Facilities and Equipment Engineering Manager

Sanmina; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in Houston is seeking a technically-grounded Facilities & Maintenance Engineer to lead the startup and ongoing readiness of a new manufacturing plant focused on metal fabrication, powder coat painting and electro-mechanical assembly.

You will develop a preventative maintenance program, oversee heavy equipment, and guide a team of technicians to ensure 24/7 uptime while maintaining safety standards and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 6–8+ years of hands-on maintenance in heavy industrial manufacturing.
• Reading electrical schematics and maintaining automation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a Preventative Maintenance program using a CMMS.
• Oversee mechanical and electrical health of plant equipment.
• Lead maintenance team and manage shift scheduling for 24/7 readiness.
• Manage vendors, annual crane certifications, and lifecycle costs.
• Ensure OSHA, NFPA 70E compliance and LOTO program.
• Manage maintenance budget and spare parts inventory.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Team leadership

Budget management

Safety compliance

CMMS proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CMMS (SAP PM/Oracle/UpKeep/Fiix)

Job description

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 .

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 .

Job Title: 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