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Zeiss

Corporate venture capital for deep-tech startups

Maintenance Engineer 1

Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and presentation software is mandatory.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements and safety standards.
  • Exposure to ISO and OHSAS standards and experience facing internal and external audits.
  • Experience with documentation work.
  • Exposure to handling government agencies and local authorities or agencies.
  • Thorough knowledge of quality management systems such as ISO 14000, ISO 18001, and environmental management systems.
  • A Bachelor of Engineering or diploma in Electrical Engineering is required.
  • Eight to ten years of hands-on maintenance department experience, especially in operation and maintenance, preventive and breakdown maintenance of utility and production equipment, and spare parts management.
  • Knowledge of utility operation and maintenance; preventive and breakdown maintenance of production and utility equipment, DG synchronizing panels, transformers, electrical installations, HVAC systems, STP, ETP, and WTP.
  • Ability to understand mechanical and electrical systems, circuit diagrams, drawings, engineering specifications, and tolerances; trace faults; and service, troubleshoot, and repair machines.
  • Proficiency using maintenance software and other computer systems.
  • Knowledge of preparing blueprints, technical diagrams, and schematics.
  • Ability to prepare and deliver presentations using Microsoft presentation software and knowledge of Excel and Word.
  • Knowledge of MTTR, MTBF, and preventive maintenance adherence targets as department key performance indicators.
  • Ability to read and write electrical circuit diagrams and single-line diagrams.
  • Ability to work on PLC programming, create ladder diagrams in PLCs, and troubleshoot PLC programs.
  • Knowledge of building management systems, business continuity plans, and emergency preparedness.
  • Knowledge of 5S, Gemba, continual improvement projects, Lean concepts, and root cause analysis using quality tools.
  • Knowledge of management information system reporting for energy, water, and waste parameters to meet department key performance indicators.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose faults, lead repair efforts to minimize downtime, and conduct root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
  • Provide technical expertise, manage contractor support, ensure safety compliance, and update maintenance documentation to restore operational efficiency rapidly.
  • Optimize maintenance procedures to improve machine performance.
  • Ensure installations and applications meet customer needs and safety standards.
  • Develop maintenance policies and procedures and respond to maintenance requests.
  • Monitor maintenance and inspection plans.
  • Meet the key performance indicators defined for the department.
  • Follow a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
  • Demonstrate a self-directed, high-performance culture as a team player.

Desired Qualifications

  • Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt certification is an advantage.

About the Company

Zeiss

Corporate venture capital for deep-tech startups

ZEISS Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of the ZEISS Group, investing in deep-tech startups that align with its core business areas. It focuses on early-stage rounds (pre-Series A to Series A), typically $1–$5 million, across Information Technology, Industrial Tech, MedTech, and Life Sciences. It adds value by providing targeted funding and using ZEISS’s global network and expertise to support portfolio companies. The goal is to accelerate development of new technologies and business models that complement ZEISS’s portfolio, while actively engaging with external innovation.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding
$69.9M
Headquarters
Oberkochen, Germany
Founded
2001

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