Key Responsibilities
Equipment Reliability & Maintenance Develop, implement, and sustain preventive and predictive maintenance programs for production equipment and critical assets. Perform equipment inspections, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs to ensure maximum equipment availability. Support mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, controls, and instrumentation systems used in manufacturing operations. Lead maintenance efforts on HVAC, Liquid Cooling, assembly, brazing, testing, fabrication, and automated production equipment. Monitor equipment performance indicators and identify opportunities to improve reliability and operational efficiency. Troubleshooting & Problem Solving Lead root cause analysis for equipment failures using structured problem-solving methodologies. Implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurring equipment issues. Support rapid response activities to minimize production downtime and restore operations safely and efficiently. Analyze maintenance trends and develop improvement plans to address chronic equipment failures. Maintenance Planning & Execution Create and manage preventive maintenance schedules through the CMMS system. Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize operational disruptions and support production requirements. Ensure maintenance work orders are properly documented, executed, and closed. Manage spare parts inventory and critical replacement components to ensure equipment readiness. Support shutdown planning and execution activities. Continuous Improvement & Reliability Engineering Lead initiatives focused on increasing equipment uptime, reducing maintenance costs, and improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). Participate in Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and Continuous Improvement projects.



Support predictive maintenance technologies and reliability-centered maintenance methodologies. Identify opportunities for equipment upgrades, automation, and process optimization. Drive maintenance-related cost reduction initiatives while maintaining safety and quality standards. Safety & Compliance Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company safety policies, environmental regulations, and applicable codes. Participate in Job Safety Analysis (JSA), risk assessments, and safety audits. Promote safe work practices, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), electrical safety, and machine guarding compliance. Support regulatory inspections and compliance requirements for manufacturing equipment and facility systems. Technical Leadership & Team Support Provide technical guidance and support to maintenance technicians and production teams. Assist in training and developing maintenance personnel on equipment operation, troubleshooting techniques, and maintenance best practices. Support contractor management activities related to equipment installation, repairs, and maintenance projects. Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and Facilities teams on equipment modifications, installations, and capital projects. Project Management Support equipment installation, commissioning, validation, and startup activities. Participate in capital projects by providing maintenance and reliability requirements. Develop technical specifications for equipment repairs, upgrades,



and replacement projects. Monitor project progress, budgets, and timelines to ensure successful implementation. Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field. Experience 3+ years of experience in Maintenance Engineering, Reliability Engineering, Equipment Engineering, or Manufacturing Maintenance. Experience in manufacturing environments such as HVAC, Liquid Cooling, metal fabrication, assembly, electronics, automation, or industrial production. Experience supporting preventive, preventive, and corrective maintenance programs. Experience with automated equipment, PLC-controlled systems, robotics, or industrial controls is preferred. Technical Skills Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control systems. Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and industrial machinery. Knowledge of CMMS systems and maintenance planning processes. Familiarity with reliability engineering concepts, TPM, and OEE metrics. Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and industrial automation systems preferred. Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, P&IDs;, and technical manuals. Experience with Root Cause Analysis (RCA), FMEA, and Continuous Improvement methodologies. Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles. Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Effective decision-making under pressure. Project management and organizational abilities. Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration. Results-oriented with focus on safety, reliability, quality, and cost. Ability to manage multiple priori

📌 Maintenance engineer (Santa Catarina)
🏢 Vertiv
📍 Santa Catarina