Maintenance Engineering Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Engineering Technician

Liberty, North Carolina, United States

Contract Opportunity | $55–$65/hour

On-Site | Full-Time Hours

Benefits Begin Day 1 | Competitive Benefits Package | PTO & Paid Holidays

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineering Technician to support machine setup, improve operational availability, and troubleshoot complex technical issues within a manufacturing environment. This role will also play a key part in supporting capital projects from planning through start of production (SOP).

Key Responsibilities

• Test and repair electrical equipment and systems (circuits, relay logic, wiring, motors, servo drives)
• Program, troubleshoot, and repair PLCs, robotics, cameras, and other electronic systems
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and safety systems
• Support machine integration into production, including leveling, adjustments, and quality confirmation
• Execute problem-solving initiatives to improve safety, quality, and productivity
• Develop and manage detailed schedules for assigned projects
• Participate in project planning with Engineering teams
• Support machine production trials (internal and vendor-based)
• Ensure equipment safety compliance (NFPA79, ISO standards)
• Document work performed using electronic and written methods

Required Qualifications

• Industrial maintenance or equipment installation/debugging experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong electrical and/or mechanical systems experience
• PLC programming experience (read, write, and modify logic)
• Experience with servo motion controllers
• Experience with relay logic, wiring, and troubleshooting
• Robotics programming and troubleshooting experience
• Hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting experience, including schematic reading
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and shutdowns as needed
• Ability to travel up to 30% (domestic and international)

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree (or higher) in a technical field or equivalent experience
• Experience with pre-production setup and new plant launches
• Knowledge of production processes (Standardized Work, Job Instruction Sheets)
• Experience analyzing quality data from multiple sources
• Experience in high-volume or clean room production environments

If you’re a hands-on technical professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys solving complex challenges, we’d love to connect.

 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Reliance One, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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