> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4636895-reliability-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4636895-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:** Specialty Granules LLC - **Location:** Pembine, WI, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Reliability Engineering, SAP Plant Maintenance - **Published:** November 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/reliability-engineer-pembine-wi--6b0d557e-eacb-490b-9073-31a206a973d4 ## About the Role Reliability Engineering, Best Practices, Mechanical Engineering, Analysis Skills, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Reliability Centered Maintenance, Team Player, Risk Management, Preventative Maintenance, Asset Management, Education: BS degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred Experience: 3+ years in heavy industrial setting, mining preferred. Knowledge: Preference toward Mechanical Engineering with knowledge of maintenance & reliability best practices including preventive, predictive, and precision maintenance. History of implementing reliability best practices. Experience transforming a reactive work environment into a proactive work culture/environment. Good team building skills. The ability to work with & through others and teams. Knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance analysis processes including asset criticality assessments, failure modes and effects analysis, and PM optimization., * Must have good team building skills and the ability to work through others. Must be a driver of change. * Must have good analytical and troubleshooting skills. ## Description * Must be able to develop a vision and execute through others. * Must be well versed in root cause failure analysis * Strong understanding of world class planning and scheduling * Strong understanding of preventive and predictive maintenance technologies: including vibration, thermography, ultrasonic, and NDT technologies along with the ability to manage the associated routes and corrective actions * Strong understanding of machine lubrication, oil analysis, cleanliness standards, lubrication properties, etc… * Must be well versed in precision maintenance technologies * Must be able to manage and facilitate PM Optimization process for critical assets * Strong knowledge of Reliability-Centered Maintenance, FMEA, asset criticality rankings and assessments * Ability to recommend materials, parts, and inventory based on M&R "best practices" * Must be able to develop effective work procedures and job plans * Ability to use M&R analysis tools * Strong understanding of workforce management principles and employee development * Must have the ability to manage performance through metrics * Strong knowledge of computer maintenance management systems, * Manage a Failure Reporting, Analysis, and Corrective Action System (FRACAS) process. To include weekly downtime reporting and monthly FRACAS meetings with action plan developed for high downtime assets effecting OEE. * Manage the preventive and predictive maintenance programs. To include PM Optimization reviews criticality assessments, predictive routes, NDT, and precision maintenance "best practices". * Manage the lubrication process to improve OEE of the critical assets. Develop action plans for cleaning up machine lubrication on crushers, screeners, mobile equipment, etc… * Manage lubrication sampling program, including the development and tracking plans for out-of-spec asset lubrication. * Manage machine lubrication technician position. Audit performance of program. * Develop yearly and 5-year work force development plans * Maintain and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for department. * Audit maintenance practices and implement changes, when required, to improve performance * Develop, maintain and document work flows for maintenance processes such as work request, work orders, planning, scheduling, purchase req's, work order completion and manage work generated from inspections, etc… Working Conditions Work entails direct supervision of Maintenance Projects and Personnel. Maintenance work is performed in enclosed facilities and outdoor areas where extremes of heat, cold, dust, noise, wet conditions and rough terrain exist. Approximately 30% of the work is administrative in natur