Maintenance Engineer

Gumcorp; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Gumcorp Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a skilled industrial maintenance professional to oversee plant-wide automation and maintenance operations in Pakistan.

The role focuses on troubleshooting PLCs, VFDs, servo drives, and instrumentation, while planning preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize uptime. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of relevant experience, a background in electrical/electronics/mechatronics, and familiarity with HMI systems and industrial networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Diploma in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics or related field.
• CMRP and CPMM certifications are a plus.
• Hands-on experience with PLC troubleshooting and control systems.
• Familiarity with VFDs, AC motors, starters, contactors, relays, sensors and control panels.
• Knowledge of PLC programming/monitoring is advantageous.
• Experience with HMI and automation networks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, VFDs, servo drives, PID/temperature controllers, instrumentation, MCCs, and electrical panels.
• Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and availability.
• Diagnose PLC faults, control loop issues, instrumentation errors, and electrical breakdowns.
• Program and commission VFDs, servo drives, PID controllers, field instruments, energy meters, and power quality analyzers.
• Lead installation, wiring, programming, and commissioning of new machines and process upgrades.
• Utilize SAP PM for maintenance planning and routine operations.
• Ensure compliance with LOTO and PTW safety requirements.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting and control

VFDs

AC motors and starters

Control panels

HMI systems

Industrial networks

Automation equipment

PID/Temperature controllers

Contactors/relays/sensors

PLC programming/monitoring

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics or related field

CMRP

CPMM

Tools

SAP PM

Job description

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Responsible for plant-wide automation, and maintenance operations, ensuring smooth equipment performance and minimum downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain PLC, VFDs, Servo Drives, PID/Temperature Controllers, instrumentation, MCCs, and electrical panels.
• Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and availability.
• Diagnose PLC faults, control loop issues, instrumentation errors, and electrical breakdowns.
• Program and commission VFDs, Servo Drives, PID Controllers, field instruments, energy meters, and power quality analyzers.
• Lead installation, wiring, programming, and commissioning of new machines and process upgrades.
• Utilize SAP PM for maintenance planning and routine operations.
• Ensure compliance with LOTO and PTW safety requirements.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's/Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong hands-on experience with PLC troubleshooting and control systems.
• Practical experience with VFDs, AC motors, starters, contactors, relays, sensors, and control panels.
• Good understanding of industrial electrical and automation systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment.
• Knowledge of PLC programming/monitoring will be an advantage.
• Experience with HMI systems, industrial communication networks, and automation equipment is preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP), Certified Plant Maintenance Manager (CPMM)

Application Deadline

About Company

Gumcorp Pvt. Ltd

Food

Gumcorp Group is a diversified Pakistani business group led by its flagship company, Gumcorp (Pvt.) Ltd., the country's largest producer of gum base with over three decades of expertise in the confectionery and allied industries, evolving from its origins in 1967 and becoming a fully independent gum base manufacturer by 1998.The Group operates across multiple sectors, including Kernelpop, Pakistan's first microwavable popcorn brand launched in 2003 and now one of the nation’s leading popcorn producers; Oleocorp, the country's largest producer vegetable-based pharma grade glycerin manufactured in a state-of-the-art European facility established in 2017; Woodcorp, a premium manufacturer of European-style doors, windows, wardrobes, kitchens, and bespoke wood interiors using advanced European machinery and over 15 years of craftsmanship; and Spectrum Films, the group's packaging division specializing in food-grade cling films and shrink films for safe, hygienic, and high-performance wrapping applications.Together, these companies reflect Gumcorp Group's commitment to innovation, quality, and excellence, serving both domestic and international markets with products built on technology, expertise, and trusted manufacturing standards.