Senior Maintenance Engineer

We are looking for a talented Senior Maintenance Engineer to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our CDBS (Cummins Drivetrain and Braking Systems) Facility in Fletcher, NC.

In This Role, You Will Make an Impact in the Following Ways:

Drive Equipment Reliability - Lead preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime, improve reliability, and minimize unplanned downtime.

Lead Maintenance Teams - Provide hands-on leadership and direction to maintenance personnel, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with operational goals.

Develop Team Capability - Coach and train employees on basic maintenance procedures, helping build technical skills, increase equipment knowledge, and strengthen overall team performance.

Resolve Complex Equipment Issues - Partner with Facilities, Quality, and Manufacturing Engineering teams to identify root causes, troubleshoot equipment problems, and implement effective corrective actions.

Improve Production Performance - Support manufacturing operations by ensuring equipment remains available, capable, and operating at optimal performance levels.

Manage Critical Spare Parts Inventory - Maintain accurate spare parts and indirect materials inventories through the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), reducing delays and supporting maintenance readiness.

Influence Equipment Improvements - Contribute technical expertise to equipment design evaluations and continuous improvement initiatives, helping enhance manufacturability, maintainability, and long-term asset performance.

Strengthen Preventive Maintenance Programs - Lead and continuously improve preventive maintenance processes to increase asset lifespan, reduce maintenance costs, and support production goals.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

Collaboration & Communication Excellence - Build strong partnerships across Maintenance, Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Facilities teams while communicating clearly with a variety of stakeholders to achieve shared goals.

Safety-First Mindset - Champion health, safety, and environmental standards by recognizing hazards, applying safe work practices, and maintaining a proactive approach to electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and ergonomic safety.

Technical & Manufacturing Expertise - Leverage knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment controls, engineering drawings, and capital equipment to support reliable operations and informed decision-making.

Continuous Improvement Focus - Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve equipment performance, lower costs, and enhance quality through process improvement and problem-solving methodologies.

Process Standardization & Documentation - Develop and maintain clear, accurate procedures and documentation that promote consistency, operational excellence, knowledge sharing, and compliance across the organization.

Education, Licenses, Certifications: College, university, or equivalent degree required. This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience: Intermediate level of relevant work experience required.

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification with demonstrated application of continuous improvement methodologies.

Experience with Industry 4.0 and Industrial IoT initiatives.

Knowledge of Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) principles and best practices.

Experience implementing Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) programs.

Ability to read and modify mechanical drawings using AutoCAD and Inventor.

Ability to interpret hydraulic schematics and machine documentation.

Proven project management experience with successful project execution and delivery.

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.