Maintenance Engineer

Precision-Metal-Products; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Metal Products in El Cajon, California is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to enhance equipment reliability and reduce downtime across aerospace forging and machining operations. This on-site, full-time role provides technical leadership for preventive maintenance improvements, root cause analyses, equipment upgrades, and reliability initiatives.

The position collaborates with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, and Quality to boost asset performance, uptime, and overall equipment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in mechanical or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of maintenance, reliability, or industrial engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Experience performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Experience supporting industrial equipment, maintenance systems, or reliability programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead root cause analysis investigations related to equipment failures and downtime.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to improve reliability.
• Analyze maintenance data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Support troubleshooting of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and control systems.
• Improve preventive maintenance programs for forging presses, CNC equipment, and facilities.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Preventive maintenance

Data analysis

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Reading blueprints

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Maintenance planning software

Job description

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Maintenance Engineer

Salary Range: $105,000.00 To $130,000.00 Annually

Position Summary

The Maintenance Engineer is responsible for improving equipment reliability, reducing machine downtime, and supporting the safe and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment throughout Precision Metal Products' aerospace forging and machining operations. This position provides technical leadership for preventive maintenance improvements, root cause analysis, equipment upgrades, and reliability initiatives involving forge presses, heat treat equipment, CNC machines, automation systems, and plant utilities.

The Maintenance Engineer works closely with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, and Quality to improve asset performance, increase equipment uptime, and support the company's production and continuous improvement objectives. The Maintenance Engineer reports to the Maintenance Manager and is full-time on-site position.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead root cause analysis investigations related to equipment failures, downtime events, and recurring maintenance issues.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Analyze maintenance and downtime data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Support troubleshooting of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, combustion, electrical, and control system failures.
• Improve and optimize preventive maintenance (PM) programs for forging presses, furnaces, CNC equipment, material handling systems, and facility infrastructure.
• Develop standard repair procedures, maintenance documentation, and equipment maintenance standards.
• Support capital equipment projects, equipment upgrades, machine installations, and commissioning activities.
• Assist in developing spare parts strategies and critical spare inventories.
• Work with production and maintenance teams to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and equipment availability.
• Evaluate equipment performance and recommend modifications to improve reliability, safety, productivity, and maintenance efficiency.
• Create and maintain equipment drawings, technical documentation, and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Coordinate with OEMs, contractors, and equipment suppliers regarding repairs, upgrades, and technical support.
• Participate in reliability-centered maintenance initiatives and predictive maintenance programs.
• Support implementation of vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, and other predictive maintenance technologies.
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects focused on reducing downtime, scrap, rework, and operating costs.
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with OSHA, EPA, company safety requirements, and aerospace industry standards.
• Support investigations involving equipment-related safety incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical guidance and training to maintenance personnel regarding equipment systems and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of maintenance, reliability, manufacturing, or industrial engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Experience supporting industrial equipment, maintenance systems, or reliability programs.

Preferred

• Experience in aerospace, metal forging, heat treatment, machining, or heavy manufacturing environments.
• Experience with hydraulic press systems, industrial furnaces, combustion systems, CNC equipment, and automation.
• Knowledge of reliability engineering principles and predictive maintenance technologies.
• Professional certifications such as CMRP, CMRT, Lean Six Sigma, or related certifications.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints schematics, and P&ID drawings.
• Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance planning software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel for data analysis.
• Knowledge of reliability engineering methodologies and equipment lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with OSHA requirements and industrial safety practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk production areas frequently throughout the shift.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and access elevated equipment platforms.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environments that include heat, noise, machinery, and moving equipment while utilizing appropriate PPE .