Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Position Available In Passaic, New Jersey

Job Description:

This is not a design desk job—it’s a critical hands-onleadership role in one of New Jersey’s most established industrialoperations. We’re seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to leadreliability initiatives, troubleshoot plant systems, and manageongoing mechanical operations in a high-throughput manufacturingfacility. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer whothrives on the production floor and knows how to keep equipmentrunning safely, efficiently, and profitably. Key Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical maintenance for high-demand equipment: pumps,presses, fans, dryers, refiners, gearboxes, conveyors, and more
• Lead preventative and predictive maintenance efforts, includingvibration, oil, and thermal analysis
• Manage repair projects,shutdowns, and capital maintenance efforts from concept toexecution
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production,safety, procurement) to align operations with KPIs and plant goals
• Monitor and enforce compliance with OSHA, EPA, and otherregulatory standards
• Supervise contractors and internal techteams during overhauls and installations
• Contribute to budgetforecasting, project planning, and cost control strategies
• Serveas part of the plant’s emergency response and on-call supportstructure Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in MechanicalEngineering or related technical discipline
• 10 years ofmechanical maintenance leadership in heavy industrial or paper/pulpmanufacturing
• Strong working knowledge of steam systems, rotatingmachinery, high-horsepower motors, MCCs, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Experience with CMMS systems and a deep understanding ofreliability-centered maintenance (RCM/TPM)
• Proven track recordmanaging projects and solving field-based mechanical issues
• Ability to lead teams, develop talent, and deliver results underpressure Preferred Qualifications
• Capital project managementexperience
• Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma tools andmethodologies
• Training experience or background in technicalskill development
• CMRP or OSHA 30 certification Why Join Us?
• Competitive compensation and relocation support for qualifiedcandidates
• Stable, well-respected manufacturer with long-terminvestment in its people and plant
• Opportunity to take ownershipof reliability initiatives and mentor future technical leaders
• Work for a company where your mechanical expertise makes a directimpact Additional Info
• This is an on-site position in Passaic,NJ.
• On-call availability is expected (24/7 support as needed).
• Must be authorized to work in the U.

S. Sponsorship is notavailable. Apply today to bring your mechanical maintenanceexperience where it counts—on the floor, in the plant, and at thecenter of operations.