Repair and Maintenance Engineer

Daimler Truck North America•High Point, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Lead Repair and Maintenance Engineer to work in the maintenance operations within our manufacturing facility. This role is critical to ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of production equipment and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will drive preventive maintenance strategies, and support continuous improvement initiatives to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
Min 5 years of manufacturing experience in an assembly environment
High level of analytical ability where problems are complex
High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others
Effective oral and written communication skills
Proficiency with AutoCad LT
Proficient with PC hardware and commercially available software (i.e. Windows, etc.)
At least 5 years of PLC programming (Specifically Allen Bradley).

Nice To Haves

Project management experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide direct line/ maintenance engineering support for both the Production Assembly platform as well as Parts Fabrication platform.
Work in the assembly areas will include both project-based assignments as well as maintenance engineering support to production.
Requires technical and process ownership necessary to meet daily and future production demands.
Direct interface with line supervisors and hourly workforce ensuring adherence to work methods and production metrics.
Plans, designs and implements maintenance programs to optimize the availability and productivity of manufacturing facilities and equipment.
Plans and coordinates maintenance engineering work including review of mechanical and electrical engineering specifications.
Performs engineering review of proposed new equipment designs to assess reliability, ease of maintenance, and availability of replacement parts.
Liaises with production staff to coordinate repair work, statutory safety inspections and supply of new plant and equipment with production schedules.
Participate in the installation and commissioning of new equipment.
Review station level drawings and BOM’s, developing recommended spare parts lists.
Development and implementation of Preventative Maintenance procedures on existing and future equipment.
Daily troubleshooting assistance for tooling and equipment breakdowns.
Develop and implement tooling for product changes.
Develop and implement assembly process methods.
Procure equipment (work with purchasing and vendors)
Equipment Certification (Gages, Torque Guns, Leak Testers)
Occasional Supervision (Skilled Trades)
Problem Solver
Technical Coach for Assemblers and Supervisors
Keep current of technological developments in the industry.
Participate in weekend production coverage.
Oversee projects both within, as well as outside, primary area of responsibility.
Will support project-based work.
Perform as mentor
Technical Expert.
Leads department or cross-functional programs of notable risk, resource requirements and/or complexity.
Serves as a guide for others in area of expertise.
Acts as an advisor to management and key external stakeholders on broad ranging projects.
Uses experience to contribute to standards in which others will operate.

Benefits

annual bonus program
401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
13+ calendar holidays
8 weeks paid parental leave
employee assistance program
comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
onsite fitness (at some locations)
tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off
short-term and long-term disability plans
Relocation assistance