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Spare Parts Manager

Boston, MA ยท On-site

$30 - $35/hr

The Spare Parts Manager will manage spare parts inventory, coordinate shipments, and support the Field Service Engineers (FSE) to ensure smooth operations. This includes receiving, logging, and ...

Spare Parts Specialist

Manteno, IL ยท On-site

$65K - $90K/yr

Role Summary The Maintenance Spare Parts & Purchasing Supervisor is responsible for managing the ... Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering * Supervisory experience * Experience ...

Spare Parts Specialist

Manteno, IL ยท On-site

$65K - $90K/yr

Role Summary The Maintenance Spare Parts & Purchasing Supervisor is responsible for managing the ... Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering * Supervisory experience * Experience ...

Spare Parts Warehouse Assistant

Haines City, FL ยท On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

Bachelor's Degree in engineering, supply chain, operations, or other related field required * 3+ ... Knowledge of SAP preferred * Experience and detail understanding of a spare parts business.

Spare Parts Warehouse Technician

Hamilton, OH ยท On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

Ensure that Safety rules are applied in the Spare parts warehouse. * Take care all necessary ... 000 engineers working in Research & Development - a multi-cultural environment that values ...

Spare Parts Coordinator

Alpharetta, GA

$17.50 - $23/hr

Job Summary The Spare Parts Coordinator is responsible for the comprehensive support and daily ... Finance, Engineering, and Logistics. * Keep detailed records of customer interactions and ...

Spare Parts Warehouse Assistant

Inola, OK ยท On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

Bachelor's Degree in engineering, supply chain, operations, or other related field required * 3+ ... Experience and detail understanding of a spare parts business. * Proven ability to handle multiple ...

Spare Parts Warehouse Technician

Hamilton, OH ยท On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

Ensure that Safety rules are applied in the Spare parts warehouse. * Take care all necessary ... 000 engineers working in Research & Development - a multi-cultural environment that values ...

As a leading technology and mechanical engineering company, we transform customer needs into ... Reach Beyond at PALFINGER as our Director, Spare Parts, based in Huntley, IL, where you will lead ...

As a leading technology and mechanical engineering company, we transform customer needs into ... Reach Beyond at PALFINGER as our Director, Spare Parts, based in Huntley, IL, where you will lead ...

Ensure that Safety rules are applied in the Spare parts warehouse. * Take care all necessary ... 000 engineers working in Research & Development - a multi-cultural environment that values ...

Spare Parts Coordinator

Alpharetta, GA ยท On-site

$17.50 - $23/hr

Job Summary The Spare Parts Coordinator is responsible for the comprehensive support and daily ... Finance, Engineering, and Logistics. * Keep detailed records of customer interactions and ...

PLM Analyst / Spare Parts Coordinator

Novi, MI ยท On-site

$24.75 - $30.75/hr

Novi, MI Position Overview We are seeking an entry-level PLM Analyst and Spare Parts Coordinator to join the Engineering organization at a machine tool manufacturing company in Novi, MI. This role is ...

Ensure that Safety rules are applied in the Spare parts warehouse. * Take care all necessary ... 000 engineers working in Research & Development - a multi-cultural environment that values ...

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How much do spare parts engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for spare parts engineer in the United States is $88,637.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $99,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a spare parts engineer?

Spare Parts Engineers are professionals responsible for managing, sourcing, and coordinating the supply of spare parts needed for machinery, equipment, or vehicles. They ensure that the right parts are available at the right time to minimize equipment downtime and maintain operational efficiency. Their role often involves inventory management, supplier negotiations, and technical support to identify correct parts. Spare Parts Engineers work closely with maintenance teams and may also be involved in developing spare parts strategies for organizations.

What are the typical challenges a spare parts engineer faces in managing inventory and customer expectations?

Spare Parts Engineers often encounter challenges in balancing optimal inventory levels with the need to promptly fulfill customer or internal maintenance requests. Managing accurate forecasting, supplier lead times, and unexpected equipment failures requires strong organizational and analytical skills. Additionally, clear communication with supply chain, procurement, and maintenance teams is essential to ensure that critical parts are available without incurring excessive storage costs or delays. Proactively addressing these challenges helps maintain high equipment uptime and customer satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a spare parts engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Spare Parts Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical or industrial engineering, along with experience in inventory management and procurement. Familiarity with ERP systems, spare parts cataloging software, and supply chain logistics is typically essential. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication skills help you manage parts availability and coordinate with multiple departments. These abilities ensure efficient equipment maintenance, minimize downtime, and optimize operational costs.

What is the difference between Spare Parts Engineer vs Maintenance Engineer?

AspectSpare Parts EngineerMaintenance Engineer
Primary FocusManaging spare parts inventory, procurement, and logisticsPerforming maintenance, repairs, and system troubleshooting
Required CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in supply chain or logisticsEngineering degree, certifications in maintenance or equipment management
Work EnvironmentInventory warehouses, procurement departments, supply chain teamsFactories, plants, equipment rooms, maintenance workshops
Industry UsageManufacturing, aerospace, automotive, energy sectorsManufacturing, industrial plants, utilities

While both roles require engineering knowledge, a Spare Parts Engineer primarily manages spare parts inventory and procurement, ensuring availability for maintenance and operations. In contrast, a Maintenance Engineer focuses on performing repairs and maintaining equipment functionality. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and employer expectations in industrial sectors.

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Infographic showing various Spare Parts Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,637 per year, or $42.6 per hour.

Maintenance Spare Parts Engineer

DivIHN Integration Inc

Hickory, NC โ€ข On-site

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Job description

DivIHN (pronounced “divine”) is a CMMI ML3-certified Technology and Talent solutions firm. Driven by a unique Purpose, Culture, and Value Delivery Model, we enable meaningful connections between talented professionals and forward-thinking organizations. Since our formation in 2002, organizations across commercial and public sectors have been trusting us to help build their teams with exceptional temporary and permanent talent.

Visit us at https://divihn.com/find-a-job/ to learn more and view our open positions.

 
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For further inquiries regarding the following opportunity, please contact our Talent Specialist, Marshelin at (224) 507-1280
 
Title: Maintenance Spare Parts Engineer
Location: Onsite - Hickory, NC (Local Candidates)
Duration: 11 Months
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 AM-5 PM
 
Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position. Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered.
Job Summary
The Maintenance Spare Parts Engineer is responsible for building and maintaining a reliable, cost-effective spare parts program that supports equipment uptime and reduces maintenance-related downtime. This role focuses on identifying critical spares, improving spare parts accuracy, and aligning inventory levels with asset criticality using a phased, realistic approach. The technician works closely with maintenance, reliability, and procurement teams to ensure the right parts are available at the right time.
Key Responsibilities
Stabilize Spare Parts (0–3 Months)

• Identify top 10–20 critical assets based on downtime and operational impact
• Develop minimum viable spare parts lists for critical equipment
• Capture parts used on work orders and link them to asset records in the CMMS
• Conduct field inspections and use photos to verify parts where documentation is missing
• Reduce stockouts by focusing on high-risk, high-use, and long lead-time items
 
Optimize Spare Parts Data (3–9 Months)
• Build and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) for rotating and critical equipment (motors, pumps, gearboxes)
• Identify long lead-time components and support appropriate stocking decisions
• Standardize common spare parts across similar assets where possible
• Validate spare parts information with maintenance technicians to capture tribal knowledge
• Identify obsolete, superseded, or redundant parts
 
Sustain & Improve the Program (9–24 Months)
• Support implementation of a criticality-based stocking strategy:
• Critical Spares (Always Stock)
• Operational Spares (Stock Based on Usage)
• Non-Critical Spares (Order on Demand)
• Obsolete/Legacy Parts (Special Handling)
• Participate in quarterly reviews of spare parts accuracy, usage, and inventory levels
• Help establish documentation standards for new and existing assets
Qualifications & Skills
• 7+ years of experience
• Experience in maintenance, inventory, storeroom, or industrial operations
• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical spare parts
• Familiarity with CMMS/EAM systems and work order processes
• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize technical information
• Ability to work cross-functionally with maintenance and procurement teams
• Comfortable working in the field as well as with systems and data
Preferred Experience
• Experience building or maintaining asset BOMs
• Background in manufacturing, processing, utilities, or heavy industry
• Understanding of spare parts criticality and lead-time risk
What Success Looks Like
• Fewer maintenance delays due to missing parts
• Reduced emergency and expedited part orders
• Improved accuracy of spare parts and asset records
• Better alignment between maintenance needs and inventory levels
Support & Resources
• Clear asset priority guidance from leadership
• Protected time to focus on spare parts improvement activities
• Cross-functional support from maintenance and procurement
• Optional temporary support for data collection or BOM development

About us:
DivIHN, the 'IT Asset Performance Services' organization, provides Professional Consulting, Custom Projects, and Professional Resource Augmentation services to clients in the Mid-West and beyond. The strategic characteristics of the organization are Standardization, Specialization, and Collaboration.

DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer. DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.