Top 75 Mechanical engineer – maintenance & continuous improvement Jobs in Columbus

Mechanical Engineer – Maintenance & Continuous Improvement
Cerelia Bakery Canada LP —Whitehall, OH
- $70,000 - $78,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Analysis skills
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Robotic Operations Support Specialist, weekend shift
Path Robotics —Columbus, OH
- $60,000 - $72,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Customer service
- Bachelor of Science
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Lead Transmission Line Engineer
Leidos —Columbus, OH
- $92,300 - $166,850 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Relocation assistance
- Flexible schedule
Reliability Engineer
Abbott Laboratories —Columbus, OH
- $61,300 - $122,700 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Mechanical Subject Matter Expert
Meta —New Albany, OH
- $114,000 - $168,000 a year
- System design
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
Reliability Engineer
Walor North America —Columbus, OH
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Manager of Maintenance and Automation Solutions
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. —New Albany, OH
- Full-time
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Contracts
- Store discount
- Paid parental leave
Sr. Associate Technical Engineer- Day Shift 12 Hour (6:00am-6:00pm)
Amgen —New Albany, OH
- $84,508.70 - $114,335.30 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Process Engineer
Amsted Rail —Groveport, OH
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Mentoring
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Engineer, Facilities
Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Research
- Mentoring
- Contracts
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Mechanical Design Technician
The Lincoln Electric Company —Columbus, OH
- $58,977 - $102,840 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Opportunities for advancement
Mechanical/Reliability Engineer
Essilor and Subsidiaries —Groveport, OH
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Sr. Manager Engineering (Facilities)
Amgen —New Albany, OH
- $148,715.15 - $201,202.85 a year
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Engineer R & D
Owens Corning —Granville, OH
- Microsoft Outlook
- Engineering
- 3 years
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Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, Intelligence Systems
Anduril Industries —Ashville, OH
- $111,000 - $147,000 a year
- Email
- 5 years
- System design
- Analysis skills
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Mechanical Controls Engineer, Controls Design eXecution
Amazon Data Services, Inc. —Columbus, OH
- $116,800 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Field Engineer (Columbus, OH) - Automated Logic
Carrier —Westerville, OH
- $53,000 - $106,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Wellness program
- Paid jury duty
Facility Plant Engineer
Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Research
- 3 years
- Senior level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Product Lifecycle Mechanical Engineer, Data Center Mechanical Products & Services
Amazon Data Services, Inc. —Columbus, OH
- $116,800 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Travel
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
5d
Engineering & Maintenance Manager
AkzoNobel —Columbus, OH
- $120,000 - $135,000 a year
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Analysis skills
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance

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Mechanical Engineer – Maintenance & Continuous Improvement

Cerelia Bakery Canada LP -
Whitehall, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $78,000 a year

Qualifications

Equipment service recordkeeping
Mechanical valves
Cleaning and sanitation procedure implementation
PLC-based control system operation
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
Food production
Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Fabrication
Machine setup
Performance improvement leadership
Engineering equipment malfunctions diagnostics
Microsoft Excel
Content creation for technical audiences
Equipment setup (production tasks)
Defect resolution root cause analysis
Safety training program participation as safety practice
Food processing plant experience
Mechanical fabrication
Machine operation
Pneumatic machine repair
Technical documentation
Defect analysis
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial equipment adjustment
Technical writing experience within manufacturing
Engineering process optimization
Reliability analysis
Electrical schematic reading and interpretation
Routine inspections
Employee relationship building

Full Job Description

About the Opportunity
We are seeking an entry-level Mechanical Engineer to support maintenance operations in a refrigerated dough manufacturing environment. This role blends hands-on maintenance technician responsibilities with engineering-focused process improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and improving equipment reliability, executing preventive and corrective maintenance, and driving operational excellence through development of standard operating procedures (SOPs), process documentation, and continuous improvement projects.

This role plays a critical part in reducing downtime, improving equipment performance, and building sustainable systems that enhance production efficiency and product quality.

This role will report directly to our Maintenance Manager
Key Responsibilities
1. Maintenance & Technical Execution

Troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical issues on production equipment and restore functionality.
Perform preventive maintenance (PM), predictive, corrective, and condition-based maintenance activities to reduce breakdowns.
Execute scheduled work orders and maintenance inspections during planned downtime windows.
Operate, set up, start up, adjust, shut down, and perform changeovers on production equipment according to company standards.
Maintain and improve line equipment reliability and performance.
Read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic, hydraulic, and steam systems including cylinders, valves, compressors, and piping.
Support fabrication of small machine parts, guards, and modifications as needed.

2. Process Documentation & SOP Development

Develop, document, and standardize maintenance procedures and workflows using CMMS (MaintainX).
Create and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and technical documentation for equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Translate troubleshooting learnings into standardized procedures to prevent recurring failures.
Support creation of visual aids, job plans, and maintenance standards to improve technician consistency and efficiency.
Ensure accurate documentation of completed work orders, inspections, and improvements within CMMS.

3. Continuous Improvement & Reliability Engineering

Analyze equipment failures and implement corrective actions to eliminate root causes.
Identify opportunities to improve uptime, reduce waste, and optimize maintenance strategies.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, efficiency, and changeover reduction.
Support data-driven decision-making using maintenance KPIs (downtime, MTBF, MTTR, etc.).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production flow and material sequencing.

4. Team Collaboration & Communication

Coordinate with maintenance and production teams to schedule and execute maintenance activities.
Communicate across shifts to ensure continuity of maintenance efforts and equipment performance.
Support team initiatives, best practices, and department improvement ideas.
Maintain strong working relationships with cross-functional teams.
Provide mentorship and knowledge sharing on equipment, troubleshooting, and processes as skills develop.

5. Quality & Food Safety

Follow all food safety, regulatory, and quality standards (SQF, HACCP, GMPs).
Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment during all operations. Word]
Perform required quality checks and complete associated documentation.

6. Health & Safety

Follow all company safety policies and OSHA requirements.
Adhere to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), fall protection, hot work, and other safety programs.
Identify and report unsafe conditions and take corrective actions.

Qualifications
Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) required

Experience

Entry-level (0–2 years) experience in manufacturing, maintenance, or engineering environments preferred
Internship or co-op experience in industrial or food manufacturing is a plus

Technical Skills
Strong foundational knowledge of:

Mechanical systems
Electrical basics
Pneumatics and hydraulics
PLC fundamentals
Ability to read technical drawings and schematics
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.) and CMMS systems

Soft Skills

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Effective communication and teamwork
Time management and task prioritization
Continuous improvement mindset with attention to detail

Physical & Work Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks (standing, bending, stooping)
Willingness to work off-shifts, weekends, or holidays as needed

What This Role Offers

Hands-on experience bridging engineering and maintenance
Ownership of real process improvements and SOP development
Exposure to food manufacturing, reliability engineering, and lean practices
Career pathway into Maintenance Engineering, Reliability Engineering, or Operations Leadership

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