Maintenance Engineer

Job Description

We are a well-established automotive components manufacturing company based in Bangalore, equipped with a modern facility that includes forging presses, CNC turning centres, heat treatment equipment, grinding SPMs, and welding machines . As part of our continued growth, we are looking for experienced Maintenance Engineers to strengthen our shopfloor operations team. Key Responsibilities: 1. Machine Maintenance Conduct preventive and routine maintenance of all shopfloor equipment. Perform troubleshooting and repairs to ensure uninterrupted operations. Coordinate with production teams to minimize machine downtime. 2. Breakdown Management Respond swiftly to machine breakdowns and diagnose root causes. Prioritize urgent repair tasks and reduce machine downtime. Maintain accurate records of breakdowns and spare part usage. Monitor and manage spares and consumables cost-effectively. 3. Reliability Metrics (MTTR & MTBF) Track and analyze Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) and Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) . Implement strategies to reduce MTTR and increase MTBF. Drive predictive and preventive maintenance techniques. 4. Safety & Compliance Adhere to and enforce workplace safety regulations and standards. Conduct risk assessments and introduce safety improvements. Train operators on safe machine handling and basic maintenance. 5. Continuous Improvement Identify improvement opportunities for machine reliability and shopfloor productivity. Propose machinery upgrades or changes to optimize operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to execute improvement projects. 6. Documentation Maintain maintenance schedules, checklists, and service records. Update machine manuals and technical documentation as needed. Desired Candidate Profile: Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). Minimum 5 years of relevant hands-on maintenance experience in an automotive or heavy manufacturing environment . Strong diagnostic skills in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems . Hands-on exposure to CNC machines, forging presses, welding equipment , and heat treatment machinery . Ability to work independently and in a team under high-pressure situations. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles will be an added advantage. Additional Information: Role may involve occasional overtime and weekend shifts . Opportunity to contribute to a growing and innovation-driven production environment.