Maintenance & Reliability Engineer, Sr

A-dec Inc.; Newberg, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A-dec is seeking a Sr Maintenance & Reliability Engineer to own complex production equipment across its lifecycle. You will develop and implement preventive maintenance, asset management, and lifecycle strategies to boost safety, availability, and performance.

You will lead RCA/RCM/ FMEA studies, mentor technicians, and partner with maintenance, operations, and engineering to drive capital projects while maintaining engineering documentation in CMMS and upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of maintenance engineering and reliability principles.
• Experience with RCA, FMEA, RCM, and maintenance optimization.
• Experience with CMMS, asset management, and maintenance planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead reliability initiatives and mentor engineers and technicians.
• Develop and improve preventive maintenance and reliability programs.
• Analyze equipment failures and downtime to drive improvements.
• Manage asset records and documentation within CMMS.
• Collaborate on capital and expense roadmaps.

Skills

Maintenance engineering

Equipment reliability

Preventive maintenance

Asset management

Continuous improvement

Analytical problem solving

CMMS experience

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

At A-dec, we do more than create the highest quality products and services for the dental industry; we strive to deliver a superior employment experience for each of our team members. With an environment that encourages and assists each person in developing to their highest potential, a career at A-dec is incredibly rewarding.

Overview

The Maintenance & Reliability Engineer, Sr serves as the technical owner of complex production equipment and systems throughout their lifecycle. This role strategically develops and implements reliability, preventive maintenance, asset management, and lifecycle strategies that improve equipment safety, availability, maintainability, and operational performance. The Engineer, Sr leads complex reliability initiatives, supports capital equipment planning and deployment, and provides technical leadership and mentorship across Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategically develop, maintain, and improve preventive maintenance procedures, standard work instructions, job plans, lockout/tagout procedures, troubleshooting guides, and technical documentation for complex manufacturing, facility, and utility equipment.
• Analyze complex equipment failures, downtime events, and recurring maintenance issues using structured problem-solving and statistical methods; lead corrective actions that improve reliability, maintainability, safety, and operational performance.
• Develop equipment criticality rankings, reliability strategies, preventive and condition-based maintenance programs, and lifecycle plans based on equipment risk, failure history, manufacturer recommendations, and operational impact.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), and other reliability improvement activities; mentor engineers and technicians in the application of reliability methods.
• Partner with maintenance technicians, operations, engineering, equipment manufacturers, vendors, and contractors to identify, prioritize, and implement equipment reliability, safety, and performance improvements.
• Establish and maintain equipment asset records, bills of materials, maintenance standards, technical drawings, and engineering documentation within the CMMS and other maintenance systems; contribute to system and documentation standards.
• Partner with Maintenance leadership on maintenance planning and scheduling strategies by defining complex job scopes, labor and parts requirements, tooling needs, maintenance frequencies, and risk-based priorities.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and maintenance technicians; validate maintenance procedures, provide technical guidance and training, and promote consistent execution of maintenance standards.
• Develop and analyze maintenance performance metrics, equipment history, reliability data, and maintenance costs to identify trends, prioritize improvement opportunities, and inform maintenance and capital planning decisions.
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Operations leadership on capital and expense roadmaps.
• Lead or support deployment of new and upgraded equipment, ensuring reliability, maintainability, safety, training, preventive maintenance, spare parts, documentation, and process controls are addressed.
• Manage scope, timelines, risk, resources, and technical deliverables for assigned reliability and equipment improvement projects, including initiatives with a 12-month or longer planning horizon.
• Ensure engineering documentation, maintenance procedures, equipment standards, and reliability improvements comply with company safety policies, environmental requirements, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of maintenance engineering, equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, asset management, and continuous improvement principles within a manufacturing environment.
• Applied knowledge of reliability methodologies including Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), and condition-based maintenance practices.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, automation, and industrial control systems used in manufacturing operations.
• Ability to independently develop and implement technical procedures, maintenance standards, engineering documentation, troubleshooting guides, and equipment reliability strategies.
• Proven analytical and structured problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex equipment performance, identify failure modes, and implement sustainable reliability improvements.
• Applied knowledge of CMMS systems, equipment asset management, preventive maintenance programs, and maintenance reporting tools.
• Ability to develop and analyze maintenance and operational data to inform engineering decisions, maintenance optimization, lifecycle planning, and capital investment recommendations.
• Effective cross-functional communication with the ability to provide clear technical recommendations and justifications, influence decisions, and drive change across diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage complex priorities and projects, and provide mentorship and technical leadership to engineers and technicians.
• Proficiency in technical writing, document control, engineering documentation, and standard business applications.
• Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering discipline and a minimum of 5 years of related engineering experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience developing maintenance procedures, preventive maintenance programs, technical standards, job plans, and reliability improvement initiatives required.
• Experience performing equipment failure analysis, root cause investigations, FMEA studies, and maintenance optimization projects required.
• Experience working with CMMS systems, asset management programs, maintenance planning processes, and capital equipment deployment preferred.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise maneuver up to 35 pounds with or without assistance on a routine basis. Must have manual hand dexterity to grasp, operate tools and equipment repetitively. Able to walk, stand, sit, bend, reach, and occasionally kneel, climb steps, and twist throughout an entire shift. Some areas may be exposed to chemicals, noise, vibration and /or dust, and require the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); such as, but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, foot protection, etc.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not to be construed as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. A-dec reserves the right to assign job duties and days and hours of work based on factors such as workload requirements, staffing levels, and customer demands.

At A-dec, we value our people and show it by prioritizing an inclusive culture, total well-being, and opportunities for learning and career advancement.

A background check and screen for the illegal use of drugs is required.

A-dec is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, A-dec will not discriminate against applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor

A-dec is interested in qualified candidates authorized to work in the United States for US-based positions. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.

What's your next thing? You are a dreamer. A doer. The one who never stops seeking a better way. You are the kind of person we are looking for to join our team. If you know A-dec, you know that we are a global, family-run company with a big name in the dental industry. But we didn’t get here by settling for the status quo. We are perpetually pursuing ways to improve our products and consequently, the lives and well-being of our doctors and patients. A-dec encourages collaboration, believing that curiosity leads to innovation, and diversity and cross-function create the unexpected. We work hard. We play hard. And we never forget that the time you balance outside of work shapes and defines you as a person. Let's make a difference together.