Lead Reliability Analyst (LRA)

J&J Worldwide Services; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

J&J Worldwide Services in Bethesda, MD seeks an experienced RCM Manager to lead the reliability team and drive CM programs across assets. You will provide technical leadership, mentor analysts, and implement comprehensive condition monitoring initiatives to enhance asset performance and reliability.

The role requires strong RCA capabilities, communication skills, and a commitment to safety and quality while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• 4 years hands-on experience in condition monitoring, reliability engineering, or related field.
• Experience with vibration analysis, thermography, and infrared thermography.
• Leadership experience guiding a reliability/CM team and RCA processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of reliability analysts, guiding best practices and skills development.
• Develop and implement comprehensive condition monitoring programs for assets.
• Interpret data from CM sources to identify trends and potential failures.
• Drive RCA and reliability-centered maintenance initiatives to improve asset longevity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce downtime and optimize performance.
• Deliver training and act as liaison with vendors and external experts.

Skills

Reliability engineering

Condition monitoring

Team leadership

Data-driven decision making

Communication

Safety culture

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

ASNT Level 3 Certification in CM (Vibration Analysis / Infrared Thermography)

ASNT Level 2 Certification in CM

ISO Category 2 Vibration Analyst

Job description

General Summary

As a RCM Manager, you will serve as the subject matter expert in condition monitoring (CM) technologies, providing technical leadership and guidance to the reliability team.

• Lead and mentor a team of reliability analysts, providing guidance on best practices, methodologies, and technical skills development.
• Develop and implement comprehensive condition monitoring programs tailored to the specific needs of our organization and equipment assets.
• Utilize advanced nondestructive testing techniques and tools to assess the integrity and performance of critical components across multiple CM areas.
• Interpret data from various condition monitoring sources, including vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic testing, and more, to identify trends, anomalies, and potential failures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize maintenance activities, optimize asset performance, and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Conduct in-depth root cause analyses to identify underlying factors contributing to equipment failures and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Drive reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) initiatives, including the development of preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to enhance asset reliability and longevity.
• Stay abreast of industry advancements, emerging technologies, and best practices in reliability engineering to continuously improve processes and methodologies.
• Develop and deliver training programs and workshops to enhance the knowledge and skills of reliability team members and stakeholders.
• Act as a liaison with external vendors, contractors, and industry experts to leverage specialized expertise and resources as needed
• Developing, qualifying, and approving procedures, establishing, and approving techniques, interpreting standards, specifications, and procedures.
• Sufficient practical background in rotating equipment and product technology to establish techniques and to assist in establishing acceptance criteria when none are otherwise available. Knowledge, Experience and Skill Requirements
• Proficiency in utilizing condition monitoring tools, software, and data analysis techniques.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate team members towards common goals.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement principles.

Job Details

Description

General Summary

As a RCM Manager, you will serve as the subject matter expert in condition monitoring (CM) technologies, providing technical leadership and guidance to the reliability team.

• Lead and mentor a team of reliability analysts, providing guidance on best practices, methodologies, and technical skills development.
• Develop and implement comprehensive condition monitoring programs tailored to the specific needs of our organization and equipment assets.
• Utilize advanced nondestructive testing techniques and tools to assess the integrity and performance of critical components across multiple CM areas.
• Interpret data from various condition monitoring sources, including vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic testing, and more, to identify trends, anomalies, and potential failures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize maintenance activities, optimize asset performance, and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Conduct in-depth root cause analyses to identify underlying factors contributing to equipment failures and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Drive reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) initiatives, including the development of preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to enhance asset reliability and longevity.
• Stay abreast of industry advancements, emerging technologies, and best practices in reliability engineering to continuously improve processes and methodologies.
• Develop and deliver training programs and workshops to enhance the knowledge and skills of reliability team members and stakeholders.
• Act as a liaison with external vendors, contractors, and industry experts to leverage specialized expertise and resources as needed
• Developing, qualifying, and approving procedures, establishing, and approving techniques, interpreting standards, specifications, and procedures.
• Sufficient practical background in rotating equipment and product technology to establish techniques and to assist in establishing acceptance criteria when none are otherwise available. Knowledge, Experience and Skill Requirements
• Proficiency in utilizing condition monitoring tools, software, and data analysis techniques.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate team members towards common goals.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement principles.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of reliability analysts, providing guidance on best practices, methodologies, and technical skills development.
• Develop and implement comprehensive condition monitoring programs tailored to the specific needs of our organization and equipment assets.
• Utilize advanced nondestructive testing techniques and tools to assess the integrity and performance of critical components across multiple CM areas.
• Interpret data from various condition monitoring sources, including vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic testing, and more, to identify trends, anomalies, and potential failures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize maintenance activities, optimize asset performance, and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Conduct in-depth root cause analyses to identify underlying factors contributing to equipment failures and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Drive reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) initiatives, including the development of preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to enhance asset reliability and longevity.
• Stay abreast of industry advancements, emerging technologies, and best practices in reliability engineering to continuously improve processes and methodologies.
• Develop and deliver training programs and workshops to enhance the knowledge and skills of reliability team members and stakeholders.
• Act as a liaison with external vendors, contractors, and industry experts to leverage specialized expertise and resources as needed
• Developing, qualifying, and approving procedures, establishing, and approving techniques, interpreting standards, specifications, and procedures.Knowledge, Experience and Skill Requirements
• Proficiency in utilizing condition monitoring tools, software, and data analysis techniques.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate team members towards common goals.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement principles.

Work Experience

• 4 years Hands-on experience in condition monitoring, reliability engineering, or related field
• 3 years’ experience with Vibration Analysis, Airborne/Structure Borne Ultrasound, and Infrared Thermography

Education, Licenses And Certification Required

• High School Diploma
• Nondestructive Testing ASNT Level 3 Certification in their specialty field certification or equivalent in CM area of specialty (Vibration Analysis, Airborne/Structure Borne Ultrasound, and Infrared Thermography).
• Nondestructive Testing ASNT Level 2 in a Secondary technology certification or equivalent in CM area of specialty (Vibration Analysis, Airborne/Structure Borne Ultrasound, and Infrared Thermography).
• Vibration Analyst International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Category 2

This job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

J&J Worldwide Services CBRE Government and Defense Business is thrilled at the opportunity for you to apply to one of our roles. The base salary range for this position is $80,000 to $150,000. This position may also be eligible for a wide range of competitive benefits that can include but not limited to: medical, well-being, financial planning and short-term incentives benefits.

Due to compliance requirements imposed by a federal contract, this position may be filled by U.S. Persons only. U.S. Persons includes: U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, individuals granted refugee status in the U.S., and individuals granted asylum in the U.S.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.