Reliability Engineer II

The Reliability Engineer at STRATTEC Corporation is responsible for improving the performance, safety, and longevity of critical manufacturing equipment by applying engineering principles, data analysis, and proactive maintenance strategies. This role serves as a technical expert focused on identifying failure modes, eliminating chronic downtime issues, optimizing preventive and predictive maintenance programs, and driving long-term equipment reliability improvements across the plant.

Working closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Production, and the Maintenance Planner/Scheduler, the Reliability Engineer ensures STRATTEC’s manufacturing processes operate at peak efficiency and support high-quality, high-volume production. This position plays a central role in strengthening Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), advancing condition-based monitoring technologies, and building a data-driven reliability culture that reduces unplanned downtime, lowers maintenance costs, and improves asset performance., Reliability Engineering & Root Cause Analysis

· Lead root cause analysis (RCA), failure investigations, and corrective action development for recurring equipment issues.

· Conduct equipment performance analyses using MTBF, MTTR, downtime tracking, and reliability metrics.

· Recommend engineering solutions to eliminate chronic failures, improve equipment design, and optimize component life.

· Collaborate with engineering and production to integrate reliability considerations into new equipment design and modifications.

Predictive & Condition-Based Maintenance

· Manage predictive maintenance (PdM) technologies such as vibration analysis, thermography, lubrication analysis, and ultrasound.

· Use equipment condition data to identify early signs of failure and generate corrective work orders.

· Trend equipment health over time and implement data-driven improvements.

Preventive Maintenance Optimization

· Review and optimize preventive maintenance (PM) tasks based on equipment condition, failure history, and reliability trends.

· Validate PM effectiveness through field audits, technician feedback, and data reviews.

· Ensure PMs are accurately documented and updated in the CMMS.

CMMS Data & Equipment Health Monitoring

· Maintain high-quality equipment history, BOM accuracy, asset hierarchies, and failure codes within the CMMS.

· Analyze work order data to identify systemic issues, equipment bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities.

· Work with the Maintenance Planner/Scheduler to ensure maintenance activities align with reliability priorities.

TPM & Continuous Improvement

· Support TPM initiatives by developing engineering-based standards for autonomous and planned maintenance.

· Assist with center lining, equipment restoration projects, and reliability-focused kaizen activities.

· Train technicians and operators on basic reliability concepts and equipment care best practices.

Spare Parts & Asset Strategy

· Support critical spare parts identification, stocking strategies, and failure risk assessments.

· Collaborate with storeroom and purchasing to optimize inventory and part standardization.

· Evaluate asset risk using tools such as equipment criticality assessments and life-cycle cost analysis.

Safety & Compliance

· Ensure all reliability and maintenance engineering practices support OSHA and plant safety standards.

· Participate in safety reviews, risk assessments, and safe work procedure development.

Reliability Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Automotive Industry, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Usability Engineering, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, Customer Support/Service, Reliability Engineering, Data Analysis, · Strong analytical and diagnostic skills

· Engineering mindset focused on long-term solutions

· Data-driven decision-making

· Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration

· Ability to lead investigations and influence improvements

· Continuous improvement and reliability-focused thinking

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Qualifications

Required

· Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Reliability Engineering (or equivalent experience).

· 3+ years of engineering or reliability experience in a manufacturing environment.

· Strong understanding of mechanical systems, automation, instrumentation, and industrial processes.

· Experience with RCA tools (5-Why, Fishbone, A3, FMEA, etc.).

· Proficiency with CMMS platforms and data analysis tools.

· Knowledge of predictive maintenance technologies and reliability principles.

Preferred

· Professional certifications such as CMRP, CRE, or CRL.

· Experience with TPM, LEAN manufacturing, or automotive production.

· Familiarity with CAD, data analytics software, and reliability modeling tools.

REASONING ABILITY

This role will require the ability apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Some of these principles will include the ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.,) and to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Strattec (NASDAQ: STRT) is a global automotive access company that designs and delivers safe, secure, and highly engineered access solutions for the automotive and mobility industries.

Built on generations of access and security engineering expertise, Strattec partners closely with leading automotive OEMs to create differentiated, system-level access experiences for drivers and passengers around the world. Our innovative portfolio spans the entire vehicle access journey:

• Permission: Secure vehicle entry through advanced mechanical and electronic access systems.
• Motion: Reliable, powered access solutions that enhance convenience and everyday usability.
• Hold: Precision-engineered latching systems that deliver strength, safety, durability, and performance trusted by global OEMs.

As vehicle access becomes increasingly intelligent, connected, and central to the overall driving experience, Strattec continues to expand its market presence, diversify its customer base, and grow its global reach. Our vision is to be the world’s most trusted access solutions partner, delivering long-term value across the automotive and mobility markets.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Strattec operates facilities throughout the United States, including locations in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Auburn Hills, Michigan; and El Paso, Texas. Internationally, we maintain manufacturing, engineering, and commercial operations in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, and León, Guanajuato, Mexico, as well as engineering and commercial operations in South Korea.

Our global footprint combines world-class engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and responsive customer support to help shape the future of vehicle access and security.

Guided by our culture pillars of Think New, Do Together, and Own It, we empower associates to innovate, collaborate, and take ownership to make a meaningful impact every day.

Join Strattec and help engineer the access experience for the next generation of mobility.