Maintenance Engineer: Predictive PM & Asset Uptime

Vestas; Windsor (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs for blade manufacturing. The role blends hands-on tasks with planning, scheduling, vendor coordination, and asset management to maximize uptime in a 24/7 facility.

You will develop PM SOPs, track maintenance, analyze data for improvements, and collaborate with global teams to meet safety and quality standards. A bachelor's in engineering and 5+ years in industrial maintenance are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering (other degree considered with experience).
• Specific experience in material science (composite), and molding operations preferred.
• Experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing engineering, or reliability engineering preferred; Material (Composite) or mould experience is a plus.
• Minimum of five (5) years of maintenance experience in manufacturing, chemical processing, refinery, renewable energy, or similar industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of reliability-centered maintenance, preventive maintenance, and predictive maintenance methodologies.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CMMS, ERP/MRP systems, and maintenance reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Generate equipment reliability reports and present to stakeholders.
• Monitor PM timely executions and effectiveness.
• Support equipment startups, shutdowns, changeovers, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities.
• Facilitate structured problem-solving processes utilizing tools such as 5 Why, Kepner-Tregoe (KT), and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA).
• Analyze maintenance and operational data to identify trends, prioritize opportunities, and improve asset performance.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional, site, and global teams to support business objectives.
• Demonstrate integrity, accountability, professionalism, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Utilize Microsoft Office, CMMS, ERP, and reporting tools to support decision-making and operational performance.

Skills

Reliability-centered maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Problem-solving

Interpersonal communication

Coaching

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

CMMS

ERP/MRP systems

Maintenance reporting tools

Education

Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering

Material science (composite) knowledge

Industrial maintenance/manufacturing/reliability experience

5+ years maintenance experience in manufacturing/industrial environment

Tools

Microsoft Office

CMMS

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Vestas is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs for blade manufacturing. The role blends hands-on tasks with planning, scheduling, vendor coordination, and asset management to maximize uptime in a 24/7 facility.

You will develop PM SOPs, track maintenance, analyze data for improvements, and collaborate with global teams to meet safety and quality standards. A bachelor's in engineering and 5+ years in industrial maintenance are preferred.