Reliability Engineer

Metso Corporation; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Reliability Engineer to enhance equipment performance and safety in York. Responsibilities include conducting reliability assessments, leading investigations, and implementing improvement plans. Candidates should possess a degree in engineering and 5+ years of experience in related roles. This position offers hybrid work options and a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Occupational healthcare

Generous benefits plan

Healthy living rewards

Ongoing growth dialogues

Internal mobility opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field).
• 5+ years of experience in quality reliability engineering, risk management, or asset integrity roles.
• Strong knowledge of reliability methodologies (FMEA, FTA, Weibull analysis, RCM, etc.).
• Experience with reliability software tools (ReliaSoft, RAM analysis, etc.) and statistical analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with industry standards and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to communicate technical findings to stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills with experience delivering risk management initiatives and project handovers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct reliability assessments, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Develop and implement reliability improvement plans to reduce operational and safety risks.
• Ensure all risk management documentation, reports, and technical analyses are completed on time.
• Ensure adherence to contractual requirements, industry regulations, and company policies.
• Work closely with safety, quality, engineering, and other operational teams.
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) investigations to determine failure causes.
• Identify areas for reliability enhancement and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Job description

We are seeking a Reliability Engineer to join our team in York, PA. You will be responsible for enhancing the performance, safety, and efficiency of our equipment and systems.

This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, analyzing data, and applying engineering best practices to ensure optimal equipment quality and lifecycle management. You will report to the Director, Reliability Engineering and Product Quality.

The position offers flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options, and includes 25% travel both domestic and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Conduct reliability assessments, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Reliability Engineering Support: Develop and implement reliability improvement plans to reduce operational and safety risks.
• Project Deliverables: Ensure all risk management documentation, reports, and technical analyses are completed on time and align with Metso requirements.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure adherence to contractual requirements, industry regulations, and company policies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with safety, quality, engineering, and other operational teams to develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Failure Investigations: Lead root cause analysis (RCA) investigations to determine failure causes and develop corrective actions.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for reliability enhancement and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field).
• 5+ years of experience in quality reliability engineering, risk management, or asset integrity roles.
• Strong knowledge of reliability methodologies (FMEA, FTA, Weibull analysis, RCM, etc.).
• Experience with reliability software tools (ReliaSoft, RAM analysis, etc.) and statistical analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with industry standards and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to communicate technical findings to stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills with experience delivering risk management initiatives and project handovers.

What We Offer

• An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life.
• Wellbeing and safety - Benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, and engagement surveys.
• Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets.
• Hybrid working possibilities - Flexible work environment.
• A thriving culture - Inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential.
• Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance.

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.