IRC96279
The Maintenance Engineer is responsible for ensuring the optimal
operational efficiency and reliability of all plant equipment,
machinery, and facilities. This role involves developing and
executing preventive maintenance programs, managing complex
equipment repairs, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical
issues, and leading continuous improvement projects to enhance
safety, quality, and productivity. The engineer acts as a technical
expert, minimizing downtime and extending asset life through
effective maintenance strategies.
General Responsibilities
Maintenance Strategy & Execution
Develop, implement, and manage Preventive Maintenance (PM) and
Predictive Maintenance (PdM) schedules and procedures to maximize
equipment uptime and minimize reactive maintenance.
Lead the investigation and resolution of complex mechanical,
electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults on production machinery
and utility systems.
Utilize and manage the Computerized Maintenance Management System
(CMMS) for work order tracking, asset history, and spare parts
inventory control.
Oversee and coordinate maintenance technician activities, ensuring
all repairs and service work are completed safely and to high
quality standards.
Reliability & Continuous Improvement
Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for significant equipment
failures and chronic issues, implementing permanent corrective
actions.
Identify opportunities for equipment upgrades, modifications, and
process improvements to enhance reliability, efficiency, and reduce
operational costs.
Manage capital projects related to equipment replacement, facility
expansion, and technology upgrades.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Mean Time Between
Failures (MTBF) and Mean Time To Repair (MTTR) and develop
strategies to improve them.
Safety & Compliance
Ensure all maintenance activities comply with local, state, and
federal safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, environmental).
Develop and enforce Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and other
critical safety protocols.
Conduct safety audits and risk assessments on new and existing
equipment.
Inventory & Documentation
Specify and manage critical spare parts inventory to ensure
availability while optimizing inventory holding costs.
Maintain accurate and detailed maintenance records, equipment
schematics, and technical documentation.
Technical Skill Development & Training
Assess Skill Gaps: Conduct regular technical competency assessments
of maintenance technicians to identify individual and team skill
gaps (e.g., PLC programming, complex equipment troubleshooting,
precision alignment).
Develop Training Content: Create and deliver high-quality technical
training materials, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs),
job aids, and hands-on modules, to address identified gaps.
Mentor Technicians: Act as a technical mentor and coach to
maintenance personnel, fostering a culture of continuous learning
and technical excellence.
Manage External Training: Coordinate with equipment vendors and
external training providers to schedule specialized training
sessions for new technologies or complex machinery.
Procedure Development & Documentation
Standardize Work: Develop, author, and maintain clear, concise, and
safe Maintenance Procedures, Standard Work, and LOTO
(Lockout/Tagout) documentation for all critical assets.
Audit Procedures: Periodically review and audit existing PM/PdM
procedures for accuracy, effectiveness, and compliance with safety
standards, updating them based on failure data and best
practices.
Technical Library Management: Ensure all equipment manuals,
electrical schematics, and hydraulic drawings are properly archived
and accessible to the maintenance team via the CMMS or a central
repository.
Experience / Qualifications
A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent
relevant work experience.
Problem-Solving: Exceptional analytical and troubleshooting skills
under pressure.
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to
interact with technicians, management, and vendors.
Instructional Skills: Demonstrated ability to develop and present
technical training content to an adult audience with varying levels
of experience.Documentation Proficiency: Proven ability to create
professional, unambiguous technical documents, procedures, and
reports.
Familiarity with Training Models: Experience with structured
On-the-Job Training (OJT) programs, apprenticeship models, or
technical skill matrices is highly beneficial.
