Senior Maintenance Engineer

HTI; Dublin (VA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Onsite medical facility

Parental leave & dev opportunities

Job summary

HTI, located in Dublin, VA, is seeking a Senior Maintenance Engineer – Electrical to act as a technical resource for reliability and troubleshooting across automated systems. You will lead root-cause analyses, guide maintenance strategies, and mentor junior staff while coordinating with suppliers and project teams.

The role emphasizes independent problem solving, long‑term improvements, and cross‑functional collaboration in a fast‑paced industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; assoc. degree with industrial experience considered.
• 4+ years in industrial equipment design, maintenance or upkeep.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and broad equipment knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Be a high‑level escalation resource for complex electrical issues.
• Lead root-cause analysis and implement long‑term improvements.
• Define and improve preventive maintenance strategies for new and existing equipment.
• Evaluate equipment and recommend repair, replacement, or reliability upgrades.
• Identify critical spare parts and support sourcing and stocking strategies.
• Develop maintenance procedures and SOPs for plant equipment.
• Participate in design reviews for maintainability and compliance.
• Mentor engineers and maintenance personnel.

Skills

Strong communication

Mentoring

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Associate degree with related industrial experience

Tools

Allen-Bradley control systems

Siemens control systems

Robotics and drives

Job description

HTI is seeking an experienced Senior Maintenance Engineer – Electrical with a leading automotive manufacturer in Dublin, VA. This position will serve as a high-level technical resource for plant equipment reliability, electrical troubleshooting, maintenance strategy, and equipment improvements. The Senior Engineer will work independently on complex equipment issues while also mentoring less-experienced engineers. This position is Direct Hire. The salary range is $96,000 - $118,000 depending on experience.

What They Offer:

• 401(k) with company match plus additional company contribution
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Onsite medical facility, pharmacy & employee gym
• Paid parental/caregiver leave & professional development opportunities

What You Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology; Associate degree with significant related industrial experience considered
• 4+ years of engineering experience involving industrial equipment design, maintenance, or upkeep
• Strong industrial electrical troubleshooting and broad manufacturing equipment knowledge
• Experience with automated equipment, controls, motors, drives, robotics, conveyance, or other industrial electrical systems
• PLC/controls familiarity; Allen-Bradley experience preferred, with Siemens experience a plus
• Ability to independently evaluate complex equipment issues, identify root causes, and develop long-term solutions
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with the confidence to provide technical direction to project teams and equipment suppliers
• Ability to mentor and support less-experienced engineers and maintenance personnel

What Your Role Will Look Like:

The Senior Maintenance Engineer – Electrical will be a technical expert within the maintenance engineering team, supporting a broad range of automated and industrial equipment. This role will focus on equipment reliability, advanced troubleshooting, maintenance strategy, and long-term solutions to recurring downtime while providing technical guidance to others.

• Serve as a high-level escalation resource for complex electrical and automated equipment breakdowns
• Analyze downtime and recurring failures, lead root-cause efforts, and implement long-term equipment improvements
• Define and improve preventive maintenance strategies for new and existing equipment
• Evaluate equipment independently and recommend repair, replacement, or reliability improvements
• Identify critical spare parts, assist with sourcing and quotes, and support storeroom stocking strategies
• Develop maintenance procedures and SOPs for plant equipment
• Participate in design reviews for new equipment to ensure maintainability and compliance with plant specifications
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and maintenance personnel
• Work with project managers and equipment suppliers to ensure appropriate components and technical solutions are selected
• Support a broad equipment environment including Allen-Bradley/Siemens controls, ABB/Dürr/FANUC robotics, motors, drives, conveyors, PID loops, fans, pumps, and rotating equipment

About HTI

Human Technologies, Inc. (HTI) has been a trusted partner since 1999, collaborating with leading companies to deliver tailored solutions for workforce management, development, and retention. HTI is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V/SO.