Reliability Engineer – Continuous Improvement

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement reliability-centered maintenance strategies for critical production equipment.
• Lead root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) to identify and eliminate recurring equipment issues.
• Support predictive and preventive maintenance programs to improve asset performance and reduce downtime.
• Utilize condition monitoring techniques such as vibration analysis, thermography, and lubrication analysis.
• Partner with maintenance and operations teams to improve equipment availability and operational efficiency.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to maintenance effectiveness and equipment reliability.
• Assist with major equipment overhauls, capital improvement projects, and equipment upgrades.
• Collaborate with vendors, contractors, and equipment manufacturers to optimize equipment performance.
• Provide technical guidance and training to maintenance personnel.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and operational standards.
• Participate directly in field troubleshooting and hands-on problem solving alongside maintenance teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of reliability engineering experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or heavy industrial environment.
• 5+ years of maintenance experience with industrial equipment.
• Strong understanding of predictive and preventive maintenance methodologies.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Knowledge of reliability tools and methodologies such as RCM, RCFA, FMEA, and TPM.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience analyzing maintenance and reliability data to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work closely with maintenance technicians and perform hands-on field support when needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in steel, metals, or other heavy manufacturing environments.
• Certification in reliability engineering (CMRP, CRE, or similar).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience supporting large industrial equipment such as furnaces, rolling mills, cranes, or material handling systems.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Life insurance coverage
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Employee assistance programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career development and advancement opportunities