Electrical & Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Electrical & Mechanical Maintenance Engineer responsible for preventive and breakdown maintenance of Laser Cutting Machines, Press Forming Machines, and Robotic Welding & Automation Lines. The candidate will focus on maximizing equipment reliability, reducing downtime, and improving MTBF while minimizing MTTR through structured maintenance practices.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Maintenance

• Perform preventive and breakdown maintenance of laser cutting, press forming, and Robotic automation systems.
• Troubleshoot motors, servo drives, VFDs, PLC systems, sensors, encoders, and control panels.
• Maintain MCC panels, switchgear, relays, and power distribution systems.
• Diagnose and resolve CNC and automation line electrical faults.
• Interpret electrical schematics and control drawings.

Mechanical Maintenance

• Maintain mechanical components such as gearboxes, bearings, conveyors, ball screws, guide rails, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Perform alignment, installation, and commissioning of machinery.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns in hydraulic presses, robotic arms, and material handling systems.
• Implement lubrication and preventive inspection schedules.

Laser Cutting Machines

• Maintain laser source, chiller systems, cutting heads, nozzles, and protective windows.
• Ensure precision alignment and calibration.
• Troubleshoot CNC and gas pressure-related issues.

Press Forming Machines

• Maintain mechanical and hydraulic press systems.
• Monitor clutch/brake systems, tonnage monitors, and safety interlocks.
• Support die setup and press optimization.

Robotic Welding & Automation Systems

• Perform maintenance and troubleshooting of robotic welding cells using ABB industrial robots.
• Diagnose servo motors, drives, controllers, and teach pendants.
• Maintain PLC integration, I/O systems, sensors, and safety devices.
• Ensure synchronization of automation lines and welding systems.

Reliability & Performance Management (MTBF / MTTR Focus)

• Monitor and analyze MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) to improve equipment reliability.
• Track and reduce MTTR (Mean Time To Repair) through structured troubleshooting methods.
• Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for recurring breakdowns.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Prepare downtime analysis reports and recommend reliability improvements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).

Preventive Maintenance & TPM

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules.
• Maintain TPM check sheets and equipment history records.
• Ensure critical spare parts availability.
• Conduct periodic audits of maintenance practices.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Ensure functionality of safety interlocks, light curtains, and E-stops.
• Maintain compliance with industrial safety regulations.
• Follow 5S standards in maintenance areas.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain maintenance logs, breakdown reports, and spare parts records.
• Prepare MTBF, MTTR, and downtime trend analysis reports.
• Coordinate with production, quality, and automation teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Electrical / Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineering.
• ___ years of experience in industrial maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of CNC, hydraulic systems, and robotic automation.
• Experience in laser cutting machines, press machines, and robotic welding systems.
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Improvement in MTBF.
• Reduction in MTTR.
• Reduction in machine downtime.
• Preventive maintenance compliance rate.
• OEE improvement.
• Breakdown response time.