Posted:
7/16/2025, 5:00:00 PM
Location(s):
Cheb, Northwest, Czechia ⋅ Northwest, Czechia
Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Software Engineering
Workplace Type:
On-site
FORTNA partners with the world’s leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. Known world-wide for enabling companies to keep pace with digital disruption and growth objectives, we design and deliver solutions, powered by intelligent software, to optimize fast, accurate and cost-effective order fulfillment and last mile delivery. Our people, innovative approach and proprietary algorithms and tools ensure optimal operations design and material and information flow. We deliver exceptional value every day to our customers with comprehensive services and products including network strategy, distribution center operational design and implementation, material handling automated equipment, robotics and a comprehensive suite of lifecycle services.
At FORTNA, we believe in fostering a workplace that isn't just a job but a movement – a collective effort to redefine success and transform challenges into opportunities. "Join the Movement" encapsulates our commitment to a workplace culture that thrives on collaboration, celebrates diversity, and empowers every individual to contribute to something greater than themselves. Our Team. Our Passion. Our Approach.
Join our dynamic on-site maintenance team as a Maintenance Technician Specialist (Equipment Specialist). In this critical role, you’ll act as a subject matter expert (SME) on specific technologies and lower-level controls used in our advanced Material Handling Equipment (MHE) systems. You’ll lead complex troubleshooting efforts, support system optimizations, and deliver technical training to maintenance team members — all to help ensure maximum uptime and performance across our automated operations.
Lead troubleshooting for complex electrical, mechanical, and control system failures.
Analyze PLCs, VFDs, IOs, and network communication systems.
Collaborate with system specialists on upgrades and optimizations.
Perform preventive maintenance and minor system improvements.
Train and support Electromechanical Engineers and junior staff.
Ensure compliance with safety and HSE standards.
Min. 2-year technical degree and 3–5 years of experience in MHE or automation.
Strong knowledge of lower-level controls (LLC), PLC diagnostics, and industrial networks.
Experience with CMMS, SCADA, or WES systems is an advantage.
Able to read technical diagrams and resolve faults independently.
Team player with good problem-solving skills.
Czech – mandatory
English – min. B1 level (reading documentation and basic communication)
Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends or nights.
Physically fit to handle on-site tasks (lifting up to 25 kg, working at heights).
Apply now and become a key technical expert in one of the region’s most modern logistics centers.
Website: https://fortna.com/
Headquarter Location: Reading, Pennsylvania, United States
Employee Count: 251-500
Year Founded: 1946
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: Private Equity
Industries: Consulting ⋅ Information Technology ⋅ Logistics ⋅ Supply Chain Management ⋅ Warehouse Automation