On-the-Floor Mechanical Reliability Engineer (Chemical Plant)

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Engineering is seeking a Mechanical / Reliability Engineer to support safe, reliable manufacturing operations at a chemical processing site in Minnesota. The role focuses on equipment reliability, maintenance optimization, and daily plant support to maximize uptime and asset performance.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical engineering degree and 3+ years in plant/reliability roles, with hands-on floor exp, PM/PdM program experience, and familiarity with CMMS and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in plant engineering, reliability, maintenance, or manufacturing operations.
• Experience in chemical, petrochemical, or heavy industrial environments preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with RCA, FMEA, RCM, vibration/oil analysis.
• Familiarity with CMMS and OSHA PSM requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support daily plant operations by troubleshooting equipment and process issues to minimize downtime.
• Develop strategies to improve equipment reliability, availability, and maintainability.
• Lead RCA investigations for failures and process disruptions.
• Analyze maintenance data to identify trends and implement corrective actions.
• Expand and optimize PM/PdM programs across the site.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and technical teams to improve plant performance.
• Drive continuous improvement related to reliability and energy efficiency.
• Assist with maintenance procedures, operating practices, and equipment standards.
• Monitor equipment indicators and recommend actions to improve reliability and cost efficiency.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance including PSM standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

CMMS familiarity

RCA

FMEA

RCM

Vibration analysis

Oil analysis

Safety and PSM knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CMMS

Process instrumentation

Pumps and compressors knowledge

Job description

Kelly Engineering is seeking a Mechanical / Reliability Engineer to support safe, reliable manufacturing operations at a chemical processing site in Minnesota. The role focuses on equipment reliability, maintenance optimization, and daily plant support to maximize uptime and asset performance.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical engineering degree and 3+ years in plant/reliability roles, with hands-on floor exp, PM/PdM program experience, and familiarity with CMMS and safety standards.