> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2946898-reliability-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2946898-reliability-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Reliability Engineer - **Company:** NABRICO Marine Products - **Location:** Ashland City, TN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, Microsoft Office, Power BI, Mttr - **Published:** September 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=263ac80ad277d738 ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical discipline. * Minimum of 5 years of maintenance, reliability, manufacturing engineering, or asset management experience. * Experience supporting multiple manufacturing facilities preferred. * Demonstrated experience managing capital projects and maintenance improvement initiatives. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. * Experience with CMMS systems, asset management software, and data analysis tools. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Power BI preferred., * Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) certification. * Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) certification or training. * Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. * Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification. * Experience in heavy manufacturing, marine construction, shipbuilding, steel fabrication, or related industrial environments. This role is critical in ensuring the long-term reliability, efficiency, and profitability of manufacturing operations by serving as the strategic connection between plant operations, maintenance leadership, and company leadership. ## Description The Reliability Engineer provides technical leadership and project management support for reliability initiatives, maintenance optimization efforts, and capital expenditures. This position requires a highly collaborative professional who can balance operational priorities across multiple locations while driving continuous improvement, cost control, equipment uptime, and manufacturing efficiency., Reliability & Asset Management * Develop and implement reliability improvement strategies across multiple manufacturing plants. * Analyze equipment performance data to identify chronic failures, recurring maintenance issues, and opportunities for operational improvements. * Lead Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and corrective action initiatives to improve asset reliability and reduce downtime. * Establish and monitor KPIs (key performance indicators) including equipment availability, MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures), MTTR (Mean Time to Repair), maintenance costs, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) * Support preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance programs to maximize equipment performance and lifecycle value. * Develop long-term asset management plans aligned with business objectives and operational requirements. Project Management & Capital Planning * Lead and support multiple reliability, maintenance, and capital projects simultaneously across multiple facilities. * Develop project scopes, budgets, timelines, and business justifications for capital expenditures. * Coordinate project execution with operations, maintenance, engineering, contractors, and corporate stakeholders. * Monitor project costs, schedules, and performance to ensure successful implementation and return on investment. * Identify opportunities for process improvements, equipment upgrades, automation, and cost reduction initiatives. Financial & Budget Responsibilities * Assist in the development and management of maintenance and capital budgets for multiple facilities. * Prepare financial analyses, cost-benefit evaluations, and capital appropriation requests. * Monitor project spending and maintenance expenditures to ensure budget compliance. * Recommend investment strategies that improve reliability while optimizing operational costs. Cross-Functional Leadership & Collaboration * Serve as the primary liaison between Plant Managers, Maintenance Managers, and company leadership regarding reliability initiatives and asset performance. * Facilitate alignment of maintenance strategies, reliability standards, and best practices across all company facilities. * Partner with operations leadership to prioritize projects and reliability improvements that support production goals. * Provide technical expertise and guidance during equipment selection, installation, startup, and commissioning activities. * Support knowledge sharing and standardization efforts across facilities. Continuous Improvement * Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Six Sigma, or similar methodologies. * Conduct reliability audits and assessments to identify opportunities for improvement. * Develop standardized maintenance processes, procedures, and reliability best practices across facilities. * Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. ## Related Videos - [Leading with Reliability: Applying SRE Principles to Build Stronger Engineering Organizations](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100185-leading-with-reliability-applying-sre-principles-to-build-stronger-engineering-organizations) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [What Developers Get Wrong About Application Quality](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/233-what-developers-get-wrong-about-application-quality) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [REST, GraphQL, gRPC, and more: A comparison of modern API styles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100247-rest-graphql-grpc-and-more-a-comparison-of-modern-api-styles) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Top Characteristics of a Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/166-top-characteristics-of-a-software-engineer) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers)