Sanmina
Equipment Engineering Manager – Energy Systems Manufacturing (Houston, TX)
The Equipment Engineering Manager is responsible for the overall reliability, uptime, and maintenance of all complex manufacturing and facility equipment, with a specialized focus on Medium and High Voltage (MV/HV) production machinery such as winding machines, vacuum pressure impregnation equipment, high‑capacity cranes, and testing apparatus. The role reports to the Plant Manager.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop a multidisciplinary maintenance team of electrical, mechanical, and facilities technicians; drive proactive preventive maintenance while ensuring rapid, high‑quality repairs.
Ensure a deep functional understanding of all critical equipment to base maintenance and control on detailed equipment design knowledge.
Design, implement, and manage a best‑in‑class Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) program for all MV/HV production equipment and facility infrastructure.
Use a Monitoring and Maintenance System to schedule work orders, track equipment history, manage spare parts inventory, and analyze performance metrics such as OEE and MTBF.
Oversee maintenance and troubleshooting of complex electrical systems, including high‑voltage testing bays, transformer winding machinery, and automated controls (PLCs, SCADA).
Asset Management
Collaborate with Engineering and Finance on long‑term capital expenditure planning for equipment upgrades, replacements, and new machinery installations.
Coordinate with Purchasing to manage supplier relationships, contracts, and service agreements for specialized maintenance, parts sourcing, and technical support.
Develop and manage the maintenance department budget, continuously seeking opportunities to reduce costs without compromising reliability or safety.
Safety and Compliance
Ensure all maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment operations adhere strictly to company safety protocols, OSHA regulations, and relevant MV/HV safety standards.
Maintain accurate, detailed records of all equipment maintenance logs, inspections, certifications, and safety audits.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical (preferred) or Electrical Engineering, or a technical degree coupled with extensive maintenance management experience.
Experience: Minimum of 8+ years of progressive industrial maintenance management, with at least 3 years directly overseeing complex, heavy machinery in a manufacturing environment.
Full‑time, on‑site position.
Technical Expertise
Hands‑on knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems used in industrial production environments.
Ability to read and understand technical documentation for all factory equipment.
Experience with maintenance and troubleshooting of MV/HV power equipment and controls is highly desirable.
Proficiency in implementing continuous improvement and Lean maintenance principles; strong root cause analysis (RCA) and problem‑solving skills.
Certifications such as CMRP or Reliability Engineering are a strong plus.
This is an ITAR facility; applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.
Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
Salary Range (annual): $85,000 - $100,000. Actual base pay within this range will be based on a candidate’s years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, and skills. The total rewards package also includes health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company‑paid holidays, paid time off, and, depending on the role, may include eligibility for restricted stock unit awards and a discretionary bonus program.
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Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop a multidisciplinary maintenance team of electrical, mechanical, and facilities technicians; drive proactive preventive maintenance while ensuring rapid, high‑quality repairs.
Ensure a deep functional understanding of all critical equipment to base maintenance and control on detailed equipment design knowledge.
Design, implement, and manage a best‑in‑class Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) program for all MV/HV production equipment and facility infrastructure.
Use a Monitoring and Maintenance System to schedule work orders, track equipment history, manage spare parts inventory, and analyze performance metrics such as OEE and MTBF.
Oversee maintenance and troubleshooting of complex electrical systems, including high‑voltage testing bays, transformer winding machinery, and automated controls (PLCs, SCADA).
Asset Management
Collaborate with Engineering and Finance on long‑term capital expenditure planning for equipment upgrades, replacements, and new machinery installations.
Coordinate with Purchasing to manage supplier relationships, contracts, and service agreements for specialized maintenance, parts sourcing, and technical support.
Develop and manage the maintenance department budget, continuously seeking opportunities to reduce costs without compromising reliability or safety.
Safety and Compliance
Ensure all maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment operations adhere strictly to company safety protocols, OSHA regulations, and relevant MV/HV safety standards.
Maintain accurate, detailed records of all equipment maintenance logs, inspections, certifications, and safety audits.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical (preferred) or Electrical Engineering, or a technical degree coupled with extensive maintenance management experience.
Experience: Minimum of 8+ years of progressive industrial maintenance management, with at least 3 years directly overseeing complex, heavy machinery in a manufacturing environment.
Full‑time, on‑site position.
Technical Expertise
Hands‑on knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems used in industrial production environments.
Ability to read and understand technical documentation for all factory equipment.
Experience with maintenance and troubleshooting of MV/HV power equipment and controls is highly desirable.
Proficiency in implementing continuous improvement and Lean maintenance principles; strong root cause analysis (RCA) and problem‑solving skills.
Certifications such as CMRP or Reliability Engineering are a strong plus.
This is an ITAR facility; applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.
Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
Salary Range (annual): $85,000 - $100,000. Actual base pay within this range will be based on a candidate’s years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, and skills. The total rewards package also includes health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company‑paid holidays, paid time off, and, depending on the role, may include eligibility for restricted stock unit awards and a discretionary bonus program.
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