Maintenance Engineer

PPG; Mojave (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation & holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Disability/Leave

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

PPG Aerospace is seeking a Maintenance Engineer II on-site in Mojave, CA. You will oversee maintenance planning, reliability improvements, and collaboration across Maintenance, Engineering, and Production to maximize OEE and minimize downtime.

Requires a Bachelor’s in a relevant engineering field, 5+ years of experience, and CMMS/data analysis proficiency. Master’s degree preferred. Base salary ranges from $90,000 to $110,000 with an annual bonus up to 7%, plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent
• Master’s degree preferred
• 5+ years of engineering, maintenance, or project management experience in manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and technical support for the maintenance team
• Partner with Maintenance, Engineering, and Production to improve equipment reliability and OEE
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs to minimize unplanned downtime
• Develop and present data, recommendations, and improvement plans
• Create preventive maintenance schedules and programs to reduce downtime and costs
• Monitor KPIs related to equipment reliability and maintenance effectiveness
• Ensure projects meet engineering standards, regulatory requirements, safety and quality
• Champion safety culture and adherence to plant procedures

Skills

Maintenance engineering

Team collaboration

Data analysis

Predictive maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical/Industrial Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

CMMS

Job description

PPG Aerospace is looking for a dedicated and experienced Maintenance Engineer II to join our team on-site in Mojave, CA. You will offer an exciting opportunity to specialize in Mechanical Engineering, handling both standard and complex assignments that are important to larger projects.

As the Maintenance Engineer II, you will report directly to our Engineering & Maintenance Manager, ensuring the highest standards of equipment reliability and performance. Join us in advancing aerospace technology through your expertise and commitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and technical support for the maintenance team
• Partner with Maintenance, Engineering, and Production to improve equipment reliability, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Manage and continuously improve preventive maintenance programs, including PM schedules, procedures, work instructions, and maintenance strategies to minimize unplanned downtime
• Develop and present data, recommendations, and improvement plans
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules and programs to minimize unplanned downtime and reduce maintenance costs
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to equipment reliability, uptime, and maintenance effectiveness
• Ensure all projects meet engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices for risk assessment, safety, and quality
• Champion safety culture, housekeeping, and adherence to all plant procedures

Qualifications

• Only US Citizens, Green Card holders, political asylees, or refugees are eligible to apply
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent technical discipline
• Master’s degree preferred
• 5+ years of engineering, maintenance, or project management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in using maintenance management software, data analysis tools, and predictive maintenance technologies
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams

Pay Transparency

The base salary range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000, with a possibility of an annual bonus up to 7% of base salary. PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, and other Voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.

About Us

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD®

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.

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We act with purpose and speed

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We are excellent operators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.

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PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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