Maintenance Engineer (level III or IV) - 405221

Atrium; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 92,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Bonus opportunity

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atrium is seeking a Maintenance Engineer (Level III or IV) to lead reliability and maintenance optimization for key plant equipment and utilities. You will guide lubrication programs, spare parts management, and 24/7 on-call support to ensure continuous operations.

The role requires at least 5 years in chemical or food processing environments, strong PM/ PdM/ CMMS/ RCM/ TPM knowledge, and proven leadership of hourly staff and contractors.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in chemical or food processing environments.
• Experience leading maintenance teams and contractors.
• Strong knowledge of PM, PdM, CMMS, RCM and TPM methodologies.
• Ability to manage budgets, cost estimates and ROI analyses.
• Excellent technical communication and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead reliability and maintenance optimization initiatives across equipment.
• Collaborate with Production to improve plant productivity and product quality.
• Serve as technical authority on plant utilities and process equipment.
• Mentor maintenance personnel to elevate skills and performance.
• Develop and implement sustainable solutions for chronic maintenance challenges.
• Troubleshoot advanced issues and drive rapid resolutions.
• Continuously refine predictive and preventive programs for maximum effectiveness.
• Coordinate with area coordinators to align activities.
• Be on-call 24/7 to support urgent maintenance and production needs.
• Oversee project lifecycles including budgeting, scoping, and commissioning.
• Perform root cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate external contractors to meet plant maintenance needs.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

RCM

TPM

PM

PdM

Job description

Client Overview

Our client is a leading manufacturing organization focused on producing high-quality products for customers across diverse markets. The company is committed to operational excellence, safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement. With a strong focus on innovation and employee development, the organization offers a collaborative work environment where team members are empowered to contribute to process improvements, operational efficiency, and long-term business success. Our client is seeking a Maintenance Engineer (Level III or IV) to join their team.

Client Overview

Our client is a leading manufacturing organization focused on producing high-quality products for customers across diverse markets. The company is committed to operational excellence, safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement. With a strong focus on innovation and employee development, the organization offers a collaborative work environment where team members are empowered to contribute to process improvements, operational efficiency, and long-term business success. Our client is seeking a Maintenance Engineer (Level III or IV) to join their team.

Salary/Hourly Rate

$92k - $140k Annually

Position Overview

The Maintenance Engineer (Level III or IV) spearheads predictive and preventive maintenance strategies, conducts equipment failure investigations, manages spare parts inventories, oversees lubrication programs, and ensures infrastructure integrity. This role is responsible for plant utilities, including steam, compressed air, cooling water, and natural gas systems, requiring specialized knowledge of boilers, air compressors, and cooling towers.

Responsibilities Of The Maintenance Engineer (Level III Or IV)

• Lead comprehensive equipment reliability and maintenance optimization initiatives.
• Collaborate with Production teams to enhance plant productivity and product quality.
• Act as a technical authority on plant utilities and process equipment for Production and Maintenance teams.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to maintenance personnel to elevate skill levels.
• Develop and implement sustainable solutions for chronic maintenance challenges.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and rapid resolution of emergent equipment issues.
• Continuously evaluate and refine predictive and preventive maintenance programs for maximum effectiveness.
• Maintain consistent communication with area coordinators to align maintenance activities.
• Be available on a 24/7 on-call basis to support urgent maintenance and production requirements.
• Oversee project lifecycle management including scoping, budgeting, capital approval, supervision, and commissioning.
• Conduct root cause analyses on frequent equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Manage and coordinate external contractors to meet plant maintenance and operational needs.

Required Experience/Skills for the Maintenance Engineer (Level III or IV)

• At least 5 years of engineering experience within chemical or food processing environments.
• In-depth expertise in production equipment and chemical processing operations.
• Proficient in industrial maintenance methodologies such as PM, PdM, CMMS, RCM, and TPM.
• Strong grasp of engineering principles and safety regulations.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate both hourly staff and contractors.
• Excellent communication skills, including technical documentation and reporting.
• Skilled in work order estimation, planning, scheduling, and timely execution.
• Experience managing budgets, cost estimation, and capital project financials, including ROI analysis.
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaborative problem-solving capabilities.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Maintenance Engineer (Level III or IV)

• 7+ years of engineering experience.
• Experience managing maintenance and utilities in older plant infrastructures.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning the first month following hire.
• Annual performance-based bonus opportunity.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• 401(K) plan with company matching contributions and additional discretionary contributions.
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, personal days, and sick leave.
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Fitness and wellness reimbursement programs.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance opportunities.