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# Reliability Engineer

- **Company:** J.D. Irving, Limited.
- **Location:** Macon, GA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, Microsoft Office
- **Published:** September 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://careers.jdirving.com/#en/sites/Careers/job/11887

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in a related Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial)
 * 2+ years of relevant experience, experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment is considered an asset
 * Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to work in a team environment
 * Excellent computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office programs is required
 * Analytical and detail oriented with a high level of commitment and self-motivation
 * Working knowledge of a computerized maintenance management system is required, JD Edwards experience is a plus

## Description

The Reliability Engineer is a key member of the maintenance team. This position provides technical assistance and coordination for maintenance improvement efforts. Their focus is to guarantee asset uptime to assure the availability and durability of the equipment while achieving optimum costs. Reporting to the Reliability Team Leader, the Reliability Engineer works both independently as well as with the Maintenance Leaders, Maintenance Technicians, Planners, Stores Personnel, Production Teams, and Engineers.

 * Utilize proactive maintenance systems with a focus on preventative, predictive, and conditions-based monitoring, including the following:
 + Root cause failure analysis;
 + Managing the results of Condition Monitoring Functions;
 + Life Cycle Asset Management
 * Identify improvement opportunities and work with Planners and Coordinators to advance maintenance workflow and highlight prioritized jobs requiring completion
 * Work with Maintenance and Site Management to develop and track KPIs
 * Communicate across all levels of facility personnel to build collaboration and align the organization to prioritized reliability opportunities


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