Engineering Executive - Electronic & Electrical

Perfetti Van Melle; Munster; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Perfetti Van Melle is seeking an Engineering Executive - Electronic & Electrical to oversee maintenance and reliability of production equipment in a manufacturing setting in Ireland. You will lead planned maintenance, troubleshoot breakdowns and drive continuous improvement to maximize uptime and asset life.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronics Engineering with 2–3 years in maintenance/engineering, strong problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration

Qualifications

• Analytical and problem-solving abilities are essential for diagnosing issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and document maintenance activities.
• Experience with maintenance documentation and an proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with MS Office and ability to maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient operation, maintenance and reliability of production equipment and electrical systems through planned maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns, identify root causes and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Execute preventive and predictive maintenance to improve equipment performance and asset life.
• Coordinate repairs, upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Monitor equipment performance, analyse maintenance data and support OEE improvement initiatives.
• Ensure safety compliance and maintain accurate maintenance records, spare parts inventory and technical documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

MS Office

Maintenance documentation

Education

Degree or Diploma in Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronics Engineering or a related engineering discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Engineering Executive - Electronic & Electrical

Date: Sep 11, 2026

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Ensure the efficient operation, maintenance and reliability of production equipment, machinery and electrical systems through planned maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns, identify root causes and implement corrective actions to minimize production downtime.
• Execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve equipment performance and extend asset life.
• Coordinate repairs, upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and equipment reliability.
• Monitor equipment performance, analyze maintenance data and support Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and maintain accurate maintenance records, spare parts inventory and technical documentation.

OUR PERFECT CANDIDATE

• Degree or Diploma in Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronics Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 2 - 3 years of experience in a maintenance or engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Sound knowledge of electrical systems, troubleshooting techniques and preventive maintenance practices.
• Basic knowledge of Pneumatic, Hydraulic and Electrical systems will be an added advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and maintenance documentation, with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.