Job Description:

Beneva Group has recently been engaged by an innovative solar energy manufacturer to help them find their first Equipment Engineer as they launch their first US-based factory in Indianapolis, IN. As an Equipment Engineer in a highly automated facility, you will be responsible for analyzing, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing equipment to uphold and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness in the manufacturing plant.Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity.Key Responsibilities:Analyze, inspect, maintain, and repair equipment in facilityMust have knowledge of CMMS systems to manage projects, repairs, and PMs Reading and interpreting drawings, blueprints, schematics to determine scope of workManaging the layout and placement of equipment and machinery per drawings in large plant settings to ensure minimum downtime.Must be able to utilize forklifts, scissor lifts, chain falls to complete large scale projects.Perform Root Cause Analysis, devise solutions, implement improvements, and establish effective prevention measures for problems that arise with equipmentMaintain facility equipment and keep meticulous records of equipment performance, equipment/part failures, machine downtime, and solutions/corrective actions to problems - create and maintain a detailed and accessible database of Lessons LearnedPurchase spare/replacement parts for equipment, track purchase requests, maintain spare part safety stock, etc.Develop Standard Operating Procedures / Work Instructions for using production equipment; train and assess other employees in safe and proper usage of machinesParticipate in planning, purchasing, installation, and commissioning of new equipmentGuide, train, and coach equipment technicians in proper machine usageQualifications:Bachelor's degree in mechanical, mechatronics, or electrical engineering; automation control; or other related field or equivalent experience3-10 years of experience in equipment maintenance (2+ years of experience managing automation equipment)Upon starting position, ability to travel to China for one month for solar industry orientation and trainingProficient in MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)Proficient in mechanical / electrical system design principles and Servo controlProficient in CAD drawings and programming softwareStrong experience with automation equipment (e.g., welding machines, laminating machines, cutting machines, etc.)Strong sense of responsibility and strong communication and teamwork capabilitiesExcellent creative problem-solving abilitiesThis position is located in Indianapolis, IN.