Facilities Reliability Engineer

Prysmian; Claremont (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian in Claremont, NC is seeking a Facilities Reliability Engineer to drive proactive reliability of plant equipment and utilities. You will analyze failure modes, lead PM/PdM strategies, and partner with Maintenance, Automation, and Engineering to reduce downtime.

Qualified candidates have 5+ years in manufacturing/maintenance, a BS in Engineering, and Lean/Six Sigma credentials, with strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.

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.
• 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).
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead facilities equipment reliability initiatives and projects.
• Track downtime and maintenance costs to prioritize assets and reduce failure.
• Develop and refine PM and PdM strategies (vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic, oil analysis).
• Participate in Change Management for new/modified equipment to ensure reliability.
• Investigate equipment failures and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Automation, Engineering and Operations to resolve issues.
• Identify and drive CI projects across the facility.
• Maximize production equipment effectiveness and readiness for growth.

Skills

Data analysis

Lean/Six Sigma

Communication

Change management

Prioritization

Problem solving

RCA

FMEA

5-Why

Kaizen

Operational Excellence

6S

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Vibration analysis

Thermography

Ultrasonic testing

Oil analysis

Job description

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

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide support in the manufacturing of optical fiber with a focus on Facilities Equipment Reliability: HVAC/Chillers/Air Compressors/Process Water systems/Boilers/High Purity Gas Delivery systems, etc.
• Lead equipment reliability excellence initiatives.
• Generate and deploy facilities equipment reliability projects to improve overall equipment uptime and effectiveness.
• Track downtime 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 facilities equipment to ensure it is maintainable and reliable from day one.
• Lead investigations into facilities 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 will technical and maintenance staff to identify and mitigate recurring facilities 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.
• 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

This is a fast-paced work environment with consistent pressure to complete duties as outlined above which requires ability to manage multiple projects at a detailed level and provide support to many internal departments in a fast-changing environment. Many duties listed above are time-sensitive and have strict deadlines for completion.

• 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.