Engineering Maintenance Manager - Manufacturing Industry

SEKSUN TEXAS INC; Texas; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SEKSUN TEXAS INC. is seeking an Engineering Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance department, ensuring reliability and continuous operation of production machinery and facility infrastructure.

You will drive maintenance strategy, capital projects, and team development to maximize uptime, safety, and cost efficiency in a fast-paced environment. The role requires 5–10+ years in maintenance management, a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, and strong PLC/VFD knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5–10+ years of maintenance management experience in fast-paced manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical and mechanical systems (PLCs, VFDs, automated equipment).
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and coach large technical teams.
• Proficiency with CMMS and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance strategy, PM/PdM programs, and uptime initiatives.
• Manage a team of maintenance technicians and supervisors.
• Plan and execute capital projects and plant improvements, overseeing contractors.
• Develop and manage the annual maintenance budget and spare parts inventory.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, HACCP, ISO-14001, and safety standards.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce waste and improve OEE.

Skills

Maintenance management

Leadership

CMMS

PLC & VFDs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

The Engineering Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading the maintenance department to ensure the reliability, efficiency, and continuous operation of all production machinery and facility infrastructure. This role leads maintenance strategy, capital projects, and team development to maximize uptime, ensure safety, and minimize costs in a high-volume, fast-paced environment

Key Responsibilities

• Reliability & Uptime: Drive equipment reliability by implementing and enhancing preventative/predictive maintenance (PM/PdM) programs, utilizing a CMMS to reduce downtime.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and schedule a team of maintenance technicians and supervisors, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Emergency Response: Provide fast, effective technical support to production lines for repairs, troubleshooting, and diagnosing PLC, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic malfunctions.
• Capital Projects & Engineering: Plan and execute plant capital projects, including machinery installations, upgrades, and site improvements, managing contractors and vendor relationships.
• Budget Management: Develop and manage the annual maintenance budget, including spare parts inventory, contractor costs, and maintenance contracts.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure compliance with all OSHA, environmental, and food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, ISO-14001, PSM).
• Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with production and engineering to identify(root) causes of failures, reducing waste and improving overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: 5-10+ years of maintenance management experience in a fast-paced or heavy manufacturing environment.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong knowledge of industrial electrical and mechanical systems, including PLCs, VFDs, and automated assembly equipment.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead, develop, and coach large, diverse teams of technical personnel.
• Systems: Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office Suite

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Success

• Reduction in unplanned downtime.
• Improvement in Planned Maintenance Percentage (PM%).
• Maintenance budget adherence.
• Safety incident reduction (TRIR/LTIR)

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced, demanding, 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Requirement to work on-site, with occasional off-hours availability needed for emergency support.