Reliability Engineer

Prysmian Group; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian Group is seeking a Reliability Engineer to oversee the Reliability Program at its Prescott, Ontario facility. The successful candidate will implement Lean Six Sigma methodologies to improve equipment performance and lead maintenance initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance safety and product quality.

Benefits

Eligible for benefits

3 weeks’ vacation to start

Comprehensive group insurance plan

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Very advantageous pension plan

Company shares program

Eligibility for a bonus

Qualifications

• 4+ years manufacturing experience required.
• Preferred knowledge in Lean Six Sigma principles.
• Familiar with reliability data analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead site-wide maintenance responsibilities to optimize performance.
• Analyze downtime and quality issues to drive improvements.
• Coordinate failure investigations to enhance equipment reliability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem Solving

Lean Six Sigma

Continuous Improvement

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

About Prysmian

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.

We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.

Work Location: Prescott, Ontario

Work Schedule: weekday, day shift

Benefits:

• Eligible for benefits.

• 3 weeks’ vacation to start.

• Comprehensive group insurance plan, including travel insurance.

• Competitive salary

• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

• Very advantageous pension plan

• Company shares program

• Eligibility for a bonus

Salary range: $70,000 to $95,000

Position Summary

As a Reliability Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the development and execution of the site’s Reliability Program and Reliability-Based Maintenance (RBM) initiatives within the Maintenance department. This role plays a key part in integrating Lean Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement in equipment performance, uptime, and cost efficiency.

You will serve as a catalyst for improvement by generating, coordinating, and implementing ideas, strategies, and predictive maintenance technologies. Your focus will be on delivering measurable, timely results in reliability, safety, and product quality.

In addition to long-term reliability planning, you will provide hands-on support for daily maintenance troubleshooting and work closely with cross-functional teams to coordinate the resources needed to train personnel and implement reliability improvements across the facility.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee site-wide maintenance responsibilities, including Wire Drawers, Stranders, CV Jacketing Lines, facility infrastructure, site services, and mobile equipment.

• Analyze plant downtime, quality issues, and financial KPIs to identify maintenance priorities and drive performance improvements.

• Lead and coordinate failure investigations by analyzing root causes and implementing corrective actions to enhance equipment reliability, quality, safety, and cost efficiency; maintain ownership of Machinery FMEAs.

• Implement lubrication best practices, including handling, application, storage, and execution of the oil analysis program.

• Provide direct oversight of preventive and predictive maintenance programs such as vibration analysis, thermography, infrared, oil analysis, precision alignment, and ultrasonics to enhance plant reliability.

• Collect and analyze reliability data from field studies or databases using established engineering techniques and methodologies.

• Compile maintainability data and develop standard repair procedures based on field studies and operational feedback.

• Utilize the plant’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), DataStream, to schedule, track, and manage maintenance activities.

• Support the planning and execution of both routine and non-routine maintenance tasks.

• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities across the site to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize waste.

Knowledge and skill requirements :

• Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or a related engineering field is preferred but not required; relevant experience will be considered.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment

• Experience working in process-driven, continuous operations, preferred.

• Hands-on experience with industrial manufacturing equipment and/or trades background considered an asset.

• Familiarity with mechanical systems, including motors, gearboxes, pumps, hydraulics, pneumatics, and extruder equipment.

Qualifications:

• Preferred proficiency in Lean Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles, with Green Belt certification or higher considered an asset.

• Knowledge of condition monitoring techniques, including Vibration Analysis, Thermography, Oil Analysis, and Ultrasound.

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) required.

• SAP experience preferred.

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian's commitments.

Your application data will be treated according to our Data Protection Policy. If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please let us know.

Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian's commitments.

Your application data will be treated according to our Data Protection Policy. If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please let us know.