Reliability Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a Reliability Engineer to lead preventive maintenance (PM) and reliability initiatives for complex manufacturing equipment. This role combines hands-on technical work with project leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven maintenance improvements.
Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of engineers in PM and CMMS management.
- Design, implement, and communicate weekly maintenance plans.
- Provide technical support to mechanics and operators as needed.
- Use RCA tools (FMEA, 5-Whys, Fishbone) to identify current and potential failures.
- Advise project teams on equipment design, installation, revisions, and total cost of ownership.
- Develop work instructions, investment proposals, and reliability improvement plans.
- Track and analyze KPIs such as MTTR, MTBF, and downtime.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- 6+ years of progressive experience in industrial equipment reliability or maintenance.
- Strong knowledge of PLCs, controls, and electrical drive systems.
- Deep expertise with RCA tools: FMEA, 5-Whys, Fishbone.
- Experience with 3D/CAD systems and CMMS software (Ultimo, MVP-1, SAP, Maximo, etc.).
- Previous project management experience required.
- U.S. citizen or green card holder.