ASSISTANT ENGINEER - MAINTENANCE

Saint-Gobain Group in India; Nagpur District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint-Gobain Group in India seeks an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to oversee installation, commissioning and lifecycle support of electromechanical and PLC-controlled equipment in a high‑tech manufacturing environment. The role requires hands-on troubleshooting of Siemens and GE Fanuc PLCs, SCADA and CNC systems, plus implementing 5S and World Class Manufacturing practices to improve uptime and safety.

On-site, multi-shift role with emphasis on preventive maintenance, data-driven KPIs, and

Qualifications

• 4–8 years hands-on electrical maintenance experience in manufacturing/medical-device settings.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing complex electromechanical systems, including PLCs (Siemens, GE Fanuc) and SCADA.
• Strong knowledge of 5S, WCM, and preventive maintenance methodologies.
• Experience with CNC machine programming, configuration, and upkeep.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and execute preventive and corrective maintenance tasks with KPI adherence.
• Lead shift teams, allocate resources, and motivate associates to meet uptime targets.
• Diagnose and resolve PLC faults (Siemens, GE Fanuc), SCADA, CNC and related control systems; perform root-cause analysis.
• Perform upgrades, configuration changes, and patch deployments for machine control software and firmware.
• Conduct 5S and World Class Manufacturing (WCM) activities to improve workplace organization and safety.
• Manage obsolescence; procure and install replacement machine elements; coordinate with OEM/distributor support.
• Track and report maintenance KPIs such as asset utilization, maintenance cost, PM compliance, MTTR.
• Provide on-site technical support to clinical staff; deliver training and documentation for equipment operation and maintenance.
• Escalate critical issues per governance and risk procedures; coordinate disaster-recovery actions when required.
• Ensure all maintenance personnel are adequately trained, equipped, and follow safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Analytical thinking

Documentation

Root-cause analysis

Communication

Education

Diploma or BE in electrical/electronics

PLC programming certification

Tools

Siemens S7 PLC

GE-FANUC PLC

SCADA systems

CNC programming

Job description

Role Overview

• The Electrical Maintenance Engineer is accountable for installation, commissioning, and life‑cycle support of electromechanical and PLC‑controlled equipment in a high‑tech manufacturing environment.
• Must be well aware of the work routine carried out in a manufacturing plant and the maintenance practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and execute preventive and corrective maintenance tasks, ensuring compliance with PM and schedule adherence KPIs.
• Lead shift teams, allocate resources, and motivate associates to meet uptime targets.
• Diagnose and resolve PLC faults (Siemens, GE Fanuc), SCADA, CNC and related control systems using troubleshooting, root‑cause (“why‑why”) analysis and scripting tools.
• Perform upgrades, configuration changes, and patch deployments for machine control software and firmware.
• Conduct 5S and World Class Manufacturing (WCM) activities to improve workplace organization and safety.
• Manage obsolescence, procure and install replacement machine elements, and coordinate with OEM/distributor support.
• Track and report maintenance KPIs such as asset utilization, maintenance cost, PM compliance, and mean‑time‑to‑repair (MTTR).
• Provide on‑site technical support to clinical staff, delivering training and documentation for equipment operation and maintenance.
• Escalate critical issues according to governance and risk procedures, and coordinate disaster‑recovery actions when required.
• Ensure all maintenance personnel are adequately trained, equipped, and follow safety standards.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4‑8years of hands‑on electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing or medical‑device setting.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair complex electromechanical systems, including PLCs (Siemens, GE Fanuc) and SCADA.
• Strong knowledge of 5S, WCM, and preventive maintenance methodologies.
• Experience with CNC machine programming, configuration, and upkeep.
• Excellent analytical, root‑cause analysis, and documentation skills; ability to produce clear issue reports and resolution logs.
• Ability to manage shift schedules, lead small teams, and communicate effectively with cross‑functional stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Diploma or BE in electrical/electronics
• Certification in PLC programming or industrial automation (Siemens S7, GE-FANUC).

Working Conditions

• On‑site role covering multiple shifts; occasional travel to other plant locations
• Must adhere to safety and regulatory standards while handling high‑voltage equipment.