Reliability Engineer

We’re seeking a hands-on Reliability Engineer to improve equipment performance, reduce downtime, and support long-term asset reliability within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position serves as the primary onsite technical resource, partnering with maintenance and operations teams to troubleshoot equipment, optimize maintenance strategies, and drive continuous improvement initiatives., * Analyze equipment performance trends and identify opportunities to improve reliability and uptime

• Generate and maintain equipment performance metrics, reports, and reliability documentation
• Perform predictive maintenance activities including vibration analysis, thermal imaging, and condition monitoring
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, automation, and controls-related equipment issues
• Lead root cause failure investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent repeat failures
• Support and verify preventative maintenance programs while ensuring maintenance records remain accurate
• Coordinate maintenance work performed by outside contractors and service providers
• Manage critical spare parts inventory to minimize production interruptions
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and leadership teams to improve plant performance
• Provide technical support for PLCs, SCADA systems, HMIs, instrumentation, motor controls, and electrical distribution systems
• Participate in capital projects, equipment upgrades, and plant reliability initiatives
• Respond to equipment failures and provide technical guidance during shutdowns and emergency situations

• 5-8+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, reliability engineering, controls, electrical systems, or manufacturing operations
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, instrumentation, motor controls, variable frequency drives, and industrial automation systems
• Strong troubleshooting abilities across mechanical and electrical equipment
• Experience working with low-voltage electrical distribution systems (480V and below)
• Demonstrated experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing reliability improvements
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments and with outside contractors
• Valid driver’s license required

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
• Journeyman-level maintenance or electrical experience
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• Experience within automotive manufacturing, chemical processing, or other industrial manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with burners, fans, pressure transmitters, and process instrumentation

Pulled from the full job description 401(k) Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Dental insurance Life insurance, Pay: $30-$45/hr Schedule: Day Shift | 7:00 AM-3:00 PM, with rotating weekend and on-call coverage as needed Location: St. Charles County, MO (Onsite) Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, * 401(k)

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance