Reliability Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flights provided

Accommodations provided

Job summary

Finning Canada is seeking a Reliability Engineer based at select mine sites to provide technical support and data analysis for mining equipment, aiding the equipment management process.

You will focus on proactive diagnostics, improving reliability, and reporting KPIs weekly, monthly, and quarterly while collaborating with Caterpillar teams and customer maintenance personnel.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in mechanical or mining disciplines; PEng preferred, EIT considered.
• Professional registration or membership in technical societies.
• Minimum 3–5 years of mining or oil and gas experience.
• Experience with CAT mining equipment and CAT instruments (SIS2.0, Dealer Connect, TMIWEB, ET, VIMS) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Investigate equipment failures with field research and data collection.
• Analyze component performance: life, durability, reliability.
• Manage service letters and updates for on-site equipment.
• Provide technical support to drive improvement projects.
• Support Caterpillar relationships and customer network across sites.
• Deliver timely daily/weekly reporting to meet obligations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Time management

Independent problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary Education in Mechanical and Mining

Professional registration / technical societies

Tools

CAT mining equipment SIS2.0

Dealer Connect

TMIWEB

ET

VIMS

Power BI

MS Office

Job description

Position Overview:

The Reliability Engineer for Finning Canada will be based at selected mine sites and be responsible for providing technical support and data analysis and reporting functionality on mining equipment to assist in the equipment management process.

Company:

Finning Canada

Number of Openings:

4

Worker Type:

Permanent

Position Overview:

The Reliability Engineer for Finning Canada will be based at selected mine sites and be responsible for providing technical support and data analysis and reporting functionality on mining equipment 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 and Suncor. This will be a 7 x 7 or 14 x 14 continuous shift (Days Only)

Job Description:

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
• Weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting as required on various technical and operational indicators
• Support mining equipment condition monitoring: downloading and analyzing electronic information
• Monitoring and developing trend information on payload management as well as operational 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
• 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 - Preference will be given to P Eng but will consider EIT candidates
• Professional registration and/or membership in committees and/or technical societies
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in mining or oil and gas is required
• 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 of condition monitoring including oil and failure analysis
• Proficiency in MS Office packages including Power BI
• Knowledge of manufacturing/fabrication methodologies
• Accuracy in work and strong attention to details
• Time management, prioritization, and independent problem-solving skills

Note: Flights and accommodations are provided

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.