Facilities and Equipment Engineering Manager

Sanmina-SCI Systems de México; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina-SCI Systems de México is looking for a Facilities & Maintenance Engineer to lead operational readiness at our Houston plant. The role requires overseeing critical assets, including heavy-duty cranes and complex machinery, ensuring peak efficiency. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's in Engineering, extensive maintenance experience, and strong electrical systems knowledge.

This position involves developing Preventative Maintenance strategies and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Must be a US Citizen or lawful permanent resident due to ITAR facility requirements.

Qualifications

• 6-8+ years of maintenance experience in heavy industrial manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics.
• Proficiency in CMMS for tracking work orders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Preventative Maintenance programs.
• Oversee mechanical and electrical health of plant equipment.
• Guide maintenance technicians on electrical systems troubleshooting.
• Lead and mentor a team of maintenance technicians.
• Manage third-party contractors for repairs and facility upgrades.
• Ensure operations meet safety and regulatory standards.
• Manage maintenance budget to ensure zero-downtime production.

Skills

Preventative Maintenance development

Electrical systems troubleshooting

Team leadership

OSHA compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree in a related field

Tools

CMMS (SAP PM, Oracle)

Job description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest‑growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end‑to‑end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

Facilities and Equipment Engineering Manager

Location: Houston, TX

The Opportunity

We are seeking a technically‑grounded Facilities & Maintenance Engineer to lead the upkeep and operational readiness of our brand‑new Houston manufacturing plant. As part of the launch team, you will be responsible for supporting a world‑class facility specializing in Metal Fabrication, Powder Coat Painting & Electro‑Mechanical Assembly.

This role is ideal for a Facilities Engineer with a strong electro‑mechanical background who is ready to step into supporting a start of the art facility. You will ensure that our facility’s critical assets—including heavy‑duty bridge cranes, material handling equipment, and complex production machinery—operate at peak efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Department Foundation & PM Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive Preventative Maintenance (PM) program. Transition the facility from a reactive setup to a data‑driven reliability model using a CMMS.
• Asset Integrity: Oversee the mechanical and electrical health of all plant equipment, specifically overhead bridge cranes, forklifts, and specialized industrial fabrication machinery.
• Electrical Leadership: Act as the primary technical authority for plant electrical systems. Guide maintenance technicians through complex troubleshooting of high‑voltage distribution, control panels, and PLC‑driven equipment.
• Team Development: Lead and mentor a team of maintenance technicians. Set performance standards, conduct safety training, and manage shift scheduling to ensure 24/7 facility readiness.
• Vendor & Lifecycle Management: Manage third‑party contractors for specialized repairs, annual crane certifications, and facility upgrades. Utilize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) logic for spare parts procurement and equipment upgrades.
• Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all operations meet OSHA, NFPA 70E (Electrical Safety), and environmental standards. Own the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program and machine guarding protocols.
• Budget Accountability: Manage the maintenance budget, focusing on inventory health for critical spares to ensure "zero‑downtime" production.

Required Experience & Education

• Education: An Bachelors degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or a related technical field with equivalent industrial experience is acceptable; a Masters Degree is a strong plus.
• Professional Tenure: 6–8+ years of hands‑on maintenance experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment. Experience as a Lead Tech, Foreman, or Supervisor is required.
• Technical Mastery: Deep knowledge of industrial electrical & mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical drives. Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Equipment Specifics: Proven experience maintaining automated fabrication equipment & powder coat paint lines is a must.
• Software Fluency: Proficiency in utilizing CMMS (e.g., SAP PM, Oracle, or specialized platforms like UpKeep/Fiix) to track work orders and asset history.
• Certifications (A Plus): Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) or mechanical /electrical journeyman/master license is a significant advantage.

This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity