Controls Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Job description

Job Summary The Controls Electrical Maintenance Engineer is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, improving, and supporting electrical, controls, CNC, PLC, and automation systems within a manufacturing environment. The role focuses on ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and supporting manufacturing operations through advanced electrical and automation expertise. The position serves as a technical resource, providing leadership and guidance to maintenance teams while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards. Key Responsibilities Health, Safety Environmental (HSE) • Comply with all HSE policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. • Identify, report, and mitigate electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic safety hazards. • Promote a strong safety culture through the use of PPE, safety procedures, and risk assessments. • Support safe operation of CNC machines, automated systems, rotating equipment, and industrial machinery. • Participate in safety training, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives. Electrical Maintenance Equipment Support • Perform advanced troubleshooting, repair, installation, and maintenance of electrical and automation systems. • Support CNC machines, special purpose machines (SPMs), robots, conveyors, nut runners, and automated material handling systems. • Conduct panel-level fault finding, wiring modifications, component replacement, and electrical diagnostics. • Analyze equipment failures and implement corrective and preventive actions. • Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders using maintenance management systems such as MAXIMO. • Ensure compliance with electrical codes, standards, and preventive maintenance programs. Controls Automation Engineering • Troubleshoot and maintain PLC, HMI, CNC, SCADA, and industrial automation systems. • Program and support PLC platforms including Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley, Omron, and Fanuc systems. • Maintain CNC controls including Fanuc (0i/30i Series), Siemens (828D/840D), and Bosch Rexroth (IndraDrive, MTX). • Support industrial communication networks including Profinet, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, and related protocols. • Troubleshoot servo drives, spindle drives, axis control systems, encoders, and motion control applications. • Support integration of machines with production monitoring systems, MES, and Industry 4. 0 initiatives. • Debug complex automation and machine control issues and implement sustainable solutions. Continuous Improvement Reliability • Lead machine uptime improvement initiatives and support MTTR/MTBF reduction programs. • Drive TPM, predictive maintenance, and reliability improvement activities. • Improve machine accuracy, process capability, cycle time, and operational efficiency. • Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through repair, reuse, localization, and optimization of spare parts. • Support energy reduction, waste elimination, and maintenance cost optimization projects. • Implement real-time monitoring, OEE improvement, and digital manufacturing initiatives. Planning, Resource Vendor Management • Manage spare parts planning and inventory to ensure equipment availability while optimizing costs. • Coordinate with OEMs, vendors, and contractors for specialized maintenance and technical support activities. • Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards. • Support maintenance scheduling around production requirements to minimize operational disruptions. Teamwork Communication • Collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues. • Act as a technical mentor and resource for less experienced team members. • Conduct technical training and facilitate knowledge sharing within the organization. • Communicate technical issues, corrective actions, and improvement opportunities effectively to stakeholders. Skills Technical Skills • Electrical Maintenance and Troubleshooting • CNC Machine Maintenance and Diagnostics • PLC Programming and Automation Systems • HMI and SCADA Systems • Fanuc, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley, Omron Controls • Bosch Rexroth Control Systems • Servo Drives, Motion Control, and Spindle Systems • Industrial Communication Networks (Profinet, Profibus, Ethernet/IP) • Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems • Robotics and Automated Material Handling Systems • Industry 4. 0 and OEE Monitoring Systems • Preventive, Predictive, and Reliability-Centered Maintenance • Electrical Schematics and Control Panel Design • MAXIMO or Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) Behavioral Skills • Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis • Decision Making • Continuous Improvement Mindset • Collaboration and Team Leadership • Effective Communication • Adaptability and Learning Agility • Results Orientation • Safety Leadership Experience • Minimum 6 8 years of experience in Electrical Maintenance, CNC Maintenance, Industrial Automation, Controls Engineering, or Manufacturing Maintenance environments. • Hands-on experience supporting CNC machining centers, turning centers, grinding machines, and automated production equipment. • Proven experience troubleshooting CNC controls, PLC systems, industrial automation systems, and machine tool equipment. • Experience working with Fanuc, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley, Omron, and Bosch Rexroth control platforms. • Exposure to TPM, predictive maintenance, reliability improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Experience managing machine uptime, maintenance planning, and automation system enhancements in a manufacturing environment. • Ability to lead technical problem-solving efforts and support cross-functional improvement projects. Qualifications • Diploma, Technical Certification, High School Diploma, or equivalent experience in Electrical