Assistant Manager - Electrical Maintenance

MAHLE; Pithampur; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

MAHLE Engine Component (IN) in Pithampur invites applications for Assistant Manager - Electrical Maintenance. Lead electrical maintenance across CNC grinding, turning, VMC/HMC, and SPM machines to maximize uptime and reliability.

The role develops strategies, conducts predictive maintenance, troubleshoots PLC/HMI/drive systems, coordinates with OEMs, and guides a maintenance team. Requires BE/B.Tech in Electrical & Electronics or Diploma, 8–12 years’ experience in CNC machining maintenance, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor or diploma in electrical engineering with 8–12 years in CNC electrical maintenance.
• Experience with automotive components and heavy engineering environments.
• Knowledge of grinding, turning, induction hardening, and crack detection processes.
• Familiarity with IATF 16949, TPM, Kaizen, RCA, and reliability engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance of CNC machining electrical systems.
• Ensure machine availability, reliability, and uptime with robust maintenance plans.
• Develop maintenance strategies to reduce downtime and optimize performance.
• Troubleshoot electrical, electronic, and control system faults in CNC equipment.
• Coordinate with OEMs and suppliers for issue resolution and spares planning.
• Manage spare inventory and SAP records, and maintain machine history cards.
• Supervise maintenance teams and contractor activities; ensure electrical safety standards.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Plc/hmi drives

Team leadership

English communication

Education

BE/B.Tech in Electrical & Electronics

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens CNC systems

FANUC CNC systems

Mitsubishi CNC systems

Marposs systems

SAP

MS Office

Job description

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Assistant Manager - Electrical Maintenance

Together, we move the world—we’ve been doing it for over 100 years. At MAHLE, as a leading international development partner and systems supplier to the automotive industry, we pursue the objective of making mobility more efficient, more environmentally friendly, more convenient, and more economical. As part of our dual strategy, we are working both on the intelligent combustion engine for the use of hydrogen and other nonfossil fuels and on technologies for fuel cells and e-mobility.
MAHLE generated sales of €11.3 billion in 2025. Employing just under 65,000 people at 127 production locations and 11 technology centers, the company is represented in 28 countries. (as at: 12/31/2025). Join our MAHLE team! #weshapefuturemobility

Your Contribution

• Electrical Maintenance Management
• Lead preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance activities for all machining shop electrical systems.
• Ensure maximum machine availability, reliability, and uptime.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards and statutory requirements .
• CNC Machine Electrical Maintenance:
• Maintenance and troubleshooting of: CNC Grinding Machines, CNC Turning Centers, VMC & HMC Machines, Special Purpose Machines (SPM), etc.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical, electronic, and control system faults.
• Monitor machine health and implement predictive maintenance practices.
• CNC Control System Support
• Hands‑on troubleshooting and maintenance of: Siemens CNC Systems, FANUC CNC Systems, Mitsubishi CNC Systems, etc.
• Servo & Drive System Maintenance
• Maintenance of: Servo Motors, Servo Drives, VFD Drives, Spindle Drives, AC/DC Motors, etc.
• Conduct root cause analysis for drive and motion control failures.
• Improve machine reliability through condition monitoring.
• PLC, HMI & Automation Systems
• Support and maintain: PLC Systems, HMI Systems, SCADA Systems, etc.
• Sensors and Instrumentation
• Read and troubleshoot PLC ladder logic.
• Coordinate with OEMs and automation suppliers for problem resolution.
• Maintain and troubleshoot: Induction Hardening Machines like EFD machines, Crack Detection Machines, etc.
• Troubleshooting and maintenance of: Industrial Robots, Gantry Systems, Conveyors, Material Handling Equipment, etc.
• Support automation initiatives and productivity improvements.
• Spare Parts & Maintenance Planning
• Manage critical electrical spare inventory.
• Maintain machine history cards and SAP records.
• Plan preventive maintenance schedules.
• Analyze breakdown trends and implement corrective actions.
• Identify machine and process‑related electrical risks.
• Maintain risk logs and follow up with teams on mitigation actions.
• Escalate critical issues to the Maintenance Manager.
• Coordinate with internal departments and suppliers for timely resolution of issues.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to achieve business objectives.

Your Experience and Qualification

• B.E./B.Tech in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, or Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 8-12 years of experience in Electrical Maintenance of CNC Machining Operations, Automotive Components, Heavy Engineering, or Manufacturing Industries.
• Experience in automotive component manufacturing such as Camshafts, Crankshafts, and Precision Machined Components.
• Sound knowledge of Grinding, Turning, Milling, Induction Hardening, and Crack Detection Processes.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, TPM, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, and Reliability Engineering.
• Experience in managing maintenance teams and contractor activities.

Additional certifications in Industrial Automation, PLC Programming, Electrical Safety, TPM, or Reliability Engineering will be preferred

Hands‑on experience with Siemens, FANUC, Mitsubishi, and Marposs systems. Strong troubleshooting capability in CNC machine electrical systems. Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, Servo Drives, VFDs, Industrial Networks, and Sensors. Ability to read electrical drawings, control circuits, ladder logic, etc.

Experience with: Junker Grinding Machines, TOYODA Grinding Machines, Landis Grinding Machines, MAZAK Machines, Makino HMC/VMC Machines, EFD Hardening Equipment, Crack Detection Systems, etc.

Strong computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Advanced Excel, Data Management, PowerPoint Presentations, and SAP.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate and convey information to stakeholders, cross‑functional teams, and management. Fluent in spoken and written English.

Strong organizational, planning, and time management abilities, capable of prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and managing multiple processes simultaneously.

Proven ability to handle multiple responsibilities and competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.

Highly motivated and passionate about continuous learning, with a keen interest in adopting new technologies, concepts, and process improvements.

Demonstrated capability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment to achieve organizational goals.

We will provide a collaborative environment working on exciting assignments, along with ongoing personal & career development opportunities.

After receiving your online application, the interview process will typically be, once your profile gets shortlisted.

#DiversityMatters with our inclusive culture, we welcome applications from all social, religious & ethnical backgrounds, disabilities both mental and physical, identities (gender) and neurodivergent people.

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Facts about the job

Entry level: Experienced hires

Part- / Full-time: Full Time

Functional area: Production

Department: BU1 Powertrain and Charging

Location: Pithampur, IN

Company: MAHLE Engine Comp. (IN)

Closing date for applications

Your future at MAHLE

As a team player and someone who thinks ahead, you can deploy all your skills with us. In cooperation with colleagues from different countries and areas, you contribute in designing the mobility of the future. When selecting MAHLE, you choose trend-setting technologies and strategies. Are you interested in working with us and developing efficient and environmentally-friendly solutions, optimising existing products, and turning innovative ideas into reality? Then MAHLE is the right address for you.