Maintenance Engineering Technician

Sortera Alloys

Sortera Alloys

lebanon, tn, usa

Posted on Jun 5, 2026

This role will support operations & maintenance by troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, & software systems during repairs. This role will also support engineering by recommending & assisting with improvements to production processes & integrating new technologies into production equipment

Essential Functions:

Support maintenance, operations, and quality with repairs and redesigns to meet production goals.

Assist &/or lead in troubleshooting & repair of down production equipment

Assist in integrating new technologies into equipment and processes

Analyze & resolve machine material handling & quality problems and assist in implementing corrective actions.

Root cause analysis

Perform continuous improvement activities for quality and throughput

Assist &/or lead in the design, fabrication, installation, start-up, & commissioning of new production equipment & systems

Assist with parts research & inventory

Keep accurate records of maintenance activities

Read & interpret equipment manuals, schematics, drawings, & work orders in order to perform necessary maintenance tasks and service.

Maintenance Engineer Technician may be directed to perform & complete other tasks as deemed appropriate by management that may, or may not, be related to maintenance issues.

Qualifications & Skills:

Associates degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, lectronic Technology, a related field or equivalent work experience.

Proficient knowledge & understanding of electromechanical systems

Knowledge & understanding of computer code; C++, LabVIEW, &/or Python experience a plus.

Knowledge of wiring standards & ability to work with 24VDC through 480VAC 3-Phase

Basic working knowledge of 2D &/or 3D CAD software.

Ability to safely and effectively use hand tools such as wrenches, drills, saws, etc.

Ability to communicate effectively & work with multidisciplinary teams.

Ability to prioritize time and handle multiple projects

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Must be able to lift 50lbs

Must be comfortable being subjected to load noises from manufacturing processes

Must be able to bend, reach, kneel, & stand for prolonged periods. Ability to climb steps, ladders, & move effectively around machinery.

Must be able to work at heights using proper fall protection

Must be able to work around machinery requiring hearing protection, hard hat, safety glasses, hard toed shoes, and occasional dust mask or respirator.