Reliability Engineer

Altria Group, Inc.; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

13 holidays

401(k) matching

Professional development stipends

Parental leave

Job summary

Altria Group, Inc. is seeking an Associate Manager, Manufacturing (Reliability Engineer) to lead manufacturing initiatives that optimize performance, strengthen reliability, and support the achievement of business goals at our Chester, Virginia site.

You will guide cross-functional teams across Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Planning to drive operational improvements, leverage data and RC/Maintenance best practices, and ensure safe, efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering; professional certification preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years proven experience in reliability, maintenance, engineering or related field in process manufacturing.
• Strong technical problem-solving, analytical and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross-functional environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Asset Reliability and Predictive Maintenance: maintain PdM programs and drive reliability findings into actionable work.
• Lead Reliability Improvement Efforts: conduct RCFA investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Drive PM Optimization and Maintenance Strategy: analyze PM effectiveness and recommend improvements; support PM change-control processes.
• Maintenance and Engineering Support: provide reliability input during design, installation, commissioning, rebuilds, and modifications; assist with criticality assessments and strategy development.

Skills

Reliability engineering

Predictive maintenance

Root cause analysis

RCM principles

Maintenance strategy

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering

CMRP certification

CRE certification

CRL certification

RCM principles experience

Tools

SAP PM

CMMS

Job description

Together We Innovate. Together We Change.

If you are passionate about leading people, improving processes, and delivering measurable business results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply.

Philip Morris USA is seeking a highly motivated Associate Manager, Manufacturing [Reliablity Engineer]to lead manufacturing initiatives that optimize performance, strengthen reliability, and support the achievement of business goals.

In this role, you will lead and develop teams while partnering closely with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Planning, and other cross-functional stakeholders to drive operational improvements, solve complex manufacturing challenges, and deliver sustainable results. You will leverage Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) principles to drive measurable business results, leverage data, technical expertise, and continuous improvement principles to enhance productivity, improve equipment and process performance, and ensure safe, efficient operations.

What you will be doing:

Support Asset Reliability and Predictive Maintenance

• Lead effort to maintain established Predictive Maintenance (PdM) programs within.
• Drive collaborative efforts with Maintenance and Operations teams to convert reliability findings into executable work.

Lead Reliability Improvement Efforts

• Lead and support Root Cause Failure Analyses (RCFA) for chronic, recurring, and high-impact equipment failures.
• Identify and implement practical corrective actions that eliminate failure causes and prevent recurrence.
• Track reliability efforts against established maintenance workflows and KPI performance.

Drive PM Optimization and Maintenance Strategy

• Analyze PM effectiveness and recommend improvements to maintenance strategies.
• Support PM change-control processes through technical evaluations and recommendations.

Maintenance and Engineering Support

• Provide reliability input during equipment design, installation, commissioning, rebuilds, and modifications.
• Support asset criticality assessments and maintenance strategy development.

What we want you to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering and/or professional certification in technical field is preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years proven experiencein reliability, maintenance, engineering or related field preferably in a process manufacturing facility.
• Strong technical problem-solving, analytical and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross-functional environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Certification - Experience Preferences

• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP)
• Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
• Certified Reliability Leader (CRL)
• Experience applying Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) principles.
• Experience leading Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) investigations.
• Certified in One or More Predictive Maintenance technology applications.
• SAP PM or Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) experience.

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $104,900.00 - $152,150.00.

Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria

At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported — both at work and in life. Here’s what you’ll find here:

• Own your time — start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5-hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully.
• A place where you belong — where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real.
• Get recognized for your work — annual merit increases and performance bonus.
• A future you can count on — 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%–17% of your base salary.
• Help with your goals — get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends.
• Support for what matters most — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Celebrating your milestones — paid parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments.
• Wellness that goes beyond work — programs that care for your whole well-being at whatever stage you are in your life.
• A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference.

At Altria, we offer more than benefits — we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Altria is a Fortune 500 company that has a leading portfolio of products for U.S. adult tobacco and nicotine consumers 21+. For decades we’ve been leaders in the tobacco industry, but the industry is evolving - and so are we. Our Vision is Moving Beyond Smoking™.

At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders.

Altria is the parent company of Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, Helix Innovations, and NJOY. Altria complements its tobacco portfolio with equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev and Cronos Group.