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# Reliability Engineer

- **Company:** Actalent
- **Location:** Strawberry Plains, TN, United States
- **Salary:** $100,000 - $125,000
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** AutoCAD, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, Decision Support Systems, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, SAP ERP, Reliability Engineering, SAP (Applications), Software Troubleshooting
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/tn/strawberry-plains/7f9bdbcc-5409-4541-add6-89261cccf0ff

## About the Role

AutoCAD
Planning
Auditing
Visionary
Scheduling
Operations
Leadership
Innovation
Reliability
Communication
Investigation
Collaboration
Failure Causes
Problem Solving
Maintainability
SAP Applications
Field Inspection
Failure Analysis
Material Handling
Budget Development
Industry Standards
Root Cause Analysis
Predictive Analytics
Condition Monitoring
Operation Maintenance
Preventive Maintenance
Predictive Maintenance
Operational Excellence
Operational Efficiency
Reliability Engineering
Technical Documentation
Engineering Design Process
Material Handling Equipment
Condition-Based Maintenance
Verbal Communication Skills
Data-Driven Decision Making
Continuous Improvement Process
Reliability Centered Maintenance
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Failure Mode And Effects Analysis
Industrial Repair And Maintenance
Corrective And Preventive Action (CAPA)
Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, * Experience supporting mechanical and/or structural equipment in a heavy industrial, manufacturing, processing, mining, or similar environment.

 * Strong understanding of equipment reliability principles, maintenance practices, and failure analysis techniques.
 * Hands-on experience with industrial mechanical equipment and material handling systems.
 * Working knowledge of RCA, FMEA, RCM, preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, and condition-based maintenance programs.
 * Experience utilizing Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), with SAP experience preferred.
 * Ability to interpret and maintain equipment records, drawings, manuals, and technical documentation.
 * Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
 * Technical trade certification, engineering degree, or equivalent industrial maintenance experience., * Reliability Engineering experience within a large-scale industrial or manufacturing operation.
 * Experience with AutoCAD or similar engineering design software.
 * Experience developing and improving preventive maintenance programs and procedures.
 * Ability to train and mentor maintenance and operations personnel on reliability best practices.
 * Demonstrated success translating reliability data into actionable improvement initiatives., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

## Description

The Reliability Engineer is responsible for improving equipment reliability, maintenance effectiveness, and overall asset performance across a large industrial operation. This role analyzes equipment performance, investigates failures, and develops maintenance strategies that drive operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and extend equipment life. Working closely with Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering teams, the Reliability Engineer implements data-driven solutions that support preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance programs., * Analyze equipment performance data to identify opportunities for improved reliability, availability, and maintenance effectiveness.

 * Lead root cause investigations for significant equipment failures and develop corrective and preventive action plans.
 * Monitor reliability metrics, downtime trends, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify recurring issues and improvement opportunities.
 * Develop, implement, and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for new and existing equipment.
 * Facilitate and support Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) initiatives.
 * Partner with Operations and Maintenance teams to improve maintenance planning, scheduling, and work management processes.
 * Review downtime and delay data to identify trends and implement corrective actions.
 * Provide technical expertise and recommendations related to condition monitoring and equipment reliability.
 * Support equipment rebuilds and overhauls by incorporating historical reliability data and lessons learned.
 * Establish and maintain reliability standards and performance expectations for new, repaired, and overhauled equipment.
 * Benchmark equipment performance against internal and industry standards and develop action plans to address gaps.
 * Conduct equipment and maintenance program audits and recommend reliability improvements.
 * Support maintenance and reliability budget development through analysis of historical performance and maintenance costs.
 * Develop and deliver training programs related to reliability principles, RCA methodologies, and maintenance best practices.
 * Evaluate equipment modifications and prepare technical justifications for reliability improvement projects.
 * Lead or support engineering projects focused on improving equipment reliability, safety, maintainability, and operational performance.
 * Maintain accurate equipment histories, drawings, records, and technical documentation.
 * Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, operations, and vendors to implement sustainable equipment improvements.
 * Promote standardized maintenance practices, reporting, procedures, and communication across the facility