Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Koch Industries, Inc

What You Will Do

• Perform mechanical maintenance of vacuum coating equipment including magnetron sputtering systems, pumps, chillers, conveyors, and handling systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical failures on vacuum chambers, loading/unloading systems, and glass transport mechanisms.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance (PM) schedules for all mechanical equipment in the coating line.
• Support production by minimizing unplanned downtime and ensuring maximum equipment availability.
• Monitor equipment performance and participate in root cause analysis (RCA) for chronic mechanical failures.
• Maintain documentation including maintenance logs, failure reports, and equipment manuals.
• Collaborate with electrical, automation, and process engineers to optimize line performance.
• Recommend and implement mechanical design improvements for reliability and efficiency.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and liaise with vendors for critical mechanical components.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations and standard operating procedures.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical maintenance, preferably in glass processing, coating, or high-vacuum equipment.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of vacuum technology (e.g., rotary pumps, turbo pumps, diffusion pumps).
• Experience with HVAC systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and industrial automation.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and equipment manuals.
• Familiarity with CMMS software (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo) is an advantage.
• Knowledge of glass handling, coating line mechanics, and material transport systems.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and in rotating shifts (if required).

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience in glass coating (architectural, automotive, or solar) industries.
• Familiarity with PLC-controlled systems.
• Certification in maintenance reliability or vibration analysis is a plus.

Working Conditions

• Factory-based role with exposure to heat, noise, and high-vacuum environments.
• May require working in shifts or on-call during emergencies.
• Use of PPE and adherence to strict safety protocols is mandatory.