preventative maintenance (PM) strategies to enhance equipment reliability and operational performanceUtilize systems (CMMS, PowerBI, Excel) to track, schedule, and optimize maintenance and operational activities with a high degree of accuracyAssist in root cause analysis by identifying trends, investigating disruptions, and contributing to corrective actions that drive long-term solutionsCoordinate with cross-functional teams to manage priorities, resolve scheduling conflicts, and maintain continuity across operationsContribute to initiatives that improve Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost (SQDC) through data tracking, analysis, and process optimizationBuild foundational knowledge of facility systems and infrastructure over time, supporting broader reliability and maintenance effortsWhat You Have Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or reliability engineering, OR industrial technology with a history of reliability and/or controls Hands-on experience utilizing systems such as CMMS and Excel to manage scheduling, tracking, and data analysisDemonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in fast-paced, operational environmentsExposure to inventory management, invoices, purchase orders, or similar documentation processes requiring strong attention to detailProven track record of maintaining accuracy, following structured processes, and supporting day-to-day operational executionEagerness to learn and develop technical expertise in areas such as CMMS, preventative maintenance, and facility systemsWhat You’re Good At Problem Solving & Root Cause Thinking – able to break down issues, identify patterns, and support effective solutionsOrganization & Planning – effectively manages multiple priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail and follow-throughData Tracking & Process Improvement – leverages systems and data to identify opportunities and drive better outcomesCommunication & Cross-Functional Coordination – collaborates effectively across teams and communicates updates clearlyAdaptability & Results Orientation – thrives in dynamic environments and remains focused on delivering meaningful, measurable results