Maintenance Engineer Planner

As a Maintenance Engineer Planner, you will play a critical role in the reliability and performance of a highly automated logistics operation. You will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating maintenance activities that support advanced material handling equipment and warehouse automation systems. Working closely with maintenance technicians, vendors, and operations teams, you will help maximize equipment uptime and ensure maintenance work is executed safely and efficiently.

As a Maintenance Engineer Planner, you will play a critical role in the reliability and performance of a highly automated logistics operation. You will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating maintenance activities that support advanced material handling equipment and warehouse automation systems. Working closely with maintenance technicians, vendors, and operations teams, you will help maximize equipment uptime and ensure maintenance work is executed safely and efficiently.

Success in this role requires strong maintenance planning, preferably with CMMS experience, along with an understanding of mechanical systems and familiarity with electrical equipment.

• Apply general knowledge of standard engineering principles and industry procedures to accomplish assigned tasks and solve routine problems
• Utilize broad knowledge of own job discipline and some understanding of related disciplines to guide work execution
• Assign and oversee work orders, coordinating daily activities of technicians, vendors, and subcontractors
• Communicate complex technical information to others in straightforward situations and explain the implications of issues and solutions
• Consult with clients to schedule preventive maintenance and necessary downtime, minimizing business interruption
• Implement and monitor preventive maintenance programs to extend asset life and increase system reliability
• Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with quality standards and verify equipment/system functionality
• Respond rapidly to emergency situations, organize additional support as required, and help implement corrective actions
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols, regulatory compliance, and company standards in all engineering operations
• Contribute to continuous improvement by offering new perspectives on existing processes and supporting operational excellence initiatives
• Coach team members, share technical knowledge, and build consensus to reach solutions or agreement within and beyond the immediate team

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 3-4 years of relevant job‑related experience; a combination of education and experience will be considered
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to apply general engineering principles and troubleshoot technical issues
• Experience working both independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary environments
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information clearly and adapt explanations to a varied audience
• Physical capability to meet job demands including standing, walking, climbing ladders, and lifting loads of 50 lbs. or more
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment
• Willingness to continuously learn and adapt to new practices, standards, and technological advancements in the engineering field
• Basic proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications for daily reporting and communication

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