Mechanical Reliability Engineer

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work options

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, Canada, is seeking a highly analytical Mechanical Reliability Engineer to join our operations team. The role focuses on predicting, preventing, and mitigating failures to improve product durability and reduce maintenance costs.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in reliability engineering, strong knowledge of failure analysis, and proficiency with statistical methods to develop robust reliability models across the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical reliability engineering.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software and reliability tools.
• Experience with FMEA and other reliability techniques.
• Strong problem-solving and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement reliability testing plans for mechanical components and systems.
• Perform FMEA and risk assessments.
• Analyze field data and warranty claims to identify failure trends and root causes.
• Recommend design changes and process improvements to enhance product reliability.
• Develop and maintain reliability prediction models using statistical techniques.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to address reliability issues throughout the product lifecycle.

Skills

Statistical analysis

FMEA

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Statistical software

Reliability tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical Mechanical Reliability Engineer to join their operations team in Kimberley . This role is crucial for ensuring the long-term durability and performance of mechanical systems and components. You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to predict, prevent, and mitigate failures, thereby enhancing product lifespan and reducing maintenance costs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in failure analysis, statistical methods, and mechanical design principles, contributing to operational excellence and product robustness in the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement reliability testing plans for mechanical components and systems.
• Perform failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) and risk assessments.
• Analyze field data and warranty claims to identify failure trends and root causes.
• Recommend design changes and process improvements to enhance product reliability.
• Develop and maintain reliability prediction models using statistical techniques.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to address reliability issues throughout the product lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical reliability engineering or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software and reliability engineering tools.
• Strong understanding of failure mechanisms, materials science, and mechanical testing methods.
• Experience with FMEA and other reliability assessment techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advanced training in reliability engineering.
• Involvement in critical projects aimed at improving product quality and performance.
• A dynamic work environment in Kimberley .
• Flexible work arrangements including hybrid options.