Asset Reliability Engineer – Uptime & Improvement

SSAB; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

401(k) with 5% employer match

10 paid holidays

Vacation

Excellent, affordable benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Profit sharing

Opportunities for development

Friendly and welcoming workplace

Global company committed to sustai n a

Job summary

SSAB in Mobile, AL seeks a Reliability Engineer to identify and mitigate asset reliability risks, improving plant performance and lifecycle management. You will lead root cause analyses, implement preventive and predictive maintenance, and collaborate with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to deliver sustainable solutions.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, reliability tools usage (CMMS, vibration, thermography), and adherence to safety and regulatory standards while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5-8 years of experience with continuous improvement programs, preferably in a process manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proficiency in MES, CMMS, and M365.
• Experience in project management, including planning, execution, and cross-functional coordination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Microsoft Project or equivalent.
• Strong background in Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) with a proven ability to identify and implement corrective actions.
• Formal training or experience in equipment failure modes and/or material failure modes.
• Effective communication, collaboration, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to learn and apply new technologies, equipment, and processes.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends, chronic failures, and opportunities for reliability improvement.
• Develop, implement, and maintain preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Lead root cause analysis and failure modes and effects analysis to investigate equipment failures and recommend corrective actions in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to resolve equipment reliability issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Evaluate and optimize asset life cycle strategies, including spare parts management, equipment upgrades, and replacements.
• Support capital projects by providing input on equipment selection, reliability specifications, and risk assessments.
• Utilize reliability tools and software (e.g., CMMS, vibration analysis, thermography, lubrication analysis, etc.) to improve equipment uptime and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Continuously work to improve equipment uptime, quality performance, and throughput by optimizing reliability and maintenance practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing operational inefficiencies within the department.
• Monitor and report KPIs related to equipment reliability, maintenance effectiveness, and asset performance; assist in tracking maintenance and reliability performance metrics; generate and present weekly reports to support decision-making and drive accountability.
• Research and apply emerging technologies to improve equipment reliability and plant efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, ethics, and regulatory standards in all reliability initiatives.
• Provide training and guidance to maintenance and operations team members on reliability best practices and equipment care.
• Execute the SSAB Change Management Procedure – including safety checklists for new or modified equipment – and collaborate with vendors and engineering teams to ensure designs meet safety, performance, and reliability requirements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in reliability engineering, providing technical guidance and support across various maintenance and operational functions.

Skills

RCFA

Project management

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

BS in engineering

High school diploma

Tools

CMMS

MES

M365

Job description

SSAB in Mobile, AL seeks a Reliability Engineer to identify and mitigate asset reliability risks, improving plant performance and lifecycle management. You will lead root cause analyses, implement preventive and predictive maintenance, and collaborate with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to deliver sustainable solutions.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, reliability tools usage (CMMS, vibration, thermography), and adherence to safety and regulatory standards while