Job Description:

Electro-Mechanical Engineer – Warehouse Automation | Maintenance & Breakdown Support

Job Title: Electro-Mechanical Engineer – Service & Support
Alternative Titles: OSS Electromechanical Engineer / OSS Engineer / Maintenance Engineer / Site Incharge / Regional Engineer
Department: Service & Support
Industry: Warehouse Automation / Intralogistics / Material Handling
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Mode: On-Site
Experience: 3–5 Years
Education: Diploma / B.Tech / B.E. – Electrical, Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering
Job Locations: Multiple locations across India

About Orbit Global

Orbit Global is a specialist Electro-Mechanical & Automation Hiring Agency in India, connecting skilled engineering professionals with leading organizations in warehouse automation, industrial automation, intralogistics, material handling and logistics technology.

We are hiring experienced Electro-Mechanical Engineers, OSS Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Regional Engineers and Site Incharges for multiple automation projects across India.

Job Summary

We are looking for experienced Electro-Mechanical Engineers to join the Service & Support team and take responsibility for the electrical and mechanical health, performance, reliability and uptime of automated machinery.

The selected candidate will troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and electromechanical breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, coordinate with OEMs and technical teams, manage spare requirements and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.

This role is ideal for engineers with hands-on experience in warehouse automation, intralogistics, conveyor systems, sorters, material handling systems, PLCs, VFDs, sensors, motors, gearboxes and industrial automation equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Machine Maintenance & Uptime

• Manage and maintain automated machines from both electrical and mechanical perspectives.
• Ensure maximum equipment availability and uptime.
• Perform preventive maintenance according to approved schedules, checklists and maintenance plans.
• Conduct routine inspection, testing, lubrication, alignment and calibration activities.
• Monitor machine health and identify potential failures before they result in breakdowns.

Breakdown Troubleshooting

• Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical and electromechanical breakdowns with minimum turnaround time.
• Troubleshoot faults involving sensors, VFDs, motors, control panels, wiring, PLC inputs/outputs and motor-control systems.
• Identify root causes of recurring machine failures.
• Implement immediate corrective actions to restore machine operation.
• Support critical breakdown situations and emergency maintenance requirements.
• Provide breakdown support during off-duty hours whenever business or customer requirements demand it.
• Maintain detailed records of breakdowns, failures, downtime and corrective actions.

Warehouse Automation Maintenance

• Maintain and troubleshoot conveyors, sorters and automated material-handling systems.
• Perform conveyor belt alignment and mechanical adjustment.
• Handle motor replacement, gearbox replacement and mechanical assemblies.
• Perform shaft alignment and equipment/system leveling.
• Support installation, modification and maintenance of automation equipment.
• Assist in basic fabrication and on-site modifications where required.

Electrical & Automation Support

• Troubleshoot electrical systems, wiring, sensors, VFDs and control panels.
• Use a multimeter and basic diagnostic tools for electrical fault finding.
• Understand PLC fault identification and basic ladder logic.
• Identify faults related to motors, drives, sensors and control systems.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams and mechanical drawings.

Spare Parts & Inventory

• Identify critical spare requirements based on equipment condition and maintenance history.
• Prepare timely spare-part indents.
• Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers and OEMs for spare parts and technical support.
• Maintain appropriate availability of critical electrical and mechanical spares.
• Track usage and replacement of components.

OEM & Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate with OEMs, vendors, suppliers and internal technical teams for complex issue resolution.
• Escalate technical issues appropriately and follow through until closure.
• Support multiple customer sites based on business requirements.
• Maintain professional communication with customer and site stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve machine reliability, performance and uptime.
• Analyze recurring breakdowns and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Suggest machine modifications and technical improvements.
• Support initiatives aimed at reducing downtime and maintenance costs.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and equipment history.

Technical Skills Required

Electrical Skills

• Strong understanding of electrical systems.
• Knowledge of industrial wiring and electrical circuits.
• Hands-on experience with sensors and VFDs.
• Understanding of electrical control panels.
• Motor control and troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to use a multimeter and basic electrical diagnostic equipment.

PLC & Automation

• Basic knowledge of PLC systems.
• Ability to identify PLC-related faults.
• Basic understanding of ladder logic is preferred.
• Knowledge of industrial automation control systems.
• Understanding of sensors, actuators and machine-control systems.

Mechanical Skills

• Hands-on experience in mechanical maintenance.
• Conveyor maintenance and belt alignment.
• Motor replacement and gearbox handling.
• Shaft alignment and equipment leveling.
• Experience with mechanical assemblies and machine components.
• Basic fabrication knowledge including welding and grinding.
• Ability to perform on-site mechanical modifications.

Engineering Documentation

• Ability to read and interpret:
  • Electrical drawings
  • Wiring diagrams
  • Mechanical drawings
  • Equipment manuals
  • Basic automation documentation

Preferred Industry Experience

Candidates with experience in the following industries will be preferred:

• Warehouse Automation
• Intralogistics
• Material Handling Systems
• Logistics Automation
• Industrial Automation
• E-commerce Warehousing
• Distribution Centers
• Automated Warehouses
• Manufacturing Automation
• Conveyor & Sortation Systems
• System Integration
• Industrial Equipment Maintenance

Preferred Equipment Experience

Experience with one or more of the following will be advantageous:

• Conveyor Systems
• Belt Conveyors
• Sorters
• Automated Material Handling Systems
• ASRS
• PTL Systems
• Chutes
• Motors
• Gearboxes
• VFDs
• Sensors
• PLC-Based Systems
• Control Panels
• Industrial Automation Equipment
• Electromechanical Machinery

Educational Qualification

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• Diploma in Electro-Mechanical Engineering
• B.Tech / B.E. in Electrical Engineering
• B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical Engineering
• B.Tech / B.E. in Electro-Mechanical / related engineering disciplines

Experience Required

3–5 years of relevant experience in machine maintenance, breakdown maintenance, field service, warehouse automation or industrial equipment maintenance.

Candidates currently working as:

• Electro-Mechanical Engineer
• Electromechanical Maintenance Engineer
• OSS Engineer
• OSS Electromechanical Engineer
• Maintenance Engineer
• Automation Maintenance Engineer
• Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
• Electrical Maintenance Engineer
• Field Service Engineer
• Site Incharge
• Regional Engineer
• Material Handling Engineer
• Warehouse Automation Engineer

are encouraged to apply.

Job Locations & Project Requirements

Orbit Global is hiring for multiple Electro-Mechanical, Mechanical, Electrical, Site Incharge and Regional Engineer positions across India.

Major Hiring Locations

Bangalore | Chennai | Pune | Hyderabad | Surat | Jaipur | Coimbatore | Malur | Vapi | Neelmangala | Luhari | Farrukh Nagar | Bilaspur | Bhiwandi

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent troubleshooting mindset.
• Good verbal and written communication.
• Strong coordination and stakeholder-management skills.
• High ownership and accountability.
• Ability to work independently at customer sites.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Willingness to support critical breakdowns and emergency situations.
• Flexibility to travel or support multiple sites when required.

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Work on large-scale warehouse automation and intralogistics projects.
• Gain hands-on exposure to advanced material-handling automation.
• Work with leading organizations in logistics, e-commerce, retail and supply chain.
• Develop expertise across electrical, mechanical and automation systems.
• Opportunity to build a career in the rapidly growing warehouse automation industry.
• Exposure to conveyors, sorters, PLCs, VFDs, sensors and electromechanical equipment.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Electro-Mechanical Engineer, Automation Maintenance Engineer, OSS Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer or Field Service Engineer looking for opportunities in warehouse automation and industrial automation, apply through Orbit Global.

Orbit Global – Electro-Mechanical & Automation Hiring Agency in India

📧 Email: info@orbitconsultancy.in
📞 Phone: 8810363997
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