Plant Maintenance Engineer

JR Germany; Mainz; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to enhance technical operations at their Wiesbaden facility. This role involves managing maintenance tasks, guiding technicians, and implementing engineering changes to improve equipment reliability. You will participate in safety assessments, support documentation workflows, and ensure compliance with quality management systems. The company values a strong safety culture and offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional development and work-life balance through flexible hours and home office options. Join a team committed to excellence and innovation in the medical sterilization sector.

Leistungen

Flexible Working Hours

Home Office Options

Company Pension Scheme

Health Management

In-House Fitness Studio

Internal Training Programs

Capital-Forming Benefits

JobRad

Corporate Benefits

Qualifikationen

• Degree in engineering or completed technical apprenticeship with experience.
• Minimum 3 years in maintenance or engineering within manufacturing.

Aufgaben

• Support preventive and corrective maintenance activities as per EAM plan.
• Guide maintenance technicians and assist with troubleshooting.
• Evaluate technical modifications and support corporate engineering team.

Kenntnisse

MS Office

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Leadership Experience

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Ausbildung

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Technical Apprenticeship

Tools

Electronic Maintenance Systems

Jobbeschreibung

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Sterigenics Germany GmbH is part of the Sotera Health Group, the global market leader in the contract sterilization of medical products. The group employs approximately 2,700 people across 43 facilities in 13 countries. Our site in Wiesbaden operates under the German Federal Immission Control Act (BImSchG) and currently employs around 110 staff members.

As a Maintenance Engineer at our Wiesbaden facility, you will play a key role in the technical operations of the site. Reporting directly to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for supporting both engineering and quality-related topics. This includes managing maintenance tasks and spare parts in our electronic maintenance tracking system, as well as monitoring routine cycle parameters to ensure smooth and compliant operations. In your day-to-day responsibilities, you will guide maintenance technicians, assist with troubleshooting, and initiate corrective actions in the event of process deviations. Furthermore, the role supports the implementation of technical improvements and engineering changes to enhance equipment reliability and process performance.

Maintenance Operations:

• Support the execution of preventive and corrective maintenance activities according to the EAM plan.
• Ensure continuity of maintenance operations during the absence of the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Ensure maintenance work is carried out in compliance with quality management system requirements.
• Provide guidance and technical support to maintenance technicians in their daily tasks.
• Manage and maintain standard equipment and spare parts data within the EAM system and support the identification and availability of critical components.
• Assist in planning and coordination of external inspections (e.g. TÜV) and ensure technical readiness.
• Participate in Tier 1 and Tier 2 meetings, ensure relevant maintenance data is prepared and entered in advance, and represent the maintenance department in Tier 3 meetings in the absence of the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Monitor the execution of internal calibrations and organize external calibrations in accordance with all applicable requirements. Maintain proper documentation of calibration data and ensure accurate entry into the EAM system. Support maintenance technicians during calibration activities as needed.

Engineering Projects & Technical Changes:

• Evaluate technical modifications and equipment upgrades to ensure that critical process parameters are maintained or improved. This includes adherence to change control procedures, such as the Engineering Change Request (ECR) process.
• Support and consult with the corporate engineering team during the planning and implementation of changes.
• Track the status of ongoing technical projects and support the preparation of the monthly alignment call between the facility and the corporate engineering team. Present updates and project status during these meetings.
• Participate in project-related activities such as design reviews, technical training, and change control processes.
• Prepare and provide documentation (e.g. IQ/OQ protocols, test plans) required for equipment commissioning and validation.

Safety & Equipment Selection:

• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring full compliance with applicable safety policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Evaluate planned maintenance and technical work regarding safety risks and consult the responsible EHS representative when needed.
• Prepare and issue work permits such as Pre-Task Safety Plans, hot work permits, and line break authorizations as required.
• Support the selection and implementation of equipment with a focus on operational safety and ergonomics.
• Evaluate and supervise external contractors performing technical work; ensure proper training is provided to meet internal safety and performance standards.

Administrative & Support Tasks:

• Assist with the preparation of Expenditure Authorization (EA&PEP) requests and related documentation.
• Support documentation and data entry related to maintenance activities, work orders, and spare parts in the EAM system.
• Participate in audits or inspections by providing technical and maintenance-related input.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal maintenance procedures and documentation workflows.
• Provide technical input for investigations, CAPA activities, or validation support in coordination with the QA team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Willingness to travel EMEAA on rare occasions

Knowledge/Education and Training:

• Degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering, or completed technical apprenticeship (e.g. Mechatronics Technician, Industrial Mechanic) combined with several years of experience in an industrial environment.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in maintenance or engineering within a manufacturing or technical operations setting.

Skills:

• Practical experience with electronic maintenance systems and structured maintenance processes.
• Confident use of MS Office and solid understanding of technical documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration across departments.
• Fluency in German and English.
• Has some level of leadership experience
  
• Interesting and challenging range of tasks
• Cross-functional cooperation at national and international level
• Work-life balance thanks to flexible working hours with flexitime account and home office
• Internal training and offers for professional and personal development
• Company pension scheme, capital-forming benefits, JobRad, corporate benefits, health management, in-house fitness studio and much more