Company Overview:

Established in Taiwan in 1974, Hon Hai Technology Group, commonly known as Foxconn, is the world’s largest electronics manufacturer and leading provider of technological solutions with a network of over 233 campuses across 24 countries. In the US, Foxconn employs 8,000 across 56 different sites with manufacturing operations in Virginia, Wisconsin, Ohio, Indiana, Texas, and California. As of 2025, Foxconn ranks 28^th among the Fortune Global 500 and reported revenue of approximately USD $259 billion.

The company’s diverse product offerings span four major segments: smart consumer electronics, cloud, and networking solutions, computing, and various other components. Foxconn makes 40% of the consumer electronics that we find in our everyday lives. In recent years, Hon Hai has adopted the 3+3 strategy, focusing on three emerging industries - electric vehicles, digital health solutions, and robotics - while leveraging three key technologies: next-generation communications, artificial intelligence (AI), and semiconductors. Together, these initiatives position the company as a leader in innovation for the 21st century.

Hon Hai Technology Group is deeply committed to championing environmental sustainability within its manufacturing processes. By integrating sustainability into its operations framework, the company strives to serve as a best-practice model for global enterprises, enhancing corporate responsibility while meeting the growing demand for environmentally conscious production methods.

Job Summary:

As a critical early member of the Silicon Valley AI Rack NPI Center, the Maintenance Engineer will act as a versatile, "all-rounder" technical expert responsible for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all production and testing equipment. Reporting to the ME Manager, this role supports the setup of advanced L11 server rack assembly lines. The ideal candidate will seamlessly handle a wide variety of equipment, ranging from mechanical assembly tools and heavy-lifting hoists to specialized liquid cooling (DLC) test systems and coolant distribution units (CDU). This role is vital in minimizing equipment downtime and ensuring smooth operations during the critical NPI ramp-up phase.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Comprehensive Maintenance & Rapid Repair: Install, maintain, and rapidly troubleshoot production and automation equipment, performing root cause analysis (RCA) for mechanical, electrical, or software failures.
Liquid Cooling (DLC) & Assembly Systems: Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot advanced liquid cooling test equipment (e.g., CDUs, leak testers) and heavy-duty assembly line infrastructure for large-scale AI racks.
Preventative Maintenance (PM) Programs: Develop and implement robust PM schedules and standard operating procedures to maximize equipment uptime and lifespan.
Spare Parts & Vendor Management: Establish a spare parts inventory system from scratch and coordinate with external vendors for specialized repairs, warranty claims, and annual calibrations.
Safety & Compliance: Ensure all equipment and operations, especially heavy-lifting mechanisms and high-pressure fluid systems, strictly adhere to OSHA safety guidelines.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Technology, or a related field required.
Extensive hands-on experience in lieu of a degree may be considered.

Experience:

Industry Experience: 4 - 7 years of progressive experience in equipment maintenance, automation engineering, or facilities engineering within a manufacturing environment (server, semiconductor, or high-tech industries highly preferred).
Cross-Functional Technical Skills: An "all-rounder" skill set with strong troubleshooting abilities across mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems, plus a basic understanding of PLC programming and control systems.
Specialized Knowledge & NPI Adaptability: Familiarity with liquid cooling infrastructure and fluid dynamics, combined with a proactive mindset and adaptability in startup, NPI, or fast-paced ramp-up environments.

EEOC Statement

Foxconn is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Foxconn prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetics, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal law. In addition to federal law requirements, Foxconn complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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