Electro-Mechanical Technician

MAHLE GmbH; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 67,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

MAHLE is seeking an Electro Mechanical Technician (EMT) in Dayton, OH to join the plant maintenance team. You will maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and mechanical equipment to support production, drawing on knowledge of motors, switchgear, PLCs, VFDs, and safety systems.

The role requires hands-on maintenance experience, PLC-based controls, and CMMS documentation in SAP Plant Maintenance. Occasional overtime may be required; apply via [e-mail] for MTFS Dayton.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent in Electrical Maintenance or Industrial Automation.
• 3 years of prior experience as Electrical Mechanical Technician or 2-year technical degree plus 1 year experience.
• Experience with diagnostic troubleshooting and repairing defective parts, adjusting machinery.
• Ability to work overtime when required.
• Proficient with computers and basic math for maintenance tasks.
• Knowledge of pipefitting, hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Familiar with LOTO safety regulations and safety practices.
• Experience in high-speed manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and mechanical system maintenance, troubleshooting and repair in a team setting.
• Carry out corrective, preventive maintenance and calibrations.
• Document activities in SAP Plant Maintenance CMMS.
• Identify parts and assist in repairs; use diagnostic tools and manuals.
• Support operations by adjusting machines and ensuring proper operating specifications.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Industrial automation

Troubleshooting

PLC controls

Safety compliance (LOTO)

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

Technical certificate in Electrical Maintenance/Industrial Automation

Tools

CMMS (SAP Plant Maintenance)

Electrical diagnostic tools

Hydraulic/pneumatic tools

Job description

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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

Today, MAHLE is one of the world's leading original equipment manufacturers, developing and producing cooling and air conditioning systems, as well as complete thermal management solutions for a wide range of applications—from passenger cars and commercial vehicles to off-highway mobile and stationary machinery.

Further, to increase efficiency, extend service life, and reduce emissions, MAHLE manufactures filters, pump systems as well as oil coolers for engine and transmission applications. These technologies ensure clean air and prevent contamination in oil and fuel systems—critical not only for combustion engines but also for reliable operation of fuel cell systems.

Your Contribution

The Electro Mechanical Technician (EMT) is a member of the plant maintenance team that supports factory operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and
mechanical equipment.

Your Experience & Qualifications

• Perform electrical and mechanical system preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair in a team environment
• Perform corrective, preventive maintenance & calibrations
• Work safely following all required safe practices including LOTO, PPE, risk predictions, and work permits
• Proactively utilize available resources for troubleshooting and repair (operators, maintenance team, electrical prints, manuals, OEM website resources)
• Properly and safely utilize tools and diagnostic equipment
• Identify parts required for repairs utilizing available resources (bills of material, parts lists, manuals, mechanical assembly drawings, etc.)
• Perform machine adjustments as required to support operations
• Examples of commonly encountered electrical devices and systems include switchgear and power distribution devices, MCC's, safety circuits, disconnects, fuses, PLC automation, motors, motor starters, relays, circuit breakers, VFD's, Cameras, photo eyes, prox switches, relays, motor starters, temperature probes, level sensors, flow meters, control valves and more
• Participate in and support The Mahle Operational Excellence system
• Utilize SAP Plant Maintenance CMMS system to document activities such as planned work, repair, and future work needed
• Perform additional duties as required
• Perform all work in a professional and workman like manner

What we are looking for:

• Associates degree, maintenance related certificate, or equivalent experience in Electrical
  Maintenance or Industrial Automation field
• 3 years of prior experience as an Electrical Mechanical Technician -OR- 2-year technical
  degree in Electrical Maintenance or Industrial Automation AND 1 year of prior
  experience as Electrical Mechanical Technician
• Prior work experience must include: diagnostic troubleshooting, repairing and replacing
  defective parts, adjusting machinery, and modifying units to meet proper operating
  specifications
• Must be able to work overtime when required
• Able to work with computers (navigating systems, recording information, locating
  information necessary to perform the job)
• Able to use basic mathematical skills in order to perform machine and mechanical
  systems maintenance, calibrations, and repairs
• Working knowledge in the area of pipefitting and rigging
• Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic principles
• Advanced understanding of industrial electricity including motor basics and controls
• Advanced knowledge of industrial automation and PLC based controls (Allen
  Bradley/Siemens)
• Familiar with LOTO / Arc Flash safety regulation
• Proven problem-solving Critical thinking skills
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job
• Experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment

Our Offer

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

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

After receiving your online application, the interview process will typically be, a screening call followed by Personal Interview(s)

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

MAHLE is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, MAHLE offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website www.jobs.mahle.com

Do you have any questions?

[e-mail]

Facts about the job

Entry level: Experienced hires

Part- / Full-time: Full Time

Functional area: Production

Department: BU2 Thermal and Fluid Systems

Location: Dayton, OH, US, 45404

Company: MTFS Dayton (US)

Closing date for applications
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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.