Resident Reliability Engineer - Cartersville, GA

E80 Group; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with company matching

Paid time off and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development

Career advancement opportunities

Company-paid disability and life

Job summary

E80 Group is seeking a Resident Reliability Engineer to support advanced automated systems at a dedicated customer site in Cartersville, GA. This hands-on role focuses on keeping equipment running safely, efficiently, and at peak performance.

You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, perform preventive maintenance, conduct root cause analysis, and collaborate with engineering teams to implement improvements across palletizers, LGVs, conveyors, and warehouse automation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on technical experience in automated equipment maintenance.
• Experience with motors, drives, sensors, conveyors, and automation systems.
• Ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and drawings.
• Experience with PLC-controlled equipment, robotics, LGVs/AGVs, and warehouse automation is preferred.
• Strong safety, documentation, and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automated systems to maximize uptime.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical failures on robotics and conveyors.
• Conduct root cause analysis to reduce recurring failures.
• Maintain maintenance records and service reports.
• Collaborate with customer teams and internal engineering to implement improvements.
• Support spare parts inventory and recommend levels.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Automation systems

Mechatronics

PLC systems

Robotics/AGVs/ASRS

Reading schematics

Customer-facing

Documentation discipline

Safety compliance

Education

Associate Degree/HS or GED

Technical Certification

Military Technical Training

Apprenticeship

CMRT certification

Tools

SAP

Salesforce

CMMS

MS Office 365

Job description

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Title: Resident Reliability Engineer - Cartersville, GA

Location:

Chicago, IL, US

Job Type: On Site

Who We Are

E80 Groupis a multinational company specialized in the development of automated and integrated intralogistics solutions for manufacturers of consumer goods, operating in the beverage, food, tissue, and other sectors. The main systems produced by E80 Group include palletizing robots, laser-guided vehicles, robotic stretch wrappers and labelers, and automated high-density warehouses.
The entire logistics flow is centrally managed bythe SM.I.LE80 software platform (Smart Integrated Logistics), which ensures efficient system integration and optimizes the management of all operations—from the entry of raw materials, through storage, to shipping.
With15 branches worldwide, the Group believes in the core valuesEthics, Courage, Humility, and Safety. These values form the foundation of E80 Group's corporate culture, which maintain a close connection with customers, people, and local communities.

Who We Are Looking For

"It's our fears that will limit our success, not our mistakes. The secret to successful hiring is to look for people who are not afraid of failing and want to change the world" - E80 Group CEO and Founder, Enrico Grassi

Sounds like you? Great! Here's what E80 Group has to offer.

Position Description

E80 Group is hiring a Resident Reliability Engineer to support advanced automated systems at a dedicated customer site in Cartersville, GA.

This is a hands-on technical role focused on keeping automated equipment running safely, efficiently, and at peak performance. You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, perform preventive maintenance, identify recurring equipment failures, and help drive long-term reliability improvements across E80 automation systems.

You will serve as the on-site technical expert responsible for ensuring system uptime, improving equipment performance, and delivering exceptional support to our customer. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex equipment challenges, working directly with automation technology, and making a measurable impact on production operations.

Whether your background is in industrial maintenance, automated equipment service, mechatronics, forklift maintenance, automotive repair, diesel technology, or military technical service, this role offers an opportunity to build expertise in robotics, automation, and reliability engineering.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure equipment reliability, availability, and uptime through preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and corrective actions.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and automation-related equipment failures.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities on robotics, conveyors, palletizers, LGVs, stretch wrappers, and automated warehouse systems.
• Execute root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to reduce recurring equipment failures.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve system reliability and efficiency.
• Restore equipment functionality quickly and safely during downtime events.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, service reports, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with customer maintenance and operations teams to support production goals.
• Partner with E80 engineering and technical support teams to resolve complex issues and implement improvements.
• Support spare parts inventory management and recommend inventory levels for critical components.
• Provide technical guidance and on-the-job training related to E80 equipment and maintenance best practices.
• Maintain maintenance tools, workspaces, and equipment in accordance with E80 safety standards.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree/HS or GED, Technical Certification, Military Technical Training, Apprenticeship, or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.
• 3+ years of hands-on technical experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Automated Equipment Service
• Electrical / Mechanical Maintenance
• Forklift or Material Handling Equipment MaintenanceMechatronics or Automation Systems
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, schematics, service manuals, and equipment drawings.
• Experience diagnosing issues involving motors, drives, sensors, conveyors, actuators, gearboxes, and automation systems.
• Ability to work independently in a customer-facing environment.
• Strong attention to detail, safety, documentation, and quality workmanship.
• Experience with PLC-controlled equipment, robotics, LGVs/AGVs, conveyors, ASRS systems, or warehouse automation systems is preferred.
• CMRT or similar maintenance/reliability certification is a plus.
• Experience with SAP, Salesforce, CMMS, or maintenance management systems is preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications.

What's in It for You

• Compensation: $35/hour - $42/hour DOE (FLSA Non-Exempt)
• Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, STD, LTD, PTO, and 401(k) Match
• Advanced Technology Exposure: Work with robotics, LGVs, warehouse automation systems, and industry-leading logistics technologies.

Benefits and Perks:

• Day 1 medical, dental, and vision coverage
• E80 Group pays approximately 90% of employee medical premiums
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Generous paid time off, companywide Holiday closure in December, paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development, training, and career advancement opportunities
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation technology and global industry leaders

Not just a job, but Career growth: Our steady year-on-year growth fosters a culture of talent development where we constantly create opportunities for you to learn, grow, and feel empowered to reach your full potential, no matter which career path you choose.

E80 World Academy: Be prepared to be impressed by our innovative training and learning programs. We offer cutting-edge insights to help you refine your expertise and succeed in your role.

#BE80: You'll be part of a dynamic, collaborative team where giving back is at the core of our success and central to the #BE80 Culture.

#LI-AG1

Qualified applicants will receive consideration.
E80 Group does not tolerate any kind of discrimination or offensive behavior against one's personality (for example, moral, sexual or other kind of harassment, intimidation, persecution and other), or social exclusion or unfair treatment due to nationality, race, colour, ethnic or social origin, membership of a national minority, property, birth, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, genetic features, family status, religions or political views or physical disabilities, veteran status, citizenship status, marital status, or pregnancy.