ENGINEERING AND MAINTENANCE MANAGER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
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Updated: Mar 11, 2026. The Engineering and Maintenance Manager has proven experience in high-speed manufacturing, industrial maintenance leadership, and plant engineering, driving measurable improvements in equipment reliability and production efficiency. This role requires expertise in reliability engineering, PLC automation, CMMS systems, Lean manufacturing, TPM, Six Sigma, and capital project management within regulated manufacturing environments. The strategic leader is skilled in maintenance budgeting, risk mitigation, root cause analysis, and team development to deliver continuous improvement and operational excellence at an enterprise scale.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Engineering and Maintenance Manager Resume
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- CAD Software
- Maintenance Planning
- Preventive Maintenance
- Reliability Engineering
- Budget Management
- Risk Assessment
- Project Management
- Troubleshooting
- Leadership
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Conflict Resolution
- Negotiation
- Attention to Detail
Summary of Engineering and Maintenance Manager Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BS in Industrial Engineering with 5 years of Experience
- Experience in high-speed food or CPG manufacturing within maintenance /technical leadership.
- Experience working as an Engineering/Maintenance Manager within a large, high-speed Fortune 500 food or CPG manufacturing plant.
- Autonomous maintenance experience/TPM/Lean, and culture change experience.
- Experience with hands-on TPM/Lean Six Sigma projects and implementation.
- Experience leading a large team within a setting, and the ability to lead through culture change.
- Working knowledge of autonomous and/or predictive maintenance.
- Excellent track record of success and results.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- A clear understanding of engineering economics and project justification.
- Strong communication and listening skills.
2. BS in Civil Engineering with 7 years of Experience
- Equivalent knowledge in mechanical or electrical sciences.
- Experience in a plant maintenance leadership role.
- Extensive plant-level experience with significant proven management experience.
- Understanding of how to execute an apprenticeship/training program with a mechanical/ electrical/electronic discipline.
- Technical capability and understanding of mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
- Experience managing Profit and Loss (P&L) responsibilities for maintenance.
- Understanding of manufacturing and procurement/supply chain.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Experience developing and maintaining a CMMS system.
- A working knowledge of SAP.
- Experience developing a maintenance planning department that extensively plans both runtime and downtime activities.
- Experience managing large capital projects.
- Good verbal communication skills, including active listening and the ability to translate complex information.
3. BS in Mechanical Engineering with 6 years of Experience
- Experience in managing large capital projects.
- Work experience managing teams.
- Working knowledge of maintenance and reliability.
- Proven project manager, able to handle all aspects of a project, whether on my own or working with engineering firms and vendors.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to multi-task.
- Interpersonal skills and comprehensive oral and written skills.
- Experience with spray drying processes, dairy processes, and related utility equipment.
- Experience working in a maintenance and reliability department.
- Hold Project Management certifications.
- Working knowledge of process safety concepts, particularly with explosion protection and fire protection.
- Familiarity with plant maintenance software and implementation.
- Background in Six Sigma or other related processes.
4. BS in Electrical Engineering with 8 years of Experience
- Relevant experience in fast-moving consumer products or related manufacturing environments with emphasis on experience with high-speed packaging equipment and process controls.
- Results-driven with good leadership skills and a hands-on approach.
- Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with the ability to communicate and influence at all levels.
- Proven change agent with a passion for manufacturing, engineering, and people development.
- Proven experience in predictive maintenance tools and techniques.
- An enthusiastic and systemic approach to problem-solving.
- Resiliency, ability to prioritize, and work under pressure.
- Able to challenge the status quo and motivate the teams to constantly strive for improved levels of performance.
- Familiar with modern manufacturing techniques, including Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Six Sigma, Lean Supply Chain, and Manufacturing methods.
- Effective oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to take initiative, commitment, to meet deadlines, and to work in a team environment.
- Proficiency with PC-based applications.
5. BS in Chemical Engineering with 9 years of Experience
- Experience in an industrial setting with relevant supervisory experience.
- Technical or craft experience (hands-on) in IE equipment in Chemical, or related Industrial fields.
- Strong exposure to maintenance principles and practices.
- Demonstrated success in positions of progressive supervisory responsibility.
- Extensive working knowledge of field maintenance processes in Instrumentation, Analyzers, Electrical, and other IE equipment in an industrial environment.
- Ability to manage multiple activities and prioritize tasks with minimal direction or oversight.
- Knowledge of root cause analysis and very strong troubleshooting capability.
- Proven safety experience/training and leadership including confined space, lockout/tagout, hot work, safe work permits, personal protective equipment, and other critical safety procedures.
- Ability to learn any potential new Engineering processes/systems and equipment quickly.
- Working knowledge of functions and design/operation of plant instruments and electrical equipment, process and products, methods development and procedures, industrial and personnel administration, labor relations, repair maintenance of instruments and electrical equipment.
- Ability to prepare, administer, and monitor departmental budgets.
- Technical expertise in field instrumentation including temperature, pressure, level, flow, and other field devices.
6. BS in Manufacturing Engineering with 13 years of Experience
- Experience leading and improving maintenance and reliability in an industrial environment where managing personnel, logistics, production, and workplace safety were a requirement.
- Experience successfully leading and developing a team of engineers.
- Demonstrated success in implementing and optimizing reliability maintenance systems and processes.
- Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and facility systems.
- Excellent leadership skills that include proven ability to coach and develop team members to a higher level of performance.
- Ability to work in a team environment actively promoting collaboration, teamwork, and conflict resolution.
- Experience developing and managing budgets to maximize asset reliability.
- Demonstrated planning, organizing, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects concurrently.
- Computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Demonstrated experience with Root Cause Analysis tools.
- Exemplary communication skills, both written and oral, as well as highly developed interpersonal skills.
- Experience in the pulp and paper industry.
- Knowledge of Project Management Best Practices and Methodology.
- Use and knowledge of SAP’s Plant and Materials Management
- Experience working in a Union environment.
7. BS in Civil Engineering with 7 years of Experience
- Demonstrated success in safety, reliability, process improvement, preventive/predictive maintenance, planning/scheduling, storeroom operation, outage planning, and capital project management.
- Familiarity with electrical systems, tools, equipment, codes, and safety procedures.
- Familiar with high-voltage power distribution.
- Familiarity with mechanical systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, boiler operation, steam systems, precision alignment, vibration analysis, pumps, and rigging.
- Experience with equipment service and repair practices for paper machines and stock prep systems.
- Familiarity with computer software programs, such as Microsoft Office Suite, DCS process systems, CMMS systems, work order management, and CAD.
- Demonstrated ability to achieve results through mentoring others with effective coaching/accountability, facilitation, presentation, and team-building skills.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents.
- Maintenance leadership experience, preferably in a paper mill environment.
- Supervisory experience and skills in coaching and developing individual employees and teams to perform at their best.
- Organizational skills for scheduling maintenance tasks and ensuring job completion, even during emergencies.
- Strong root cause and failure analysis skills.
8. BS in Mechanical Engineering with 6 years of Experience
- Maintenance experience in an Industrial Environment, including direct supervision experience.
- Experience working in plants with high-speed production lines, i.e., packaging, consumer package goods, and F&B manufacturing.
- Experience with 5S, reliability-centered maintenance techniques, and Lean manufacturing.
- Plant Startup or Plant Expansion experience.
- Skilled in directing root cause analysis and corrective action processes to resolve recurring equipment failures.
- Good at operational risk assessment and mitigation planning.
- Structured problem-solving and data-driven decision-making.
- Strong people development, teaming, and collaborative decision-making skills.
- Proficient typing skills and comfortable with Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook/e-mail.
- Must be able to learn and effectively use local business systems and CMMS systems.
- Must be flexible to adapt to changing and varying work requirements.
9. BS in Industrial Engineering with 9 years of Experience
- Experience preferably in engineering, business, operations management, or a similar field.
- Lean Six Sigma experience, proven by successful completion of a major improvement project.
- Working knowledge of reliability engineering principles and asset lifecycle management.
- Understanding of industrial safety regulations and compliance standards (e.g., OSHA, ISO, or equivalent).
- Experience in managing maintenance budgets and capital expenditure planning for equipment upgrades, facility improvements, and lifecycle management.
- Good at facility utilities systems management (HVAC, compressed air, power distribution, and water systems).
- Ability to think quickly, take initiative, think creatively, and challenge the team to do the same.
- Strong skills in project management.
- Proven ability to work in a results-oriented, dynamic environment.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to get results through mentoring others.
- Effective stakeholder communication skills.
- Strategic planning and prioritization of maintenance activities.
10. BS in Electrical Engineering with 7 years of Experience
- Experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
- Maintenance experience in a food and beverage environment with a progressive career path.
- Work experience in a maintenance supervisory position with frontline employees.
- Strong employee relations, interpersonal, team building, and verbal/written communication skills.
- Computer proficiency, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SAP/CMMS.
- PLC and Allen-Bradley proficiency.
- Proven track record of driving improvement through TPM or LSS.
- Ability to function successfully in a fast-paced, changing work environment.
- Strong planning and organizational skills.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to flex schedule to accommodate production needs.
11. BS in Chemical Engineering with 12 years of Experience
- Background in TPM or similar Lean manufacturing environments.
- Significant experience in a chemical or manufacturing plant-based maintenance engineering team.
- Experience in management, including 1st line management and budget management.
- Working knowledge of key legislation, including HASAWA, PSSR, PUWER, LOLER, Electricity at Work, COSHH, DSEAR, L8, and COMAH.
- Experience managing HSEQ Standards, preferably on a Top Tier COMAH site.
- Practitioner in formal problem-solving tools, e.g., RCA, 5 whys, Fish-bones, etc.)
- Technical leadership in multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Strategic thinking in maintenance and operational planning.
- Clear communication of technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
- Decision-making under operational constraints.
- Commitment to continuous operational improvement and reliability excellence.
12. BS in Manufacturing Engineering with 8 years of Experience
- Maintenance and Engineering experience.
- Experience in selecting and installing automation.
- Strong project management experience.
- Baked goods and frozen food experience.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation processes, procedures, and regulatory standards such as SQF, HACCP, and FSMA.
- Experience with SQF, 3rd party Food Safety, Quality Audits.
- Total productive maintenance (TPM) experience.
- Excellent management, verbal skills, and hands-on management style.
- Operational risk awareness and proactive issue mitigation.
- Structured decision-making in complex operational environments.
- Good at stakeholder engagement across technical and operational functions.
- Skilled in performance monitoring and continuous improvement orientation.
13. BS in Maintenance Engineering with 10 years of Experience
- Experience with food manufacturing, including food safety, quality, and manufacturing concepts.
- Understanding of principles and practices of plant maintenance programs.
- Working knowledge of principles and practices of managing capital projects.
- Understanding of principles and practices of maintenance, electrical, electronics, PLC, fabrication, and welding.
- Working knowledge of principles and practices of refrigeration and steam production.
- Knowledge of financial forecasting, budgeting, and accounting.
- Working knowledge of FDA and OSHA regulations, GMPs, Sanitation, and HACCP.
- Understanding of associated processing equipment and engineering.
- Understanding of principles and practices of continuous improvement concepts and related application techniques.
- Knowledge of Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
- Good at stakeholder relationship management across technical and operational teams.
14. BS in Process Engineering with 13 years of Experience
- Experience in a high-speed bottling plant.
- Proven track record of leading a team of Managers.
- Knowledge of SAP, Planned Maintenance, Environmental, and Quality Systems.
- LEAN, Six Sigma, TPM, MMS, and/or Manufacturing Excellence experience.
- MMS and TRACC system experience.
- Thorough working knowledge and demonstrated expertise in all areas of high-speed bottling activities, including machine operations, machine changeovers, start-up, shut-down, package quality, OSHA standards, and BATF compliance.
- Strong analytical and budgeting skills.
- Strategic decision-making under operational constraints.
- Excellent organization skills.
- Good at conflict resolution and stakeholder alignment.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities, prioritize effectively, and manage time.
- Attention to operational detail and quality assurance.
15. BS in Mechatronics Engineering with 6 years of Experience
- Experience working with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems.
- Working knowledge of CAD/CAM programs (Autodesk products, SolidWorks).
- Experience with control systems (PLC, DCS, Loop controllers).
- Agility to find optimal engineering solutions to challenging problems in equipment design.
- Strong analytical skills and the flexibility to perform varied tasks with consistent high quality.
- Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to efficiently coordinate and communicate with internal as well as external partners and present results to team members and supervisors.
- Ability to self-direct toward individual milestones as part of team projects with a strong sense of responsibility, urgency, and high energy, with positive behavior.
- Business-fluent English skills.
16. BA in Operations Management with 9 years of Experience
- Maintenance and engineering, and project management experience, preferably in a technical or manufacturing environment.
- Experience in a regulated industry, like the pharmaceutical, food, or comparable industry.
- Working knowledge of industrial asset reliability strategies and lifecycle management.
- Understanding of condition-based maintenance technologies and equipment diagnostics.
- Good at engineering documentation control, including technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance manuals.
- Strong people management and leadership skills.
- Good prioritizing skills, able to make decisions in case of (time) pressure.
- Strong focus on safety, quality/compliance, and customers.
- Innovative abilities, strong drive to improve.
- Strong team player.
- Strong oral and written communication skills in both Dutch and English.
17. BS in Reliability Engineering with 11 years of Experience
- Knowledge of reliability engineering principles and their application in industrial maintenance environments.
- Experience in organizing and managing maintenance operations, including maintenance processes and supporting systems.
- Expertise in maintenance and material management, ensuring efficient spare parts planning and asset reliability.
- Hands-on experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), preferably SAP-PM.
- Experience implementing Manufacturing Excellence and continuous improvement practices in a production environment.
- Practical knowledge of statistical analysis methods, such as Six Sigma (Green Belt level).
- Experience in contractor management, including selection, coordination, and performance monitoring.
- cGMP knowledge and compliance experience.
- Proven experience in maintenance and project management, preferably within the (bio-)chemical or food industry.
- Experience in leading a maintenance department, including budgeting and financial reporting.
- Strong people management and leadership skills with the ability to drive team performance.
- Fluent in Dutch and English.
18. BS in Materials Science and Engineering with 14 years of Experience
- Work experience in equipment engineering, process engineering, or related fields, ideally in Life Science or the medical device industry.
- Demonstrated abilities in one or more of the following areas: Chemical process and/or mechanical system design, Roll goods/web-based manufacturing, Materials science, and polymer chemistry.
- Experience in managing and leading technical teams.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to travel internationally several times per year.
- Ability to translate and communicate detailed data analysis to all levels of the organization and staff with varying levels of knowledge and experience.
- Experience with equipment and process validation process (URS, FAT/SAT, DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ).
- Effective ability in creating, editing, and reviewing drawings and schematics, including Process Flow Diagrams and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams.
- In-depth knowledge of all maintenance functions (e.g., staffing, preventive maintenance, calibration, etc.) and building facilities and systems (HEPA filtered HVAC, high-purity water systems, building management systems, etc.).
- Experience with project and construction management.
- Experience in ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems.
- Knowledge of OSHA and experience in EHS.
19. BS in Automation Engineering with 8 years of Experience
- Experience in plant engineering and manufacturing with supervisory/management experience.
- Food manufacturing experience.
- Experience in manufacturing maintenance management, preferably in a food manufacturing plant, with emphasis on automated packaging equipment.
- Technical and supervisory experience in electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, instrumentation, and automation/robotics.
- Working knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLC’s), computer automation theories, software, and hardware.
- Ability to read, develop, and alter schematic diagrams, equipment, and architectural drawings.
- Ability to modify the plant layout of an equipment area to enhance its efficiency or accommodate new equipment.
- Experience in managing all maintenance tasks (PM, CM, PdM, etc.), developing and reporting metrics such as MTBF, MTTR, PM completion percentage, and asset costs by utilizing a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Ability to manage projects and negotiate effectively with external vendors and contractors.
- Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
20. BS in Broadcast Engineering with 10 years of Experience
- In-depth knowledge of television broadcast systems, broadcast IT infrastructure, and computer systems used in media operations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of initiative and collaboration, yet a proactive and innovative approach to solving problems.
- Industry knowledge, including emerging broadcast technologies and competing media solutions.
- Experience in the design, implementation, or maintenance of Broadcast IT facilities.
- Familiarity with Cisco networking components and IP-based broadcast networks.
- Hands-on experience with broadcast video servers and automation systems such as Grass Valley Morpheus, ITX, or Sony Crispin.
- Experience working with Telestream Vantage workflows and transcoding platforms.
- Knowledge of on-premise and cloud-based storage solutions, including AWS cloud infrastructure and applications.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Visio for technical documentation and system design.
- Understanding of IP video standards such as SMPTE 2110 and SMPTE 2059 PTP.
- Experience with media production and editing platforms, including Avid Media Composer, Media Central, Adobe Premiere, and EVS systems.
- Knowledge of RF systems, satellite uplinks, signal acquisition, and the ability to interpret waveform monitors and video signal validation (including AFD presence).
- Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, RHCSE, PMP, or ITIL Foundation.
21. BS in Industrial Technology with 12 years of Experience
- Experience in a manufacturing/production environment leading maintenance and engineering.
- Manufacturing plant engineering/management experience, including financial management, project development, and project management experience in a high-volume/technology manufacturing sector.
- TPM-based training and experience in implementing Total Productive Maintenance programs in manufacturing environments.
- Proven experience leading TPM or Lean initiatives in manufacturing operations.
- Hands-on experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
- Extensive experience with IBM Maximo.
- Previous team or department leadership experience within maintenance or engineering functions.
- Strong career growth and added responsibilities, along with activities that are data-driven based on reliability analytics.
- Strong PC skills, including Windows, Word, and Excel.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Practical understanding and application of Six Sigma/DMAIC methodologies, with Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
- Professional certifications such as SMRP, CPMM, or CMRP.
22. BS in HVAC Engineering Technology with 7 years of Experience
- Strong knowledge of mechanical and engineering concepts, maintenance strategies, and HVAC industry terminology and systems.
- Solid understanding of mechanical components, including gearboxes, couplings, cams, conveyors, lubrication systems, chains/sprockets, belts/pulleys, bearings, thermocouples, heating elements, drive line components, glue systems, and machine guarding.
- Hands-on experience in troubleshooting and repairing pneumatic, mechanical, and drive systems on equipment such as packaging lines, overwrap machines, case packers/erectors, conveyors, processing, and facility equipment.
- Working knowledge of motor starters, proximity switches, sensors, and the use of diagnostic tools such as multimeters and amp probes.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical and pneumatic schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical blueprints for efficient troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of local and national electrical codes and industrial compliance standards.
- Proficiency in using hand tools, shop equipment, and standard maintenance tools.
- Strong commitment to safety, with the ability to follow LOTO procedures, confined space requirements, and plant safety and GMP standards.
- Ability to work at heights and in industrial environments, including hot, cold, or dusty conditions.
- Eligibility for fall protection, LOTO, and forklift certification.
- Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure and make sound technical decisions.
- Proficiency in computer systems and Microsoft Office applications, with working knowledge of AutoCAD.
23. BA in Engineering Management with 15 years of Experience
- Progressive experience in maintenance/engineering management in a manufacturing facility.
- Prior experience in kaizen, operational excellence, Lean/Six Sigma, or business operating systems with heavy process orientation.
- Demonstrated ability to drive and execute process improvement and project execution.
- Direct industry experience in food/pharmaceutical/flavor/feed manufacturing or processing environment.
- Lean/Six Sigma certified (Green/Black belt).
- Experience in a SQF-certified manufacturing environment
- Leadership skills to provide effective performance management of the engineering and maintenance staff at the plant.
- Professional skills and competencies to recruit and hire highly qualified and capable staff for the engineering and maintenance department at the plant.
- Solid financial skills to manage large budgets and projects.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills to engage in and deliver meaningful and constructive communications across a wide range of audiences, from entry-level production operators all the way to the board of directors.
- Advanced computer skills, including MS Office products, Visio, MS Project, MMS systems, and ERP systems.
- Understanding of basic networking principles and setups.
- Understanding of Controls Systems and basic ladder logic principles, AutoCAD.
- Operator skills to operate a variety of Powered Industrial Trucks, and a familiarity with equipment operation as well.
- Technical writing skills and skills in the presentation of technical information, for effective delivery of complex information to audiences of technical, professional, and lay audiences.
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