Maintenance Engineer

This role focuses on maintaining, repairing, installing, and troubleshooting complex production machinery and complete production lines in a large industrial manufacturing environment. You will support a growing operation by ensuring equipment reliability, improving controls and processes, and minimizing downtime across multiple shifts, including newly added weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, install, and troubleshoot production machines and related equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Install and maintain complete production lines, including electrical and mechanical systems.
• Follow, interpret, and apply blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, logic diagrams, and component catalogs when performing maintenance and installations.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) on equipment and systems in a timely and thorough manner.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with PLCs, HMIs, AC and DC drives, and servo systems (electrical and hydraulic).
• Assist with improvements to production equipment and controls to increase productivity and reduce downtime throughout the facility.
• Interface and collaborate with all levels of personnel to implement equipment and process improvements.
• Support daily production activities while simultaneously managing and completing maintenance projects.
• Research new trends and technologies relevant to industrial maintenance and apply them where appropriate.
• Communicate clearly and openly with supervisors and team members to avoid misunderstandings and ensure alignment on priorities.
• Work effectively as part of a team-oriented process by actively participating in problem-solving and continuous improvement efforts.
• Work with minimal supervision, taking ownership of assigned tasks and following through to completion.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and instructions in accordance with established guidelines.
• Carry yourself in a professional manner consistent with sound principles and the goals, plans, and policies of the department.
• Work overtime as assigned to support production needs and maintenance requirements.
• Safely perform physical tasks such as heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds), bending, and stooping as needed for equipment maintenance.

• At least five years of experience in industrial manufacturing maintenance or completion of a three-year technical schooling program in a related field.
• Minimum five years of experience in electrical maintenance and repair in an industrial environment.
• Minimum five years of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair in an industrial environment.
• Minimum five years of experience in manufacturing maintenance, supporting production machinery and lines.
• At least three years of experience in PLC troubleshooting, including diagnosing faults and resolving control issues.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting one or more PLC platforms such as Siemens (S5, S7), ABB, Bosch, and similar systems.
• Strong understanding of control wiring, logic diagrams, and industrial electrical systems.
• Proficiency in AC and DC drive setup, programming, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in the use and programming of servo systems, both electrical and hydraulic.
• Experience with HMI troubleshooting in a production environment.
• Ability to interpret and apply information from component catalogs and technical documentation.
• Basic computer skills for documentation, research, and equipment interfaces.
• Basic mathematical skills for measurements, calculations, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to multitask effectively, balancing projects with day-to-day support activities.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for clear reporting and collaboration.
• Ability to work overtime as assigned to meet operational needs.
• Capability to perform heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds), bending, and stooping as required by the job.

• Experience with welding and fabrication in an industrial setting.
• Exposure to PLC programming, including setting timers and checking inputs and outputs.
• Experience with CNC maintenance or robotic maintenance is highly beneficial.
• Background as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with troubleshooting high voltage systems and AC/DC motors.
• Hands-on experience with hydraulics and pneumatics in production equipment.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance programs on complex machinery.
• Familiarity with robotic welders, ovens, wire-mesh equipment, paint lines, and similar industrial machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprint schematics for both mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience working with HMI interfaces for monitoring and adjusting machine operations.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, large-scale manufacturing environment with multiple production lines.

You will join a growing manufacturing operation that invests in new shifts and expanded production capacity, offering stable, long-term work with modern industrial equipment. The organization promotes a collaborative, team-oriented culture where maintenance professionals work closely with all levels of personnel to drive continuous improvement and reduce downtime. You can expect opportunities to broaden your technical skills across PLCs, robotics, drives, and complex production lines. A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k), supports your overall well-being and future planning, while multiple shift options offer flexibility to align with your preferred schedule.

Work Environment

This position is based in a large, high-volume manufacturing facility with over 300 employees and extensive industrial machinery, including robotic welders, ovens, wire-mesh fencing machines, paint lines, and other automated production equipment. The facility is non-climate controlled, so temperatures can become hot during warmer months and cooler during colder periods. You will work around active production lines, industrial controls, and high-energy equipment, following strict safety procedures and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment as required. Multiple shifts operate regularly, including 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts (8-hour schedules) from Monday through Friday, as well as 1st and 3rd weekend shifts running Friday through Sunday (approximately 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.). The environment is hands-on, fast-paced, and highly collaborative, with frequent interaction between maintenance, production, and engineering teams.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.