Maintenance Reliability Engineer

LS3002 GE Vernova Operations LLC; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 98,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Reliability Engineer to drive plant TPM, analyze equipment data, and lead reliability-improvement initiatives. The role focuses on reducing downtime, optimizing asset life, and training staff in reliability practices, with opportunities to collaborate across maintenance and operations.

The position requires a STEM degree and 5+ years in reliability, with preferred certifications and Lean manufacturing knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in reliability and continuous improvement.
• Certification in Reliability Engineering is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to reducing downtime and improving equipment performance.
• Drive development and implementation of the plant’s TPM program.
• Conduct FMEA to identify failure points and prioritize maintenance.
• Analyze data from equipment monitoring systems to predict failures.
• Prepare reports on reliability metrics (OA, MTBF, MTTR).
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve reliability and resolve issues.
• Lead or participate in projects to improve equipment reliability.

Skills

Data analysis

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Reliability Engineering certification

Tools

CNC machining

PLC programming

Machine reliability software

Excel

Job description

Job Description Summary

Are you passionate about innovation? Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world? We operate with a founder’s mindset. We deliver innovation with passion, speed, and courage. We continuously challenge our thinking and are empowered to dream big and take smart risks.

Job Description Roles and Responsibilities

• Contribute to the overall goal of reducing downtime, improving equipment performance, and ensuring safe and efficient plant operations.
• Drive the development and implementation of the plant’s Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program.
• Conduct Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify potential failure points and prioritize maintenance activities.
• Analyze data from equipment monitoring systems (e.g., vibration, temperature) to predict failures.
• Prepare reports on reliability metrics, including Operational Availability (OA), Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), and Mean Time to Repair (MTTR).
• Optimize the use of physical assets, extending their life and improving return on investment.
• Provide training to maintenance and operations staff on reliability practices and equipment care.
• Collaborate with equipment suppliers to improve reliability and resolve issues.
• Lead or participate in projects aimed at improving equipment reliability, such as upgrades or new equipment installations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in reliability and continuous improvement.

Desired Characteristics

• You have a certification in Reliability Engineering
• You have a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• You have prior experience to and knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles
• You demonstrate close attention to detail and accuracy
• You have experience with data analysis and visualization using excel and machine reliability software
• You have experience with CNC machining and PLC programming
• You have a strong understanding of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
• You have experience with technical writing
• You have strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• You are effective at managing multiple priorities under deadlines
• You have demonstrated the ability to plan, communicate, and execute

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on September30,2026.

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• prescription drug coverage
• access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services

• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
• access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants

• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• paid parental leave
• disability benefits
• life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• permissive time off

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs. GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard‑earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. www.gevernova.com