Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

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Develop and implement maintenance strategies (preventive, predictive, and corrective) to ensure equipment reliability and production continuity. Improve equipment reliability by analyzing downtime, MTBF, and MTTR, and implementing corrective actions. Lead root cause analysis (RCA, A3, 5 Why) for mechanical failures and eliminate recurring issues. Optimize maintenance plans, inspection routines, lubrication strategies, and overhaul intervals to minimize downtime. Own the mechanical performance of critical automated manufacturing equipment, including: Cam-controlled forming and assembly machines Plastic injection molding machines (clamping and cooling systems) Work closely with production, toolmaking, and engineering teams to improve machine stability and process performance. Deploy predictive maintenance practices using condition monitoring, wear analysis, and failure trends. Support equipment commissioning and industrialization, ensuring readiness for serial production. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce breakdowns and extend equipment lifetime. Standardize maintenance processes, documentation, and technical guidelines. Provide technical guidance on complex mechanical issues and support troubleshooting activities. Collaborate with toolmakers, engineers, and OEMs to resolve issues, implement improvements, and support upgrades. Bachelor's Degree in preferably mechanical engineering, automation engineering, mechatronics or a similar qualification Relevant years of experience in industrial automation and metal stamping, bending and welding industries Knowledge of Cam-controlled machines like: Bihler (prefered), Wafios, Finzer Skills: Experienced in CAD, SPS, HMI-Systems; advantageous: programming skills Quick comprehension, continous learning, willingness to work shifts