Maintenance Reliability Engineer

Gerdau North America; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Career growth

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Gerdau North America in Virginia is seeking a maintenance reliability engineer to develop and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs across our heavy industrial operations.

You will lead RCFA and FMEA investigations, drive asset reliability, analyze data, implement vibration analysis and condition monitoring, and collaborate with operations to reduce downtime. A field-focused role with opportunities for growth and access to a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or HS/GED with 6-8 years of equivalent industrial experience.
• 3+ years of reliability, maintenance, engineering, or asset management experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, chemical processing, power generation, mining, metals, pulp and paper, or similar environments.
• Knowledge of RCFA, RCM, FMEA, TPM, or predictive maintenance methodologies.
• Experience with CMMS systems such as SAP, Maximo, or Infor.
• Strong troubleshooting, data analysis, and communication skills.
• Willingness to spend significant time in the field alongside maintenance teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Lead RCFA and FMEA investigations.
• Drive equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Analyze maintenance and operational data to improve asset performance.
• Implement vibration analysis, thermography, lubrication, and condition monitoring programs.
• Partner closely with operations and maintenance teams on reliability improvements.
• Support major shutdowns, overhauls, and capital projects.
• Develop KPI reporting and reliability metrics.
• Mentor technicians and promote reliability best practices.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Communication

Field work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or related discipline

HS/GED with 6-8 years of equivalent industrial experience

Tools

SAP

Maximo

Infor

Job description

Located in Greater Richmond Region of south-central Virginia / Relocation Available within the U.S. / Salary: $105,000-$121,000 DOE + Annual Bonus

Driven by sustainability, Gerdau produces up to 96% of its North American steel from recycled scrap. We pair this environmental focus with financial strength, standing as a highly stable, dividend-paying company on the NYSE.

What You'll Do

• Develop and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs
• Lead root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and FMEA investigations
• Drive equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime
• Analyze maintenance and operational data to improve asset performance
• Implement vibration analysis, thermography, lubrication, and condition monitoring programs
• Partner closely with operations and maintenance teams on reliability improvements
• Support major shutdowns, overhauls, and capital projects
• Develop KPI reporting and reliability metrics
• Mentor technicians and promote reliability best practices

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or related discipline OR HS/GED and 6-8 years of equivalent industrial experience
• 3+ years of reliability, maintenance, engineering, or asset management experience
• Experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, chemical processing, power generation, mining, metals, pulp and paper, or similar environments
• Knowledge of RCFA, RCM, FMEA, TPM, or predictive maintenance methodologies
• Experience with CMMS systems such as SAP, Maximo, or Infor
• Strong troubleshooting, data analysis, and communication skills
• Willingness to spend significant time in the field alongside maintenance teams

Preferred

• CMRP or CRE certification
• Experience with vibration analysis or other predictive maintenance technologies
• Lean, TPM, or Six Sigma exposure

Why Join Gerdau?

• Day-one medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 6%
• Tuition reimbursement & paid parental leave
• Career advancement opportunities
• Sustainability-focused organization with long-term growth
• 25 minutes from Richmond, VA
• Affordable housing and lower cost of living than the national average

Build a More Reliable Future with Gerdau!

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