Embedded Site Reliability Engineer

Finning; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Finning Canada is seeking a Site Reliability Engineer to support mining equipment reliability and performance at a selected site. The role emphasizes proactive diagnostic management and collaboration with the customer’s maintenance personnel, Finning branch operations, and Caterpillar teams.

Ideal candidates will have post-secondary education in mechanical/mining fields and professional registration or active membership in technical societies.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in mechanical/mining fields is required or preferred.
• Professional registration or active membership in relevant technical societies is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical resource support and data analysis on mining equipment to improve reliability and performance.
• Analyze equipment life, durability, and history; report findings to the team.
• Develop and deliver monthly/quarterly fleet reports and KPI trends for equipment condition monitoring.
• Lead process improvements and collaborate with Caterpillar and customer networks to drive reliability.

Education

Post-secondary Education in Mechanical, Mining

Professional registration and/or membership in technical societies

Job description

Position Overview: The Site Reliability Engineer for Finning Canada will be based at selected site and be responsible for providing technical support and data analysis on mining equipment of Finning to assist in the equipment management process. Primary focus will be on proactive diagnostic management along with managing Mining Machine product reliability and performance. The objective is to improve customer satisfaction by working with the customer’s reliability and maintenance personnel, Finning’s branch operations, Mining Equipment Management team, Caterpillar (District and Product Groups).

Company: Finning Canada Number of Openings: 4 Worker Type: Permanent Position Overview: The Site Reliability Engineer for Finning Canada will be based at selected site and be responsible for providing technical support and data analysis on mining equipment of Finning to assist in the equipment management process. Primary focus will be on proactive diagnostic management along with managing Mining Machine product reliability and performance. The objective is to improve customer satisfaction by working with the customer’s reliability and maintenance personnel, Finning’s branch operations, Mining Equipment Management team, Caterpillar (District and Product Groups). We are looking for Reliability Engineers to support Kearl, Suncor, Basemine and Aurora. This will be a 7 x 7 continuous shift. (Days Only)

Job Description: With a developed, implemented, and managed strategic Mining account Plan, the key responsibilities will be centric to 4 key areas, technical resource, Support and monitor product reliability and performance, Relationship, Process improvements

Technical Resource

• Investigation of and reporting on equipment failures including field research and data collection within Finning and Caterpillar
• Analyze components' performance: life, durability/reliability, history
• Manage and track all service letters and updates for equipment on site
• Provide technical support to drive improvement projects
• Identify, report and support investigation, and root cause analysis on equipment failures including field research and data collection
• Technical support for maintenance personnel and technical problem solutions as needed

Product Reliability and Performance

• Analyze and report equipment performance in terms of availability and other specific KPI's
• Periodical (monthly, quarterly, or as required) fleet reports on various technical and operational indicators
• Support mining equipment condition monitoring: downloading and analyzing electronic information
• Monitoring and developing trend information on payload management practices
• Data collection and reporting on component performance
• Ability to manage multiple priorities to effectively manage risk to the business

Relationship

• Management of Caterpillar technical information and product improvement information
• Leadership, capable to develop motivation and vision
• Support and interact with customer network along with technical services team
• Team working abilities to develop effective collaboration with peers and consistency across all sites

Process Improvements

• Support and provide requested data to aid in process improvement
• Supply data and support Caterpillar requests, test equipment and product improvement initiatives

Accountability

• Observe site and personal safety procedures
• Provide quality and timely daily and weekly reporting to support business and contractual obligations
• Act timely and diligently on customer requests
• Represent the company in a professional and ethical manner

Education & Experience

• Post-secondary Education in Mechanical, Mining
• Professional registration and/or membership in committees and/or technical societies
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in mining, oil and gas applicants is desired
• Experience with CAT mining equipment, including Large Mining Machine, would be an asset
• Experience on CAT instruments: SIS2.0, Dealer Connect, TMIWEB, ET and VIMS will be an asset
• Understand equipment design, engineering drawings, design standards and specifications
• Mechanical aptitudes, including understanding of Mining Machine components (diesel engines, hydraulic systems, powertrain, pumps, cylinders, structures etc.)
• Understanding on condition monitoring including SOS
• Proficiency in MS Office packages
• Knowledge of manufacturing/fabrication methodologies
• Accuracy in work and strong attention to details
• Time management, prioritization, and independent problem-solving skills

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.