Plant Maintenance & Engineering Manager - Metal Manufacturing

AHK USA-Chicago • State College, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

A highly regarded industrial manufacturing organization with a global footprint and a strong reputation for long-term stability, employee development, and operational excellence is seeking an Engineering & Maintenance Manager to support plant operations within a highly equipment-driven production environment. The company is looking for a mechanically or electrically trained engineer with experience in precision metal manufacturing, who has led maintenance and engineering teams, owned CAPEX and plant projects, understands tube/extrusion processes, and is comfortable being fully on-site in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, or similar), or equivalent practical experience
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial plant environment
• Exposure to capital projects , equipment installations, or process improvements
• Working knowledge of technical documentation , drawings, and equipment records
• Comfortable working in a hands-on, on-site manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience in equipment-intensive manufacturing environments, such as: Industrial or heavy manufacturing
• Metal-based or mechanically intensive production
• Continuous or semi-continuous manufacturing processes
• Industrial, infrastructure, or construction-adjacent products

Responsibilities

• Support and partner with senior engineering and maintenance leadership in the planning and execution of engineering and maintenance initiatives
• Coordinate and support engineering projects , including timelines, documentation, cost tracking, and reporting
• Assist in the development, management, and execution of capital projects (CAPEX) within approved budgets
• Contribute to improved equipment reliability and uptime through project support, troubleshooting, and close collaboration with maintenance and operations
• Maintain and improve technical documentation , including drawings, spare parts lists, and equipment records
• Support creation and upkeep of project documentation systems , cost tracking, ROI analysis, and performance reporting
• Participate in equipment start-ups, upgrades, and troubleshooting activities
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, efficiency, and cost optimization
• Ensure equipment, installations, and modifications meet applicable safety and regulatory requirements
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive benefits starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Support for professional development and long-term career growth within a stable global organization
• Relocation assistance available
• A collaborative, safety-focused culture that values ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager