Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, or related field
7+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing or industrial settings
5+ years of leadership experience managing maintenance or engineering teams
Proven track record in managing CAPEX projects and preventive maintenance programs
Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems
Willingness to work flexible hours and provide on-call support
Responsibilities
Lead engineering, maintenance, and facilities teams for safe and efficient operations
Manage capital projects from planning to implementation, ensuring timely and budget-compliant completion
Oversee preventive maintenance programs and equipment reliability initiatives
Develop engineering solutions to enhance production, quality, safety, and efficiency
Collaborate with various departments on equipment installations and facility improvements
Manage department budgets and relationships with contractors and vendors
Lead equipment startups, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement efforts
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
401(k) with company match
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Employee discount programs
Full Job Description
Position Title: Engineering & Maintenance Manager (Confidential Client) Location: Ayer, MA | On-site Employment Type: Permanent Compensation
Salary: $145K-$155K
Bonus: Performance-based bonus (15%) program
Benefits
Competitive salary and performance-based bonus (15%) program; comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays; 401(k) with company match; opportunities for professional growth and advancement; employee discount programs. Position Summary
This hands-on leadership role is responsible for driving capital projects, improving equipment reliability, overseeing maintenance programs, and supporting plant growth while ensuring safety, quality, and operational excellence. Primary Functions
Lead the engineering, maintenance, and facilities teams to support safe and efficient plant operations.
Manage capital (CAPEX) projects from planning through implementation, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
Oversee preventive maintenance programs, CMMS, work order systems, spare parts inventory, and equipment reliability initiatives.
Develop engineering solutions that improve production, quality, safety, and operational efficiency.
Partner with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and other departments on equipment installations, facility improvements, and manufacturing projects.
Manage department budgets, contractors, and third-party vendors.
Lead equipment startups, commissioning, qualifications (IQ/OQ), troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement efforts.
Hire, coach, develop, and evaluate engineering and maintenance team members.
Ensure compliance with GMP, food safety, ISO standards, and regulatory
Must-Haves
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
7+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
5+ years of leadership experience managing maintenance or engineering teams.
