Maintenance engineer

CATL is building its second European production base in Debrecen to serve the European market even more efficiently and to develop its international production network. Let's work together for the future of electromobility in Europe!

Date: Aug 9, 2026

Job Number: 2765

Job Type Job category: Temporary

Description Maintenance engineer Build the future of electromobility with us – in Debrecen! The world’s leading battery manufacturer, CATL, is opening its second European production base in Debrecen! Be part of an innovative, green, and forward-looking industrial revolution, and join us in shaping Europe’s sustainable mobility!

What tasks await you?

• Establish, implement, and continuously improve equipment management systems, maintenance standards, procedures, and TPM activities to ensure safe and reliable equipment operation;
• Develop and manage preventive and corrective maintenance plans, supervise daily equipment operation, lead troubleshooting activities, and drive continuous reliability improvements;
• Maintain equipment documentation and technical records, analyze equipment performance and maintenance costs, and implement energy-saving and cost-reduction initiatives to support operational KPIs;
• Support the installation, commissioning, optimization, and continuous improvement of production equipment and intelligent manufacturing systems while providing technical training to operators and maintenance personnel.

You Are The Perfect Candidate If You

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree or above in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering field;
• Have at least 2 years of experience in equipment development, maintenance, or manufacturing engineering, preferably within an automated production environment;
• Possess programming and troubleshooting capabilities with at least two mainstream PLC platforms (such as Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron, Schneider, or Keyence), and have strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Demonstrate good leadership, teamwork, reporting, and cross-functional communication abilities, with fluent English and Hungarian language skills.

It’s An Advantage If You Have The Following

• Experience in intelligent manufacturing, Industry 4.0, battery, automotive, electronics, or other high-volume manufacturing industries;
• Knowledge of programming languages (C language, LabVIEW), CCD vision systems, TPM, lean manufacturing, or energy management.

What We Offer You

• Bonus: We reward your work with two annual bonuses;
• Cafeteria (SZÉP Card): A monthly cafeteria benefit that you can freely use for leisure or cultural expenses;
• Meal Support: We cover half the cost of one main meal per day – you can choose from both Hungarian and Chinese menus to keep you energized;
• Commuting Support: Company bus or fuel allowance to ensure a smooth commute every day;
• Employee Referral Program: You recommend, we pay;
• Internal Training: We provide in-house training to support your professional development.