Maintenance Engineer

Overview

Nextpower is a global leader in the energy transition, delivering intelligent solar trackers, control software solutions, and strategic services for solar power plants. Our mission is to enhance PV plant performance worldwide through smart technology, data monitoring, and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on press machines, CNC, laser cutting machines, drilling units, tube mills, slitting lines, and related automation systems.
• Train, mentor, and support junior technicians and apprentices.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, including PLCs, control systems, drives, motors, and automation panels.
• Ensure maximum equipment uptime with minimal breakdowns by monitoring critical parameters such as vibration, temperature, lubrication, and energy consumption.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to minimize downtime and optimize process efficiency.
• Develop and maintain maintenance schedules for electrical systems.
• Implement lock‑out/tag‑out, risk assessments, and other safety procedures during maintenance.
• Support installation and commissioning of new equipment and create/improve systems while modifying machinery as needed.
• Co‑ordinate and supervise third‑party contractors for general maintenance activities and manage spare parts procurement with OEMs and suppliers.
• Supervise and guide maintenance technicians and contractors, allocate daily tasks, and monitor progress.
• Provide on‑the‑job training, foster a proactive maintenance culture, and promote teamwork, continuous learning, and accountability within the maintenance team.
• Plan maintenance activities with production and QA departments to align shutdowns and maintenance schedules.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of industrial or factory maintenance experience.
• Proven experience with press machines, CNC, laser, drilling, tube mill, and slitting line maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of industrial automation, PLCs, drives, motors, sensors, and control systems.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance methodologies and tools.
• Familiarity with safety standards (OSHA, ISO) and energy‑management practices.
• Experience participating in TPM and 5S initiatives.
• Ability to propose upgrades, automation, or modifications to improve reliability and energy efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, reports, and equipment history.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Competent with MS Office, CMMS systems, and maintenance reporting tools.

Preferred Experience

• Analysis of recurring failures and implementation of corrective actions through root cause analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Willingness to work night shift and respond to emergency call‑outs.