Mechatronics Maintenance Engineer

About the role

The Mechatronics Maintenance Engineer ensures continuous, efficient operation of production lines and machinery. You will minimise unexpected downtime through corrective and preventive maintenance, implement autonomous maintenance practices, and keep accurate records in the ERP system.

Key responsibilities

• Repair sudden breakdowns to minimise production line downtime.
• Inspect machinery regularly to diagnose and detect potential failures before they occur.
• Execute preventive maintenance plans to maintain equipment efficiency.
• Conduct root‑cause analysis on recurring breakdowns to eliminate issues at their source.
• Train machine operators on proper operation and autonomous maintenance.
• Supervise external workshops and vendors to ensure service quality and compliance with technical specifications.
• Document maintenance logs and breakdown records in the company’s system.
• Identify spare‑part requirements with management to prevent stock‑outs.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering.
• 2‑5 years of hands‑on field experience, preferably in the food and dairy sector.
• Strong proficiency in rapid troubleshooting and diagnosing complex, interconnected failures.
• Ability to remain composed and act decisively under production‑breakdown pressure.

Required skills

• Practical experience with PLC systems.
• Knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs / Inverters).
• Expertise in maintaining pneumatic systems.
• Experience with mechanical line components.
• Ability to take precise engineering measurements.
• Root‑cause analysis (RCA) and systematic troubleshooting.