Maintenance Engineer Jobs in North Carolina

Maintenance Engineer jobs in North Carolina are in consistent demand, with openings concentrated in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and industrial facilities from the Research Triangle through Charlotte and the Triad. Hiring runs from entry-level technicians to senior reliability engineers, with established employers like Caterpillar, Honeywell, and Novo Nordisk maintaining a strong presence across the state. The most sought-after specialties include predictive maintenance, PLC programming, and HVAC systems engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles41
Top employerSchulte Hospitality
Top cityCharlotte, NC
Cities hiring22
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Quaintance-Weaver Restaurants & Hotels
Maintenance Technician / Engineer, Proximity Hotel
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Maintenance Technician / Engineer, Proximity Hotel
Quaintance-Weaver Restaurants & Hotels
Greensboro, North Carolina
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
501-1,000

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Green — Transit Facility Design Engineer - CITY OF RALEIGH - GoRaleigh Operations and Maintenance Facility Expansion
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Green — Transit Facility Design Engineer - CITY OF RALEIGH - GoRaleigh Operations and Maintenance Facility Expansion
FuntoRecruit
Raleigh, North Carolina
Business Development
Customer Service
Customer Success
$65 - $139/hr

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Alsco Uniforms
Maintenance Engineer
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Maintenance Engineer
Alsco Uniforms
Raleigh, North Carolina
IT Support
IT Support & Systems Administration
Project Management
Technical Program Management
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Schulte Hospitality Group
Maintenance Engineer
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Maintenance Engineer
Schulte Hospitality Group
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$19 - $21/hr
5,001-10,000

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Macy's
Maintenance Engineer II, SouthPark Mall - Full Time
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Maintenance Engineer II, SouthPark Mall - Full Time
Macy's
Charlotte, North Carolina
Engineering (Non-Software)
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Maintenance & Repair
$23.51 - $38.03/hr
EPA Refrigeration Certification
10,000+

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Maintenance Engineer Jobs by City in North Carolina

Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Charlotte
7 jobs
Raleigh
6 jobs
Durham
4 jobs
Winston-Salem
3 jobs
Greensboro
2 jobs
Morehead City
2 jobs
Cary
1 job
Dunn
1 job
Eden
1 job

Maintenance Engineer Job Market in North Carolina

A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Schulte Hospitality
Schulte Hospitality2 open roles
Crown Hotel & Travel Management
Crown Hotel & Travel Management2 open roles
Hospitality Ventures Management
Hospitality Ventures Management2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What North Carolina Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance engineer jobs across North Carolina.

  • Associate or bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering technology
  • Hands-on experience with preventive and corrective maintenance in a manufacturing environment
  • Proficiency with CMMS software such as SAP PM, Maximo, or eMaint
  • Knowledge of PLC programming and industrial control systems troubleshooting
  • Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals

Maintenance Engineer Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a maintenance engineer in North Carolina?

Most maintenance engineer roles in North Carolina require at minimum an associate degree in an engineering technology field, with many employers preferring a bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering. North Carolina does not require a state license for most industrial maintenance engineer positions, but candidates pursuing roles involving electrical systems may benefit from earning a North Carolina electrical contractor license through the North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors. Certifications from bodies like SMRP or NFPA strengthen applications considerably.

Which companies hire maintenance engineers in North Carolina?

Employers hiring maintenance engineers in North Carolina right now include Schulte Hospitality, Crown Hotel & Travel Management, and Hospitality Ventures Management, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. North Carolina's dense concentration of pharmaceutical manufacturers, food and beverage plants, and aerospace suppliers in the Charlotte and Research Triangle areas means large, long-tenured employers continuously recruit for both entry-level and experienced maintenance engineering roles.

Which North Carolina cities have the most maintenance engineer jobs?

Charlotte, Raleigh, and Durham consistently post the highest volume of maintenance engineer openings in North Carolina. Charlotte draws the most listings thanks to its large manufacturing base, distribution centers, and energy sector employers, while Raleigh and Durham benefit from the pharmaceutical and biotech campuses concentrated in and around Research Triangle Park, which generate steady demand for specialized maintenance and reliability engineers.

Are there remote maintenance engineer jobs in North Carolina?

Yes, but they're rare. Maintenance engineering is fundamentally hands-on work tied to physical equipment and facilities, so most roles require on-site presence. About 0% of maintenance engineer openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to involve remote monitoring, documentation, or reliability analysis rather than direct equipment upkeep.

How can I get hired as a maintenance engineer in North Carolina with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a maintenance technician or facilities technician role at a large North Carolina manufacturer or plant, then building toward an engineering title. Companies like Caterpillar in Clayton and Flex in Altamahaw run structured apprenticeship and technician training pipelines that advance candidates without a four-year degree. Community colleges such as Wake Technical and Rowan-Cabarrus offer industrial systems and mechatronics programs that North Carolina employers directly recruit from, and earning a CMMS certification before applying gives candidates a measurable edge.

Where can I find and apply to maintenance engineer jobs in North Carolina?

You can find and apply to maintenance engineer jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employer.

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