Sr Maintenance Engineer

Align Technology; Michoacán; Presencial; MXN 1.000.000 - 1.400.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Align Technology in Juarez, Mexico, is seeking a senior maintenance leader to coordinate and optimize preventive and corrective maintenance of company equipment. You will analyze downtime metrics, guide data-driven decisions, and lead continuous improvement projects across the maintenance domain.

The role requires an engineering degree with 8+ years in maintenance/automation and advanced English. You will interact with design and manufacturing teams to ensure availability and performance of

Formación

• Engineering degree required or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• 8+ years in maintenance and/or automation.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Experience with PLCs, electronics, pneumatics, and control systems.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate and supervise technical personnel and maintenance activities.
• Develop and analyze downtime metrics (OA, MTBF, MTTR) to reduce downtime.
• Lead continuous improvement projects (5 Whys, 8D, DMAIC, Kaizen).
• Define maintenance methods with design team and justify improvements.
• Train engineers and technicians on best practices for equipment operation.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Problem solving

English proficiency

Data analysis

Educación

Engineering degree (Maintenance/Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics)

Herramientas

PLCs

Electronics

Pneumatics

3D printers

Vision systems

RFID

CNC

Descripción del empleo

Description

Responsible for coordinating and controlling the technical personnel under his/her supervision, as well as overseeing the efficiency of preventive and corrective maintenance activities for company equipment. Generates and analyzes trend charts of key departmental metrics to adjust the team's work plan, aiming to reduce downtime caused by improper equipment performance. Additionally, develops continuous improvement projects based on and measured against the Top Five operational availability issues within the area of responsibility.

Department: Research & Development

Location: MEX-Juarez-Plant #2 P

Description

Responsible for coordinating and controlling the technical personnel under his/her supervision, as well as overseeing the efficiency of preventive and corrective maintenance activities for company equipment. Generates and analyzes trend charts of key departmental metrics to adjust the team's work plan, aiming to reduce downtime caused by improper equipment performance. Additionally, develops continuous improvement projects based on and measured against the Top Five operational availability issues within the area of responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced maintenance procedures on state-of-the-art 3D printers, including precise mechanical and optical adjustments using measurement equipment such as micrometers, ultrasonic gauges, and power meters.
• Define and optimize (in collaboration with the design team) the correct maintenance methods for equipment.
• Interpret data resulting from mechanical, optical, and power calibrations using valid statistical tools and graphical analysis.
• Make data-driven decisions and **escalate failures** and unexpected behavior in 3D printers to the design/manufacturing teams.
• Ensure compliance with and analyze improvements to the Preventive Maintenance Program.
• Capture and analyze downtime data within the designated tracking systems.
• Meet goals established by Management and communicate them to the team.
• Interact with Maintenance Technicians and provide direction toward achieving objectives.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure targets are met.
• Analyze trend charts of key metrics such as OA, MTBF, and MTTR, and implement control activities to improve these indicators.
• Analyze the Top Five equipment failures and provide corrective actions.
• Based on trends and failure history, develop continuous improvement projects using methodologies such as Problem Solving Formats, PSP, 5 Whys, 8D, DMAIC, and Kaizen projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ensure optimal application and use of manufacturing processes, techniques, and tools in terms of quality and productivity.
• Research, define, develop, and implement advanced manufacturing processes, methods, and technologies.
• Implement and promote continuous improvement methodologies and techniques.
• Responsible for equipment availability metrics and root cause investigation for issues related to unexpected equipment behavior (nonconforming product).
• Ensure that equipment taken out of operation is corrected and returned to productive status using objective verification methods such as dimensional and destructive testing.
• Actively participate in the design process of 3D printing engineering application projects from a maintenance perspective.
• Train and advise engineers, supervisors, technicians, team leaders, and line personnel on best practices for equipment operation and sustainment.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Engineering degree in Maintenance, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or a related field, and/or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Training in World-Class Manufacturing.
• More than 8 years of experience in maintenance and/or automation.
• Experience with PLCs, electronics, pneumatics, and electrical/mechanical control.
• Extensive knowledge/experience with automation equipment such as 3D printers, vision systems, robotics, RFID, and CNC.
• Knowledge of the following technologies is highly desirable: 3D printing, laser marking, laser cutting, 5-axis CNC machines, infrared heating systems, and ultraviolet curing systems.
• Strong knowledge/experience with measurement instruments.

Specific Language Requirements

Advanced English

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Equal Opportunity Statement

Align Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all our practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected category. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are applying, and employment eligibility will be verified as a condition of hire.