Reliability Engineer

PPG Industries; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG Industries is seeking a Plant Reliability Engineer to ensure the continuous, safe operation of plant equipment. You will develop strategies to minimize downtime, extend asset life, and improve OEE across the manufacturing environment.

You will lead RCA investigations, monitor performance data, and collaborate with maintenance and operations to plan and optimize activities. Strong analytical and cross-functional skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or related field).
• 3–7 years of experience in a manufacturing or process plant environment.
• Proficiency in CMMS, vibration analysis, thermography, lubrication management, and other predictive maintenance tools.
• CRE or CMRP certifications preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Reliability Strategy Development: design and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA): lead investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Asset Management: monitor performance data and prioritize maintenance.
• Maintenance Planning: collaborate with maintenance and operations to schedule activities.
• Continuous Improvement: drive reliability initiatives using RCM, FMEA, and Six Sigma.
• Capital Projects Support: provide reliability input during design and commissioning.
• KPI Tracking: monitor MTBF, MTTR, and equipment availability.
• Training & Mentoring: train technicians and operators on reliability best practices.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or related field)

CRE

CMRP

Tools

CMMS

Vibration analysis

Thermography

Lubrication management

Predictive maintenance tools

Job description

A Plant Reliability Engineer is responsible for ensuring the continuous, efficient, and safe operation of plant equipment and systems. They develop and implement strategies to minimize unplanned downtime, extend asset life, and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

Key Responsibilities

• Reliability Strategy Development: Design and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce equipment failures and unplanned downtime.
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA):Lead investigations into equipment failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Asset Management: Monitor and analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and prioritize maintenance activities.
• Maintenance Planning: Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to schedule and optimize maintenance activities.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive reliability improvement initiatives using methodologies such as RCM (Reliability-Centered Maintenance), FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), and Six Sigma.
• Capital Projects Support: Provide reliability input during the design and commissioning of new equipment or plant modifications.
• KPI Tracking: Monitor key reliability metrics such as MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures), MTTR (Mean Time to Repair), and equipment availability.
• Training & Mentoring: Support and train maintenance technicians and operators on reliability best practices.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or related field).
• Experience: 3–7 years of experience in a manufacturing or process plant environment.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in CMMS, vibration analysis, thermography, lubrication management, and other predictive maintenance tools.
• Certifications (preferred):Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE), CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional).
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to work cross-functionally.

The base salary for this position is between $110,000 to $130,000.

About us:

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We are excellentoperators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, weidentifyproblems, takeownershipand always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support ourfrontline,the faces of PPG to our customers.

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PPGprovide equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genderidentityor expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary bylocationwhich allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurancecoveragesand benefits will bein accordance withthe terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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