Equipment & Maintenance Engineer II

Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV (HCME); Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office budget

Flexible working hours

Pension scheme

Work from home option

International learning program

Career opportunities

Job summary

Hitachi Construction Machinery Europe (HCME) in Amsterdam is seeking a Maintenance and Equipment Engineer to keep factory equipment in top condition, plan preventive maintenance, and resolve technical issues with internal teams and suppliers.

You will monitor performance, lead reliability improvements, manage external service providers, and drive investments in new equipment while ensuring safety, quality and operational targets are met.

Qualifications

• MBO level 4 in a relevant technical discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in a similar role.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Experience with Ultimo or similar maintenance software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage equipment reliability and maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Support and develop maintenance processes.
• Manage external suppliers and service providers.
• Lead equipment investment and replacement initiatives.
• Ensure achievement of operational performance targets.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Root cause analysis

Continuous improvement

OEE monitoring

Education

MBO level 4 in engineering

Tools

SAP

Ultimo

Job description

At Hitachi Construction Machinery Europe (HCME), we design and manufacture one of the world's most extensive ranges of hydraulic excavators – from compact one-tonne units to colossal 780-tonne mining machines. Our portfolio also includes wheel loaders, rigid dump trucks, and highly specialized equipment for unique applications.

But at HCME, we believe we build more than machines.

We build the future of construction.

As part of the global Hitachi family, we are driven by innovation, environmental responsibility, and a deep commitment to customer trust and satisfaction. Our Amsterdam headquarters is home to a diverse, forward-thinking team developing next-generation technologies and support services that empower customers across Europe and beyond.

Our Values

• Honesty & Sincerity – The foundation of every interaction.
• Environmental Respect – Protecting the world we help shape.
• Social Responsibility – Valuing people, culture, and community.
• Reliable Leadership – Agreed is agreed. We stand behind our commitments.

Your Mission

As a Maintenance and Equipment Engineer, you will be responsible for keeping the Equipment within the factory in an optimal condition, such that the negative impact from malfunctions on the production process remains manageable. You will prevent it through planning and coordinating regular maintenance (internal and external) and by resolving technical problems that arise (both through own expertise and through the expertise of a competent supplier). The Equipment Maintenance Engineer is responsible for the definition and implementation of new Equipment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage equipment reliability and maintenance activities by monitoring equipment performance, analysing maintenance data, identifying failures, coordinating corrective maintenance, and continuously improving preventive maintenance plans to maximise equipment availability and performance.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and drive continuous improvement through fault diagnosis, root cause analysis, OEE monitoring, and the implementation of solutions that improve reliability, production capacity, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Support and develop maintenance processes by maintaining accurate maintenance records, improving first-line maintenance procedures and instructions, and ensuring Production teams have the tools and knowledge required to perform daily maintenance activities.
• Manage external suppliers and service providers by coordinating repairs, supervising maintenance activities on site, negotiating maintenance contracts and service agreements, monitoring supplier performance, and ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in line with agreed quality standards.
• Lead equipment investment and replacement initiatives by researching market developments, evaluating new technologies, preparing business cases and investment proposals, coordinating the installation of new equipment, and ensuring successful implementation in accordance with safety, quality, and operational requirements.
• Ensure achievement of operational performance targets by maintaining equipment availability in line with service level agreements, reducing downtime, supporting continuous improvement projects, and delivering sustainable solutions that contribute to factory performance and long-term business objectives.

What You Bring

• MBO level 4 in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in a similar role
• SAP experience preferred
• Experience using Ultimo or comparable maintenance management software is preferred

What We Offer

• Compensation built of a yearly gross salary between 48.000 euros and 70.000 euros (including holiday allowance and based on experience)
• 27 days of leave + 13 extra collective days of leave (ADV)
• Excellent pension scheme with a high employer contribution
• Working from home possibility and flexible working hours
• Budget of 1500 euros to set up your workplace
• International learning and development program
• Career opportunities

At HCME, we're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace – everyone is welcome.