Maintenance Engineer Jobs in Tennessee
Maintenance engineer jobs in Tennessee are in steady demand, with the state's manufacturing base, automotive assembly plants, and growing logistics infrastructure keeping hiring active at every level from entry-level technicians through senior reliability engineers. Nashville, Memphis, and Chattanooga anchor most of the activity, where employers like Bridgestone Americas, Volkswagen Group of America, and Amazon have established large maintenance-intensive facilities. The most sought-after specialties in Tennessee are industrial automation, preventive maintenance systems, and HVAC and electrical systems engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Huf NA, Greeneville (TN) I United States (US)
Senior Paint Maintenance Engineer (Automated Paint Operations)
We are a leading developer and manufacturer of mechanical and electronic locking systems as well as car access and authorization systems for the global automotive industry. Founded in 1908 in Velbert, Germany, we are an independent, family-owned company with around 7,500 employees at locations in Europe, America and Asia and achieved sales of more than EUR 1.2 billion in the financial year 2023.
Your Role (TPS Mindset)
Own and continuously improve equipment reliability in the automated paint shop by building a zero-breakdown, highly stable production environment
This role is not about reacting to failures—it is about eliminating them. We are looking for a senior maintenance leader who takes full ownership of equipment health, drives Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) as a system, and builds a culture where problems are prevented—not managed
- Own equipment stability as a prerequisite for flowEnsure reliable, repeatable operation of all paint assets (robots, booths, Air Make-Up Units (AMUs), ovens, conveyors) through disciplined maintenance systems
- Build and lead a true TPM systemImplement and sustain preventive and predictive maintenance, with clear ownership between engineering, maintenance, and production (Autonomous + Planned Maintenance)
- Eliminate breakdowns at the root causeLead structured problem solving (5 Whys, Ishikawa, Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA)) for chronic equipment losses and ensure permanent countermeasures
- Move from reactive to proactive maintenanceReduce firefighting by developing standard routines, condition-based monitoring, and early abnormality detection
- Develop people, not dependencyCoach multi-shift maintenance teams to own equipment, follow standards, and identify abnormalities early
- Drive reliability Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) with purposeImprove Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), Mean Time To Repair (MTTR), and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through system-based improvements—not individual heroics.
- Standardize and digitize maintenance systemsBuild clear, auditable maintenance standards and integrate them into SAP/Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for transparency and discipline.
- Enable operations, not interrupt themPartner with production and engineering to ensure equipment is always ready for trials, launches, and stable series production
Your Skills
- Deep paint equipment expertise 8+ years in automated paint maintenance (automotive preferred) Proven track record improving equipment reliability and uptime
- True TPM leadership Hands-on experience implementing TPM pillars, not just maintaining systems Strong understanding of Autonomous vs. Planned Maintenance
- Root cause-driven mindset Demonstrated ability to eliminate recurring failures—not just repair them Strong use of structured problem solving and data
- Technical mastery Robots, paint systems, AMUs, ovens, conveyors Understanding of failure modes and system interactions in paint environments
- Leadership with ownership Experience leading multi-shift teams Drives accountability, discipline, and standards across all shifts
- Gemba mindset Leads on the shopfloor Solves problems where they occur, with the team
- System thinker Experience with SAP/CMMS, standardization, and KPI-driven maintenance systems
What we offer
- Significant reduction in unplanned downtime and chronic equipment losses
- Clear and sustained TPM system in place (Autonomous + Planned Maintenance)
- Improved MTBF, MTTR, and OEE performance
- Maintenance team operating with discipline, ownership, and standard work Shift from reactive firefighting
- proactive reliability culture
- Competitive pay
- Full comprehensive health insurance, dental, vision, flexible spending account
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off
Huf celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Huf North America Automotive Parts Manufacturing, Corp.
Michelle Myers
Huf NA, Greeneville (TN) I United States (US)
Senior Paint Maintenance Engineer (Automated Paint Operations)
We are a leading developer and manufacturer of mechanical and electronic locking systems as well as car access and authorization systems for the global automotive industry. Founded in 1908 in Velbert, Germany, we are an independent, family-owned company with around 7,500 employees at locations in Europe, America and Asia and achieved sales of more than EUR 1.2 billion in the financial year 2023.
Your Role (TPS Mindset)
Own and continuously improve equipment reliability in the automated paint shop by building a zero-breakdown, highly stable production environment
This role is not about reacting to failures—it is about eliminating them. We are looking for a senior maintenance leader who takes full ownership of equipment health, drives Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) as a system, and builds a culture where problems are prevented—not managed
- Own equipment stability as a prerequisite for flowEnsure reliable, repeatable operation of all paint assets (robots, booths, Air Make-Up Units (AMUs), ovens, conveyors) through disciplined maintenance systems
- Build and lead a true TPM systemImplement and sustain preventive and predictive maintenance, with clear ownership between engineering, maintenance, and production (Autonomous + Planned Maintenance)
- Eliminate breakdowns at the root causeLead structured problem solving (5 Whys, Ishikawa, Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA)) for chronic equipment losses and ensure permanent countermeasures
- Move from reactive to proactive maintenanceReduce firefighting by developing standard routines, condition-based monitoring, and early abnormality detection
- Develop people, not dependencyCoach multi-shift maintenance teams to own equipment, follow standards, and identify abnormalities early
- Drive reliability Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) with purposeImprove Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), Mean Time To Repair (MTTR), and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through system-based improvements—not individual heroics.
- Standardize and digitize maintenance systemsBuild clear, auditable maintenance standards and integrate them into SAP/Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for transparency and discipline.
- Enable operations, not interrupt themPartner with production and engineering to ensure equipment is always ready for trials, launches, and stable series production
Your Skills
- Deep paint equipment expertise 8+ years in automated paint maintenance (automotive preferred) Proven track record improving equipment reliability and uptime
- True TPM leadership Hands-on experience implementing TPM pillars, not just maintaining systems Strong understanding of Autonomous vs. Planned Maintenance
- Root cause-driven mindset Demonstrated ability to eliminate recurring failures—not just repair them Strong use of structured problem solving and data
- Technical mastery Robots, paint systems, AMUs, ovens, conveyors Understanding of failure modes and system interactions in paint environments
- Leadership with ownership Experience leading multi-shift teams Drives accountability, discipline, and standards across all shifts
- Gemba mindset Leads on the shopfloor Solves problems where they occur, with the team
- System thinker Experience with SAP/CMMS, standardization, and KPI-driven maintenance systems
What we offer
- Significant reduction in unplanned downtime and chronic equipment losses
- Clear and sustained TPM system in place (Autonomous + Planned Maintenance)
- Improved MTBF, MTTR, and OEE performance
- Maintenance team operating with discipline, ownership, and standard work Shift from reactive firefighting
- proactive reliability culture
- Competitive pay
- Full comprehensive health insurance, dental, vision, flexible spending account
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off
Huf celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Huf North America Automotive Parts Manufacturing, Corp.
Michelle Myers
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Maintenance Engineer Job Market in Tennessee
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive
- Chemicals & Materials
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance engineer jobs across Tennessee.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering or related field
- Hands-on experience with preventive and predictive maintenance programs in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency with PLC programming and automated production equipment troubleshooting
- Familiarity with CMMS platforms such as SAP PM, Maximo, or eMaint for work order management
- Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and Tennessee workplace safety compliance requirements
- Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills across hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Maintenance Engineer Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a maintenance engineer in Tennessee?
Most maintenance engineer roles in Tennessee require at minimum an associate degree in an engineering technology field, though a bachelor's in mechanical or electrical engineering strengthens your candidacy for senior roles. Tennessee does not require a state-issued license specifically for maintenance engineers in industrial settings, but roles involving electrical work may require a Tennessee electrical contractor license issued through the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance. Employers in automotive and manufacturing corridors strongly prefer candidates with hands-on CMMS and PLC experience alongside their credentials.
Which companies hire maintenance engineers in Tennessee?
Employers hiring maintenance engineers in Tennessee right now include Innophos, SL America, and Jadex, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Tennessee's dense concentration of automotive, tire manufacturing, and distribution facilities means large, established operations continuously hire maintenance engineers to support high-volume production lines.
Which Tennessee cities have the most maintenance engineer jobs?
Nashville, Greeneville, and Clinton have the most maintenance engineer openings in Tennessee. Nashville leads due to its broad mix of manufacturing, healthcare facilities, and logistics hubs, while Memphis draws significant demand from distribution centers and industrial plants along its river corridor, and Chattanooga's automotive manufacturing presence, anchored by facilities like the Volkswagen plant, sustains consistent hiring in that market.
Are there remote maintenance engineer jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, but they're rare. Maintenance engineering is fundamentally hands-on work tied to physical equipment and facilities, so the vast majority of roles require on-site presence. About 0% of maintenance engineer openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be in planning-heavy or reliability consulting roles rather than frontline maintenance functions.
How can I get hired as a maintenance engineer in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a maintenance technician or facilities associate role at one of Tennessee's major manufacturing employers, such as the automotive plants in Chattanooga or the tire production facilities in the Nashville metro, which regularly bring on candidates with vocational or associate-level training. Tennessee College of Applied Technology campuses offer industrial maintenance programs that lead directly into these openings. Earning a Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician credential from SMRP gives early-career candidates a concrete edge when competing for roles that list experience requirements.
Where can I find and apply to maintenance engineer jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to maintenance engineer jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization, then apply directly through the listings.
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