Plant Reliability Engineer

PHOENIX ENGINEERING
New Johnsonville, TN, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience required
1 year minimum
Compensation
$80,766.0 - $147,389.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Computerized Maintenance Management Systems Office Suite Reliability Engineering SAP (Applications)

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated Plant Reliability Engineer to optimize our mechanical infrastructure and drive long-term equipment performance. You will serve as a technical authority, bridging the gap between daily maintenance operations and strategic asset management to ensure maximum uptime and safety. Responsibilities

  • Lead root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and kaizen initiatives to eliminate recurring equipment defects.
  • Optimize preventive maintenance schedules to balance cost-efficiency with mechanical integrity requirements.
  • Provide expert technical guidance for troubleshooting complex mechanical failures and equipment upgrades.
  • Manage the full lifecycle of Management of Change (MOC) documentation to ensure operational safety and compliance.
  • Develop and audit detailed work scopes, equipment specifications, and project schedules for capital improvements.
  • Evaluate vendor designs and proposals to ensure alignment with site reliability goals and budgetary constraints.
  • Analyze inspection data to determine fitness-for-service and establish appropriate maintenance intervals.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Technical writing within manufacturing?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering?, * Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials, or Industrial Engineering.

  • Minimum of 1 year of professional engineering experience in an industrial environment.
  • Working knowledge of ASME codes, API standards, and machine shop fabrication techniques.
  • Proficiency in standard office software and technical documentation., * Experience with SAP or similar Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
  • Familiarity with Process Safety Management (PSM) and high-hazard industrial processes.
  • Relevant certifications such as API 510, 570, 653, or NDE Level II.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive hands-on change.

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