R&D Maintenance Technician — Drive Uptime & Innovation

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus plan

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure reliable operation of facility infrastructure, equipment, and lab machinery. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and small-scale improvements within an R&D environment.

You will coordinate with cross-functional teams, assist with equipment modifications, and support safety and uptime initiatives. The position offers competitive pay and benefits in a fast-paced electronics setting.

Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering degree with electrical expertise.
• 5+ years in manufacturing/industrial maintenance.
• Vocational training or certification in maintenance preferred.
• Troubleshoot electrical and plumbing issues to minimize downtime.
• Proficient in replacing/installing electrical components.
• Diagnose electrical problems, root-cause analysis, repairs.
• Skilled with testing equipment and reading schematics.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair machinery and equipment in R&D processes.
• Maintain HVAC, building exterior, security, fire safety, and chemical process equipment.
• Work in R&D Lab with PPE as needed.
• Keep workspace clean and spare parts inventory updated.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Preventive maintenance

Electrical installation

Education

Mechanical engineering degree

Electrical engineering knowledge

Maintenance certification

Tools

Testing equipment

Electrical components installation tools

Industrial maintenance tools

Job description

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure reliable operation of facility infrastructure, equipment, and lab machinery. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and small-scale improvements within an R&D environment.

You will coordinate with cross-functional teams, assist with equipment modifications, and support safety and uptime initiatives. The position offers competitive pay and benefits in a fast-paced electronics setting.