Equipment Engineer

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection's threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. 

Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.  

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Equipment Engineer is responsible for ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and efficiency of equipment and machinery used in production or operations. This role involves equipment design, installation, maintenance planning, performance monitoring—including tracking and improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)—and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Equipment Engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to support production goals while maintaining safety, quality, and compliance standards.

SPECIFIC DUTIES, ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Design, specify, and implement equipment and tools for production or operational processes.
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules and perform root cause analysis for equipment failures.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and safety teams to ensure equipment meets performance and compliance standards.
• Monitor equipment performance metrics and drive improvements for reliability, efficiency, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues to minimize downtime and improve productivity.
• Work on development or improvement of testers, equipment & machine with colleagues from Technology & CoE.
• Evaluate and recommend new equipment or upgrades based on performance needs and ROI.
• Manage equipment documentation, including maintenance logs, manuals, calibration records, and SOPs.
• Oversee spare parts inventory, including identifying critical spares, maintaining optimal stock levels, and coordinating with procurement to ensure availability.
• Lead and support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives, including autonomous maintenance, planned maintenance, and continuous improvement activities.
• Train technicians and operators on proper equipment usage, TPM practices, and maintenance procedures.
• Coordinate equipment calibration programs, including scheduling with internal teams and external vendors, maintaining up-to-date calibration records, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Ensure all equipment complies with regulatory and safety standards.
• Participate in capital projects involving equipment installation, modification, or relocation.

You are authorized to act within the jurisdiction and capacity in your job scope to deliver the results/output expected of your job function.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• Master's degree in Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering or Physics Engineering

Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in equipment engineering, maintenance engineering, or a related role.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of industrial equipment, automation systems, and maintenance best practices.
• Experience on electronics systems & testers development is a must.
• Strong problem-solving skills and hands-on troubleshooting ability.
• Familiar with ISO 9001 and ISO 45001.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)
• Able to manage self and others to achieve challenging targets.
• Good team skills - a high level of enthusiasm and motivation, and the ability to take input from others.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma will be added advantage.

Supervises: Equipment Technician

Join us and we'll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You'll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You'll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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