Maintenance Engineering Manager - Automotive Manufacturer

Burnham, Illinois Permanent USD110,000 - USD130,000 per year View Job Description
My client is looking for a Maintenance Engineering Manager to oversee engineering, maintenance, and facilities within a manufacturing operation. This role drives equipment reliability, process improvement, and facility performance while ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality production. The ideal candidate is a strong people leader with a data‑driven, continuous‑improvement mindset.
  • Annual bonuses based on personal/company metrics!
  • Opportunities for tuition reimbursemenf!

About Our Client

My client is a well‑established Tier 1 automotive manufacturer with a strong footprint across North America. Partnering with some of the most recognized OEMs in the industry, they have built long‑standing relationships that have fueled their continued success. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organization with an exciting growth trajectory ahead.

Job Description

  • Provide leadership and direction for Engineering, Maintenance, and Facilities teams.
  • Ensure reliability and readiness of manufacturing equipment, tooling, and building systems.
  • Champion safety and regulatory compliance across all engineering and maintenance activities.
  • Manage department staffing, performance, budgets, KPIs, and resource planning.
  • Oversee preventive maintenance programs and CMMS performance.
  • Lead cross‑functional launch readiness and support new program development, including capital planning, tooling, equipment installation, and validation.
  • Manage engineering changes for existing and new programs, ensuring alignment on cost, timing, and execution.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, uptime, cost, and quality.
  • Ensure accurate documentation and effective communication across teams.



Please apply below, if you're resume looks to fit in with the criteria. From there, Ben Aldrich from Michael Page will reach out in the next 48 hours if deemed a fit!

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The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of engineering or maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, industrial automation, and facility systems.
  • Experience with CMMS, preventive maintenance, and equipment reliability programs.
  • Working knowledge of quality and launch methodologies (e.g., APQP, PPAP, FMEA).
  • Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and collaborate cross‑functionally.
  • Strong problem‑solving, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Sponsorship NOT provided

What's on Offer

  • Base salary $110,000 - $130,000 depending on level of experience
  • Annual bonus incentive based on company performance + personal metrics (~10%)
  • 3 weeks PTO + company holidays (including plant shutdown)
  • 401k program with employer match
  • Comprehensive health benefits through BCBS
Contact
Ben Aldrich
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6996963

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Maintenance, Reliability
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Burnham
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Aldrich
Job Reference
JN-042026-6996963