Reliability Engineer

The Corporate Reliability Engineer is responsible for supporting and advancing reliability and Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM) programs across assigned regions. This role focuses on regional program execution, data analysis, coaching, auditing, and hands-on support of site maintenance and operations teams. The position serves as a technical reliability leader, bridging corporate standards and site-level execution.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Reliability & CBM Support

• Support regional sites with continuous improvement of CBM programs including vibration analysis, oil analysis, ultrasound, thermography, UT, and wireless condition monitoring.
• Analyze predictive data, identify trends, and provide clear, data-driven repair and risk-based maintenance recommendations.
• Perform troubleshooting and validation of repairs through follow-up data collection and analysis.
• Track work requests in CMMS/EAM systems based on asset criticality and condition findings.

Standards, Processes & Audits

• Promote and audit compliance with corporate reliability standards, OEM requirements, and MOC-approved modifications.
• Audit CBM routes, procedures, PMs, lubrication programs, spare parts/BOMs, and documentation accuracy.
• Provide feedback and corrective actions to ensure consistent execution across sites.
• Support Management of Change (MOC) processes related to reliability strategies and asset modifications.

Training, Coaching & Collaboration

• Train, mentor, and develop site CBM Technicians, Lubrication Technicians, and Maintenance personnel.
• Coach site leadership on reliability fundamentals, risk-based decision making, and proper response to CBM findings.
• Serve as a "boots-on-the-ground" reliability resource during site visits.
• Collaborate with other Regional Engineers, Corporate Reliability, and site teams to share best practices.

Program Management & Vendor Support

• Assist with regional CBM program management, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate contractor and vendor activities related to predictive technologies and data collection.
• Stay current on reliability technologies, tools, and industry best practices.

Safety & Quality

• Champion corporate safety and quality expectations.
• Identify, report, and escalate safety issues observed during site work and audits.
• Ensure all reliability activities are conducted in accordance with safe work practices.

Weekly / Ongoing Activities

• Travel to sites based on regional support needs.
• Review predictive and wireless sensor data; issue findings and follow-ups.
• Perform spot checks of CBM programs, routes, and technician execution.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to close findings and confirm repair effectiveness.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

• Strong reliability mindset focused on maintaining assets in OEM or MOC-approved condition.
• Ability to translate condition data into actionable maintenance recommendations.
• Proactive self-starter capable of advancing programs with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to lead difficult, constructive conversations.
• Strong collaboration skills within a matrixed organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CMMS/EAM systems.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• 4-7 years of experience
• Experience in maintenance and reliability within asset-intensive, heavy industrial or continuous manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated experience with CBM technologies including vibration analysis and oil analysis.
• Experience with RCA and FMEA.
• ISO-certified Vibration Analyst Category II.

 

Preferred / Desired Qualifications

• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP).
• Machinery Lubrication Technician or Analyst (MLT/MLA Level I or higher).
• Ultrasound Level I certification.
• Thermography certification (preferred but not required).

Travel Requirements

Willingness and ability to travel monthly; travel is a core function of the role.