Maintenance Engineer

Luxfer Magtech - Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH

Position Title: Maintenance Engineer
Reports To: Engineering Manager
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio

Luxfer Magtech specializes in developing, manufacturing, and supplying a broad range of products that safeguard and protect, ranging from flameless ration heaters that give our U.S. Military a hot meal; innovative chemical response kits designed to detect and decontaminate chemical warfare agents; to nutritious hot food and beverage options for militaries and first responders.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Maintenance Engineer supports the Engineering Manager and manufacturing operations through the design, improvement, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing equipment, machinery, and production systems for the Cincinnati facility. This position is responsible for supporting machine design projects, equipment modifications, capital equipment initiatives, manufacturing process improvements, technical documentation, and engineering analysis activities. The Maintenance Engineer serves as an entry-level member of the engineering team by developing technical expertise in manufacturing systems, equipment design, and operational engineering while providing technical and project support to the Engineering Manager in achieving operational, safety, quality, and productivity objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Assist Support machine design, equipment improvement, and manufacturing engineering projects

  • Assist with equipment modifications focused on reliability, safety, throughput, ergonomics, and maintainability including testing for new product design

  • Support manufacturing equipment installation, startup, commissioning, and validation activities

  • Assist with tooling, fixtures, machine guarding, and mechanical system improvements

  • Develop and maintain:

  • Mechanical drawings

  • Equipment documentation

  • Layouts and technical records

  • Support evaluation and implementation of new manufacturing equipment and capital projects

  • Work closely with the Engineering Manager on active engineering and operational initiatives

  • Develop technical understanding of specialized manufacturing equipment and systems

  • Support engineering analysis and troubleshooting of mechanical manufacturing equipment when needed

  • Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives across manufacturing operations

  • Support building security and maintenance

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology or Industrial Technology required

  • 0–3 years of manufacturing, industrial, mechanical engineering, or related experience preferred

  • Co-op, internship, maintenance, fabrication, or industrial experience highly valued

  • Mechanical troubleshooting and assembly required

  • Working with industrial manufacturing equipment preferred

  • Knowledge of motors, gearboxes, bearings, and rotating equipment preferred

  • Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems preferred

  • Use of machine tools and fabrication equipment preferred

  • Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD preferred

  • Experience reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings preferred

  • Some knowledge of or experience with basic PLC or industrial controls preferred

  • Familiarity with VFDs, sensors, and automation preferred

  • Exposure to electrical schematics preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability

  • Interest in manufacturing systems, industrial equipment and automation

  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation

  • Hands-on approach to engineering and equipment support

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • Ability to learn quickly and develop technical ownership over time

  • Comfortable working in industrial manufacturing environments

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

FREQUENCY (FREQ) in hrs.

STRENGTH (STR) in lbs.

BODY SIDE (SIDE)

N - Never 0 | S - Seldom 0-2 | O - Occasional 2-4

F - Frequent 4-6 | C - Constant 6-8

S - Sedentary 0-10 | L - Light 0-20 | M - Medium 0-50

H - Heavy 0-100 | VH - Very Heavy >100

L - Left | R - Right | B - Both

Activity

FREQ

Activity

STR

FREQ

Activity

SIDE

Condition

FREQ

Sit

​​F​

Floor Lift|0-17”

​​L​

​​S​

Front/Lateral Reach

​​B​

Dust

​​O​

Stand/Walk

​​F​

Knee Lift|12-29”

​​L​

​​O​

Overhead Reach

​​B​

Hot Ambient Air Temp

​​O​

Climb Stairs

​​O​

Waist Lift|30-36”

​​L​

​​O​

Wrist Flex/Extension

​​B​

Cold Ambient Air Temp

​​O​

Squat/Kneel

​​O​

Chest Lift|37-60”

​​L​

​​S​

Grasp

​​B​

Noise >85db

​​O​

Crawl

​​N​

Overhead Lift|>60”

​​L​

​​S​

Finger Manipulation

​​B​

Exposure to Chemicals

​​S​

Twist/Turn

​​O​

Push/Pull

​​L​

​​O​

Keyboarding

​​B​

Mechanical Hazards

​​F​

Bend/Stoop

​​O​

Carry

​​L​

​​O​

Operate Foot Controls

​​B​

Work with Hot Substances

​​S​

  • Frequent walking throughout manufacturing, warehouse, maintenance, and office environments.

  • Regular interaction with industrial equipment, machinery, and production systems.

  • Ability to access equipment platforms, machine enclosures, and elevated work areas.

  • Ability to perform equipment inspections, measurements, and field engineering activities.

  • Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of tools, machine components, materials, and engineering equipment up to 20 pounds.

  • Ability to work safely around operating machinery, forklifts, overhead lifting devices, manufacturing chemicals, heat-generating equipment, and industrial noise.

BENEFITS:

  • Medical, Vision, Dental *Start on the 1st day of the following month after being hired*

  • 401k with Company match of up to 6%!

  • Individual and Company performance bonus potential!

  • 12 Company Paid Holidays

  • Additional PTO

  • An Operating company of Luxfer Group (NYSE: LXFR)

  • Luxfer Magtech is in Cincinnati, OH (45212)

  • & Much More

We are committed to a safe, drug-free work environment and pre-employment drug screening, physical and background checks are required prior to starting.

This position requires access to our export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, and services. These items are restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to U.S. Citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents of the U.S., and properly licensed foreign persons. Therefore, employment is contingent on compliance with ITAR regulations and successfully obtaining and maintaining the necessary export authorization license from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security, U.S. Department of State’s Office of Defense Trade Controls, or other applicable government agency. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US.

Luxfer Magtech is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.

Posted 2026-06-11

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