Mechanical Reliability Engineer

TRS Staffing Solutions; Shippingport (PA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TRS Staffing Solutions is hiring a Mechanical Reliability Engineer to ensure the reliability and integrity of mechanical systems in data center facilities. This role involves overseeing equipment assessments, lifecycle management, and vendor oversight to maintain operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and 15–20 years of relevant experience, particularly in power plant operations and reliability engineering. The position might require occasional travel and on-call support.

Qualifications

• 15–20 years of experience in power plant operations, maintenance, or reliability engineering.
• Strong knowledge of rotating equipment, thermal systems, and industrial mechanical systems.
• Experience performing equipment condition assessments and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Ensure performance and reliability of critical mechanical systems in data centers.
• Conduct equipment assessments and lifecycle management to maintain continuous uptime.
• Develop preventive and predictive maintenance programs aligned with best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting skills

Vendor management

Effective communication

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our personnel, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you are invited to apply for this role.

Mechanical Reliability Engineer – (Power Plant Background Preferred)

The Mechanical Reliability Engineer is responsible for ensuring the performance, reliability, and operational integrity of critical mechanical systems within data center facilities. Leveraging a strong background in power plant operations, this role focuses on equipment assessments, lifecycle management, and vendor oversight to maintain continuous uptime and support mission-critical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Reliability & Assessment – Perform detailed condition assessments of mechanical equipment including chillers, cooling towers, pumps, HVAC systems, generators, and fuel systems.
• Apply reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), root cause analysis (RCA), and predictive maintenance techniques to identify risks and improve system performance.
• Evaluate existing systems for performance gaps, efficiency improvements, and lifecycle replacement planning.
• Develop and maintain asset health reports, criticality rankings, and maintenance strategies.
• Ensure all mechanical systems meet data center performance, redundancy, and resiliency requirements (Tier standards, as applicable).
• Participate in incident response, troubleshooting, and post-event analysis.

Vendor Oversight & Management

• Provide technical oversight of third-party vendors, contractors, and service providers.
• Review and approve scopes of work, maintenance procedures, and service reports.
• Monitor vendor performance against contractual obligations, SLAs, and quality standards.
• Coordinate vendor activities to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient execution of work.

Maintenance & Reliability Programs

• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs aligned with best practices.
• Utilize condition monitoring tools (vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, etc.) to drive reliability improvements.
• Identify opportunities to standardize maintenance procedures and improve efficiency.

Compliance, Safety & Documentation

• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate documentation including equipment records, maintenance logs, and engineering reports.
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead initiatives to improve system efficiency, reduce downtime, and optimize maintenance costs.
• Analyze operational data and trends to inform reliability strategies.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, and operations teams on upgrades and capital projects.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 15/20 years of experience in power plant operations, maintenance, or reliability engineering.
• Strong knowledge of rotating equipment, thermal systems, and industrial mechanical systems.
• Experience performing equipment condition assessments and root cause analysis.
• Proven experience managing or overseeing vendors and contractors.

Preferred

• Experience in power plants, mission-critical facilities, or similar high-availability environments.
• Familiarity with reliability tools and methodologies (RCM, FMEA, predictive analytics).
• Certifications such as CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional) or PE license.
• Knowledge of Tier standards, NFPA, ASME, and other applicable codes.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Vendor management and oversight capability
• Effective communication and stakeholder coordination
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-availability environments
• Safety-focused mindset
• Data-driven decision making

Working Conditions

• May require occasional travel to multiple data center sites.
• On-call support or flexible hours may be required to support critical operations.
• Work in operational facilities, including exposure to industrial environments.

Success Metrics

• Improved equipment reliability and reduced unplanned downtime
• Effective vendor performance and contract compliance
• Completion of equipment assessments and implementation of recommendations
• Increased system efficiency and lifecycle optimization

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