Lead Equipment Engineer

Do you have a strong background in industrial / manufacturing maintenance?

Are you proficient in mechanical assemblies?

Lead Equipment Engineer

European Recruitment are working closely with a leading materials science company, based in the Boston, who are looking for an experienced Lead Equipment Engineer to join their team.

In this role you will support the R&D and manufacturing operations for the client’s site. In order to be successful within this role you should have hands-on experience and a strong technical base in manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities as Lead Equipment Engineer:

• Oversee acquisition, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposition of R&D and manufacturing equipment
• Duties will involve working with OEMs and contract manufacturers
• Oversees / establishes a routine and periodic maintenance schedule based on vendor information
• Retrofit/source/procure replacement parts
• Execute and monitor preventive maintenance program for manufacturing equipment
• Establish and maintain critical spare parts lists for all equipment
• Provide input and collaborate with the teams to ensure equipment is operating at maximum capacity
• Support companywide initiatives and drive continuous improvement activities

Requirements:

• A.S degree in engineering studies required; B.S. degree in engineering or related field preferred
• 7+ years in industrial/manufacturing maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair; strong electrical background is preferred
• Must be proficient in mechanical assemblies, able to read prints and schematics: have machinery, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic experience
• Ability to perform well in a fast-paced, problem-solving environment with the special challenges of a start-up company
• Demonstrated, hands-on mechanical aptitude with the ability to work across disciplines such as electrical, mechanical, chemical and materials
• Must be able to move objects up to 25 pounds in all directions; must be able to move self in different positions to accomplish tasks in environments including tight and confined spaces

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