Manufacturing Engineering & Maintenance Manager
Schneider Electric · Fairfield, OH
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 8+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management reliability role at Schneider Electric (industrial) in Fairfield, OH. Own the industrialization and deployment of new production lines, equipment, processes, and product transfers into the site.
- They ask for
- 8+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Automation, Tooling, EHS / safety
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Reliability Engineer roles in Ohio: typical posted base $100k–$124k.
Median of the low and high ends of 10 live postings that list pay, out of 26 reliability engineer openings in Ohio, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Ohio plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 25 other live reliability postings in Ohio.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (8+ vs 5+)
Typical $99k–$123k, from 9 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 42%
- Root cause 42%
- ✓ Lean 35%
- ✓ EHS / safety 35%
- FMEA 23%
- ✓ Automation 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), New product launch, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Schneider Electric in Fairfield
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Qualifications
Will Make You Successful? • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required; a Master’s Degree is preferred. • 8+ years of experience in engineering and maintenance functions. • Experience in industrial project execution, line transfers, capital equipment implementation, and production ramp-up within a fast-paced environment • Proven leadership and management experience within a manufacturing environment. • Experience applying Lean Manufacturing methodologies; certification is a plus. • Project management experience, PMP a plus This role will be critical to supporting an expected 2–3 years of hyper-growth and expanding manufacturing capability at the site. #LI-MC5 At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work. Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker. For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 117,600 - USD 176,400 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team: Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year. Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match. Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera. Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace. Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits. If you believe this job posting is not compliant with applicable state pay transparency laws in the U.S., please notify the Company as soon as possible upon discovery by completing this form Job Posting Compliance Form. Looking to make an IMPACT with your career? When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us. IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world. We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one. Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today! €40 billion global revenue +9% organic growth 150 000+ employees in 100+ countries You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled. Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is
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Come join us in this exciting opportunity, leading the site Engineering functions at our Fairfield, OH. You will drive the industrialization and implementation of new production lines during a period of significant growth and transformation. This role will be responsible for both day-to-day manufacturing engineering leadership and the execution of major line transfers from sister facilities. What Will You Do? • Lead Manufacturing Engineering activities supporting safety, quality, delivery, cost, capacity, and productivity. • Own the industrialization and deployment of new production lines, equipment, processes, and product transfers into the site. • Develop and execute project plans covering layout, equipment installation, process validation, staffing readiness, tooling, test capability, and production ramp-up. • Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, EHS, Maintenance, and global sister sites to ensure successful transfer and launch execution. • Drive Lean Manufacturing, standard work, process optimization, capacity improvement, and structured problem solving. • Lead and develop the Engineering team while balancing daily production support with large-scale capital and industrial projects. • Establish robust commissioning, qualification, and handoff processes to ensure new lines achieve expected performance quickly and sustainably. Who Will You Report To? • Plant Manager What
