Automation & Maintenance Manager

• You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road—helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us.

YOUR ROLE

• As Automation & Maintenance Manager on our team: is responsible for ensuring the reliability and operational efficiency of all machinery, equipment, and automated systems in the facility. This role combines leadership in maintenance programs (e.g., PM, TPM) with the strategic implementation and upkeep of automation technologies to meet production goals, improve efficiency, and ensure safety. 

In your daily job you will:

Equipment Uptime & Reliability: 

• Maximize the efficiency and operational availability of all manufacturing assets, including SMT equipment, robotic welding, assembly lines, and facility infrastructure.

Maintenance Program Management: 

• Oversee and implement maintenance and reliability systems such as Preventive Maintenance (PM), Predictive Maintenance, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and corrective action plans to reduce downtime (MTTR, MTBF).

Automation & Control Systems: 

• Provide troubleshooting, maintenance, and programming support for PLCs, HMIs, sensors, drives, industrial communication networks, and robotic systems.

Project Management: 

• Lead the design, installation, buy-off, and start-up of new equipment and automation projects, ensuring alignment with production needs and continuous improvement initiatives.

Team Leadership & Development: 

• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and mentor maintenance teams and engineers. Establish clear job expectations and performance evaluations.

Safety & Compliance: 

• Enforce OSHA standards, implement Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols, and promote a strong safety culture to ensure a zero-incident work environment.

Inventory & Budget Management: 

• Prepare and manage maintenance budgets, monitor spare parts inventory, and manage vendor relationships and contracts for external services.

Data & Reporting: 

• Utilize SAP/ERP or Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for planning, tracking, and reporting on maintenance activities and key performance indicators (KPIs) like OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness). 

YOUR BACKGROUND

• Key skills and competencies for succeeding in this role are:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering

• 3-5 years of experience in maintenance leadership within a manufacturing environment, specifically experience leading technical staff in the repair of automation or robotics systems.

• English level advanced (must)

• Hands-on expertise in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, strong understanding of control systems, and experience with Industry 4.0 concepts.

WHY JOIN US?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.

• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.

You have support.

• We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package

YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV:

• Compensation package, including major medical and life insurance

• Flexible retirement plan.

• Learning, growth, and professional development in a globally recognized international environment.

• Access to training, coaching, and internal and external certifications
  Scholarships.

• Recognition of innovation and excellence.

• Opportunities to give back to the community.

• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world.

• Recognition of innovation and excellence.

• Tuition reimbursement.

APPLY TODAY, AND TOGETHER LET’S CHANGE TOMORROW! 

• “Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law”