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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Reliability Engineer - **Company:** Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. - **Location:** High Point, NC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, Decision Support Systems, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Reliability Engineering, SAP (Applications), Metasys, Trackwise - **Published:** August 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/7ea897f7-2152-4f5f-afd2-3862c2b563c1 ## About the Role Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related technical discipline required., * At least 5 years of experience in reliability engineering, maintenance planning, maintenance engineering, or a related manufacturing environment. * Experience applying reliability engineering principles including Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and preventive maintenance optimization. * Experience working with CMMS platforms such as Maximo or SAP., * Experience in GMP-regulated manufacturing environments. * Experience with TrackWise or similar quality management systems. * Experience with building management systems such as Metasys. * Project management experience supporting equipment upgrades, capital projects, or manufacturing improvements. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities * Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret equipment performance data and drive improvement initiatives. * Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Operations. * Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, asset management, and continuous improvement methodologies. ## Description We're looking for a highly motivated Reliability Engineer to join our team and help maximize equipment performance, reliability, and operational excellence. In this role, you'll leverage data, engineering expertise, and cross-functional collaboration to improve asset reliability, reduce downtime, and support a world-class manufacturing operation. If you're passionate about solving complex equipment challenges, driving continuous improvement, and using reliability engineering principles to make a measurable impact, we'd love to hear from you. A Day in the Life: As a Reliability Engineer, you will partner with Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations to develop and execute strategies that improve equipment performance throughout the asset lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include: * Develop and optimize reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) strategies, preventive maintenance (PM) programs, and maintenance plans based on equipment criticality and failure modes. * Analyze equipment performance, downtime, OEE, and maintenance data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. * Lead and support root cause failure analyses (RCA) and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to eliminate recurring equipment issues. * Partner with Maintenance and Operations to prioritize work based on production impact, risk, and asset criticality. * Drive initiatives that improve equipment availability, reduce unplanned downtime, and optimize maintenance intervals. * Support technical investigations and deviation management by identifying systemic equipment issues and recommending sustainable solutions. * Participate in new equipment installations, qualification activities, and capital projects with a focus on reliability, maintainability, and lifecycle cost. * Develop and review User Requirement Specifications (URS) and Functional Requirements (FR) with reliability and spare parts strategies in mind. * Maintain accurate asset information within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to support data-driven decision making. * Establish, monitor, and report key reliability performance indicators while driving improvement initiatives. * Support audit readiness by ensuring maintenance strategies and documentation meet GMP and regulatory expectations. * Serve as a subject matter expert or backup SME for CMMS (Maximo) and building automation systems (Metasys). * Collaborate across departments to improve equipment performance, manufacturing capacity, and operational efficiency. 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