Job description
Senior Maintenance Engineer / Maintenance Manager Experience: 10+ Years Industry: Solar PV Module Manufacturing Professional Experience Over 10 years of experience in maintenance of solar PV module manufacturing equipment. Expertise in preventive, predictive, breakdown, and corrective maintenance of fully and semi-automatic production lines.
Hands-on experience with Stringer Machines, Layup Stations, Bussing Machines, Laminators, Framing Machines, Junction Box Fixing Machines, EL Testers, Hi-Pot Testers, Flash Testers, IV Testers, Cleaning Machines, and Packing Lines. Responsible for maximizing machine uptime and achieving production targets through effective maintenance planning.
Conducted root cause analysis (RCA) and implemented corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to minimize recurring breakdowns. Planned preventive maintenance schedules and annual shutdown maintenance activities. Managed installation, commissioning, and calibration of new manufacturing equipment. Maintained utilities including air compressors, chillers, vacuum pumps, DG sets, transformers, LT panels, UPS systems, HVAC, and compressed air pipelines.
Led a maintenance team of engineers and technicians, ensuring adherence to safety and maintenance SOPs. Implemented TPM, 5S, Kaizen, and Lean Manufacturing initiatives to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). Coordinated with Production, Quality, Process Engineering, and Stores departments for smooth manufacturing operations.
Managed spare parts inventory, vendor development, annual maintenance contracts (AMC), and maintenance budgets. Ensured compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, electrical safety standards, and EHS requirements. Monitored maintenance KPIs such as MTBF, MTTR, equipment availability, downtime analysis, and maintenance costs.
Supported automation projects and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency. Technical Skills Solar PV Module Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance PLC & HMI Troubleshooting (Siemens/Delta/Mitsubishi) Servo Drives & VFDs Pneumatic & Hydraulic Systems Electrical and Mechanical Maintenance Utility Equipment Maintenance Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Root Cause Analysis (RCA) CAPA Implementation TPM, 5S, Lean Manufacturing OEE Improvement Spare Parts & Inventory Management Team Management & Vendor Coordination Requirements Qualification Diploma/B.
Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Mechatronics Engineering. Experience: 10+ years in solar PV module manufacturing, with exposure to automated production lines and utility maintenance.