Senior Reliability Engineer

Arab Paper Manufacturing Co (WARAQ); Dhahran Compound; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading paper manufacturing company is seeking a Senior Reliability Engineer to ensure system dependability through predictive maintenance and thorough analysis. Responsibilities include implementing asset management strategies, conducting root cause analysis, and developing maintenance plans to maximize equipment availability. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in engineering, with 10 years of relevant experience. Strong knowledge of reliability engineering principles and preferred professional certification in reliability are necessary for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in asset management, reliability engineering, or maintenance management in a process industry setting.
• Strong knowledge of asset management principles, reliability engineering, and maintenance best practices.
• Professional certification in reliability is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement Reliability and Asset Management strategies to maximize availability of equipment.
• Conduct proactive maintenance activities and root cause analysis.
• Develop/optimize maintenance plans and ensure timely execution.
• Track and follow department key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure asset reliability.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate risks.
• Implement predictive maintenance technologies to identify potential asset failures.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Concern for Safety

Quality & the Environment

Initiative

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Instrument)

Job description

A Senior Reliability Engineer ensures system/asset dependability by leading Root Cause Analysis, predictive maintenance, and design for reliability to reduce failures, improve uptime, and cut costs, often by applying Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) principles, performing Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), developing maintenance strategies, and collaborating with design teams on robust solutions, utilizing data analysis for proactive improvements.

Main Responsibilities

• Implement Reliability and Asset Management strategies to ensure the reliability of the plant and maximize the availability of equipment in the plant.
• Conduct proactive maintenance activities and root cause analysis to improve asset performance and availability.
• Develop/optimize maintenance plans and ensure timely execution to minimize downtime.
• Track and follow department key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure asset performance and reliability and develop action plan that lead to maximizing the asset availability based on data analysis.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate risks associated with asset failures and maintenance activities.
• Implement predictive maintenance technologies, such as condition monitoring and predictive analytics, to identify potential asset failures before they occur.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive asset registry, including equipment history, maintenance records, and performance data.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to asset management and reliability.
• Provide regular reports on asset performance, maintenance activities, and reliability metrics to Department Manager.
• Reviews and advises preventive maintenance schedules for various equipment in line with manufacturer recommendation, historical
• information on the equipment performance and experience on similar equipment to minimize maintenance cost.
• Supports Annual shut down preparation & execution based on the proactive strategies developed.
• Provides technical support to operations and maintenance through proper recommendations and reports.
• Keeps up the technological developments in the industries by working closely with the vendor and implement through proper redesign to enhance the components' life.
• Ensure the monthly and periodic reports are submitted to the concerned department.
• Reviews and assists the next in charge in the preparation of the department annual capital and expense budgets.
• Performing any other related job as required by immediate Supervisor/Direct Manager.

We are looking for a candidate with the following

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical/Electrical / Instrument) or any related field.
• Analytical Thinking, Communication, Concern for Safety, Quality & the Environment, Initiative, Leadership
• 10 years of experience in asset management, reliability engineering, or maintenance management in a process industry setting.
• Strong knowledge of asset management principles, reliability engineering, and maintenance best practices
• Professional certification in reliability is preferred.