Equipment Reliability Engineer

Prysmian; Claremont (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian Group in the United States seeks an Equipment Reliability Engineer to drive proactive asset lifecycle improvements through data-driven analysis of machine operation and failure modes.

You will lead reliability initiatives, develop PM and PdM strategies using tools like vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic and oil analysis, and collaborate across Maintenance, Automation, Engineering and Operations to maximize equipment availability and readiness for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (BSME, BSEE, or related field preferred).
• At least five years of manufacturing/engineering/maintenance experience.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification preferred.
• Strong data analysis skills and knowledge of statistical tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and leadership in equipment reliability improvement.
• Lead equipment reliability excellence initiatives.
• Generate and deploy reliability projects to improve uptime and effectiveness.
• Track production losses and abnormally high maintenance costs to prioritize and eliminate frequently failing assets.
• Develop PM and PdM maintenance strategies using predictive tools.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Automation, Engineering and Operations to resolve issues.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Change agent

Team coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

RCA

FMEA

5-Why

Kaizen

Job description

Summary Of Position

The Equipment Reliability Engineer is responsible for proactive identification, management, and improvement of equipment/asset lifecycles through the use of data-driven analysis of machine operation and associated failure modes.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and leadership in the area of equipment reliability improvement.
• Lead equipment reliability excellence initiatives.
• Generate and deploy equipment reliability projects to improve overall equipment uptime and effectiveness.
• Track production losses and abnormally high maintenance costs to prioritize and eliminate frequently failing assets.
• Participate in the Management of Change process as it relates to design, specification, and commissioning of new and/or modified equipment to ensure it is maintainable and reliable from day one.
• Lead investigations into equipment failures to identify underlying causes and implement permanent solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Work closely with Maintenance teams to develop and refine Preventive (PM) and Predictive (PdM) maintenance strategies using predictive tools like vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic, and oil analysis.
• Work with technical and operations staff to identify and mitigate recurring equipment breakdown issues through analysis and development of strategies to prevent failure.
• Maximize production equipment effectiveness, including:
• Safety for employees operating equipment.
• Maximizing equipment availability and uptime.
• Readiness to support strategic business growth.
• Collaborate regularly with Automation, Engineering, Operations and Maintenance personnel to resolve both short and long term issues.
• Identify, implement, and/or support continuous improvement (CI) projects/efforts throughout the facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (BSME, BSEE, or related field preferred).
• At least five (5) years of manufacturing/engineering/maintenance experience.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification preferred.
• Strong data analysis skills and knowledge of statistical tools.
• Excellent communication skills, with demonstrated collaborative interpersonal interactions.
• Excellent skills in coordinating efforts of diverse personnel.
• Exhibits energy and positive attitude to facilitate change (ie. Change Agent).
• Well organized and disciplined in prioritization of responsibilities.
• Knowledge and consistent use of Lean tools (ie. 6S, Kaizen, Operational Excellence, etc.).
• Strong mechanical/electrical aptitude and excellent problem-solving skills and tools utilization (ie. RCA, FMEA, 5-Why, etc.).
• Demonstrate self-assured decision making and critical thinking in a complex and quick changing environment.
• Ability to provide critical feedback, translating complex topics into simplified steps with a focus on facilitation and presentation.

Work Environment

• Performs jobs under varying conditions (Dust, oil, grease, hot and humid temperatures, fumes, noise, etc.).
• Wears proper PPE in the manufacturing area (Shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection as required).
• Required to enter walled containment areas and access roofs on an infrequent but as needed basis which will at times require working in areas that are uncomfortably hot or cold.

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.

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