Equipment Engineer Supervisor

Wistron Infocomm Usa Corporation; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Wistron InfoComm USA Corporation seeks an Equipment Engineer Supervisor to lead a team in a high-volume manufacturing environment. You will oversee maintenance, reliability, and capital projects, driving improvements across production lines.

Responsibilities include coordinating installations, managing upgrades, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance while partnering with Quality, Facilities, and Program Management to meet uptime and performance goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field required.
• 5-8 years equipment engineering experience in manufacturing.
• 2+ years supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with automated manufacturing equipment in electronics/server/telecom preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement experience.
• Experience with MES/ERP and manufacturing software systems.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead Equipment Engineers and Technicians in daily manufacturing support activities.
• Ensure optimal performance, reliability, and availability of production equipment.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Analyze equipment failures and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Coordinate equipment installation, commissioning, qualification, and validation activities.
• Manage equipment upgrade and automation projects to improve productivity and quality.
• Support manufacturing operations by providing rapid response to equipment-related issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and Root Cause Analysis methodologies.
• Establish and monitor equipment performance metrics (uptime, MTBF, MTTR, OEE).
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Facilities, and Program Management teams.

Skills

Equipment engineering

Leadership

Root cause analysis

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project management

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

MES

ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job DescriptionEquipment Engineer SupervisorJob InformationJob Title: Equipment Engineer SupervisorDepartment: Equipment EngineeringReports To: Equipment Engineering ManagerFLSA Status: ExemptLocation: Wistron InfoComm USA CorporationPosition SummaryThe Equipment Engineer Supervisor is responsible for overseeing equipment engineering activities to support manufacturing operations, production efficiency, equipment reliability, process improvement, and preventive maintenance programs. This role supervises a team of Equipment Engineers and Technicians, ensuring equipment uptime, troubleshooting complex equipment issues, managing capital projects, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within a high-volume manufacturing environment.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesSupervise and lead Equipment Engineers and Technicians in daily manufacturing support activities.Ensure optimal performance, reliability, and availability of production equipment.Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.Analyze equipment failures and implement corrective and preventive actions.Coordinate equipment installation, commissioning, qualification, and validation activities.Manage equipment upgrade and automation projects to improve productivity and quality.Support manufacturing operations by providing rapid response to equipment-related issues.Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Root Cause Analysis methodologies.Establish and monitor equipment performance metrics, including uptime, MTBF, MTTR, and OEE.Collaborate with Production, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Facilities, and Program Management teams.Manage vendor relationships and coordinate service contracts and external support.Develop and maintain equipment operating procedures, maintenance documentation, and engineering specifications.Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and environmental requirements.Support production scalability, new product introductions (NPI), and factory expansion initiatives.Prepare reports, budgets, capital expenditure requests, and equipment performance analyses.Coach, train, and evaluate team members while supporting employee development and succession planning.QualificationsEducationBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related technical discipline required.ExperienceMinimum 5-8 years of equipment engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.Minimum 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience preferred.Experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment within electronics, server, computer, telecommunications, or related industries preferred.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong knowledge of manufacturing equipment, automation systems, robotics, PLCs, and industrial controls.Experience with preventive maintenance and reliability-centered maintenance programs.Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.Understanding of industrial safety standards and regulatory compliance.Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.Experience with MES, ERP, and manufacturing software systems.Strong project management and organizational skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.Preferred QualificationsSix Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.Experience in high-volume electronics or server manufacturing.Knowledge of SMT, assembly, testing, and system integration equipment.Experience implementing Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing technologies.Physical RequirementsAbility to walk and stand for extended periods in a manufacturing environment.Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.Ability to work near industrial machinery and production equipment.Ability to use computer equipment and engineering tools.Work EnvironmentManufacturing and production environment.May require support during off-shift operations, weekends, or equipment emergency situations.Occasional travel may be required for vendor visits, training, or equipment qualification activities.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementWistron InfoComm USA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.