Job Description

Manufacturing Maintenance Engineer - Oakville, ON
TalentWorld is recruiting a hands-on Manufacturing Maintenance Engineer in Oakville, ON for one of its valued partners.
This role is ideal for an engineer who spends time on the production floor, is comfortable troubleshooting equipment in real time, and takes ownership of resolving manufacturing and facility issues from root cause through permanent corrective action. You will be a visible presence in operations, supporting maintenance teams, diagnosing equipment failures, and ensuring production issues are addressed quickly and effectively.
This position blends engineering leadership with hands-on execution and is best suited for someone who enjoys being directly involved with equipment, people, and processes. This is not a desk-only or design-focused engineering role.
In this position, you will support and lead maintenance and engineering activities across the facility, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure equipment reliability, safety, and optimal production performance.
Schedule
Monday to Friday, day shift
What's in it for you
$110,000 annually (salary range)
Full range of medical and dental benefits
Full-time, permanent employment
Opportunity to work in a hands-on, improvement-focused engineering role
Manufacturing Maintenance Engineer Responsibilities
Act as a hands-on engineering resource on the production floor, supporting maintenance and operations during equipment downtime, breakdowns, and recurring issues
Lead root cause troubleshooting of manufacturing and facility equipment issues, working directly with maintenance technicians to implement permanent corrective actions
Support and lead maintenance and engineering activities across the facility
Design, implement, and continuously improve preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and uptime
Analyze downtime, maintenance trends, and performance metrics using CMMS tools to drive measurable improvements
Provide technical coaching and guidance to maintenance technicians to strengthen troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities
Collaborate closely with Operations, EHS, and Quality teams to ensure a safe, compliant, and efficient manufacturing environment
Support equipment selection, layout planning, installation, upgrades, and commissioning, with a focus on maintainability and lifecycle performance
Support new product and process introductions to ensure equipment readiness and smooth implementation into production
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including preventive maintenance procedures, troubleshooting guides, and AutoCAD drawings
Lead or contribute to continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen) focused on reducing downtime, improving throughput, and enhancing overall equipment effectiveness
Manufacturing Maintenance Engineer Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering
5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or maintenance engineering environment
Proven success leading or supporting equipment reliability, maintenance, or process improvement initiatives
Strong hands-on troubleshooting skills with manufacturing and facility equipment
Experience designing or improving preventive maintenance programs
Proficiency with CMMS software, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
Ability to analyze data, identify root causes, and implement practical, permanent solutions
Strong communication and leadership skills with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
Analytical, hands-on, and results-driven approach
This posting is for a position that is currently vacant within one of our client organizations or within our own.
Interested in the Manufacturing Maintenance Engineer role in Oakville, ON? Apply now - and you could have a job tomorrow!
Accommodation is available upon request to support your participation during all stages of the recruitment process.
TalentWorld is a Canadian leader in staffing, offering diverse opportunities for professional growth, flexible schedules, and career advancement. Embracing diversity, all are welcome to apply.
Please note that AI tools may be used to support the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.
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