CMMS Engineer

Who we are:

Transcat is a dynamic, innovative, growing company that has been recognized as the leading calibration and compliance services provider in North America and beyond.  With over 1,000 employees, in technical, consulting, operational, sales, finance, and corporate roles, we have stood the test of time by delivering on our Trust in Every Measure promise to our customers in vital industries, including life sciences, aerospace, defence, energy, and utilities.  We fulfil this promise through our employees, who live Our Values every day, the Transcat Way. Our employees are at the centre of the rewarding, challenging, and life-changing work we do for our customers and those they serve.  Are you ready to join a company where the work you do makes a difference, and where you can grow in your career?  

CMMS Engineer role overview: 

The CMMS Engineer is responsible for supporting the accuracy, integrity, and maintenance of asset and equipment data within Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). Working within a structured project environment, this role performs equipment field verification, technical data reviews, and data preparation activities to support CMMS implementations, migrations, and ongoing system maintenance. The CMMS Engineer collaborates with project managers, technical teams, and client stakeholders to ensure asset information is accurate, complete, and aligned with established data standards. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical, technical, and organizational skills and will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance maintenance and asset management processes.

This is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity. We welcome applications from candidates seeking direct employment as well as experienced self-employed contractors. The engagement model will be discussed with suitable candidates during the recruitment process. This is a remote-based role with occasional travel to customer sites and company locations as required (typically less than 10%).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform field walkdowns to verify the accuracy and completeness of equipment and asset information prior to entry into the Computerized Maintenance Management System.
• Review, validate, and enter technical asset and maintenance data into CMMS platforms while ensuring compliance with established data standards and project requirements.
• Translate, cleanse, and prepare raw equipment and maintenance data for system migration, implementation, and ongoing maintenance activities.
• Support data migration projects by reviewing legacy system data, identifying discrepancies, and assisting with the accurate transfer of asset information into the CMMS.
• Assist in the preparation of project documentation and client status reports while tracking assigned tasks against project timelines.
• Communicate data discrepancies, project risks, or delays to the Project Manager and support timely resolution of identified issues.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and client stakeholders to collect equipment information, validate asset data, and support successful CMMS implementation activities.
• Participate in stakeholder meetings to communicate project progress, discuss changes, and support change management initiatives throughout project execution.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel and other data management tools to organize, validate, and analyse asset and maintenance data.
• Extract and analyse CMMS data using business intelligence and reporting tools to support operational reporting, key performance indicators (KPIs), and business decision-making.
• Provide first-line support to CMMS users by assisting with system navigation, responding to user queries, and maintaining asset and equipment records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on CMMS optimization, asset data quality, and maintenance processes.
• Maintain accurate documentation relating to asset data, system updates, and project activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Key Competencies:

• An associate or bachelor's degree, or trade certification, in Engineering, Maintenance, Asset Management, or a related technical discipline. Relevant industry experience may be considered in place of formal qualifications.
• At least one year of experience working with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, maintenance systems, or asset management data.
• Experience supporting CMMS implementations, data migration projects, or maintenance data management activities is desirable.
• Strong computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel, with the ability to organize and maintain technical datasets.
• Familiarity with maintenance, calibration, asset management, or engineering documentation processes.
• Exposure to business intelligence or reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Spotfire is considered advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately review, validate, and maintain technical asset data.
• Ability to perform equipment field verification and collect asset information accurately within operational environments.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and client stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving with the ability to identify data issues, recommend improvements, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to learn new software platforms and business processes quickly while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination:

As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. Please don't hesitate to contact the Recruiter assigned to this role should you need any support during our recruitment process.