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Engineering & Maintenance Manager

Specialized Recruiting Group - Boxborough, MA

Location
Ayer, MA · On site
Compensation
$131,000 – $160,000
Job type
Direct hire
Experience
Mid Level (5-8 yrs exp.)
Industry
Pharmaceuticals

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About the role

This hands-on leadership role is responsible for driving capital projects, improving equipment reliability, overseeing maintenance programs, and supporting plant growth while ensuring safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the engineering, maintenance, and facilities teams to support safe and efficient plant operations.
  • Manage capital (CAPEX) projects from planning through implementation, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
  • Oversee preventive maintenance programs, CMMS, work order systems, spare parts inventory, and equipment reliability initiatives.
  • Develop engineering solutions that improve production, quality, safety, and operational efficiency.
  • Partner with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and other departments on equipment installations, facility improvements, and manufacturing projects.
  • Manage department budgets, contractors, and third-party vendors.
  • Lead equipment startups, commissioning, qualifications (IQ/OQ), troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Hire, coach, develop, and evaluate engineering and maintenance team members.
  • Ensure compliance with GMP, food safety, ISO standards, and regulatory

Must-haves

MUST HAVES

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
  • 7+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing maintenance or engineering teams.
  • Experience managing CAPEX projects, preventive maintenance programs, and equipment reliability initiatives.
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule and provide occasional on-call support. Salary : $128,544-$155,000

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonus (15%) program
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
  • Employee discount programs

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