Reliability Engineer

Linde plc; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

401(k) matching

Pension benefits

Employee discount program

Opportunities for educational growth

Job summary

Linde plc, located in East Chicago, Indiana, is looking for a Reliability Engineer responsible for managing Air Separation, CO2, and Hydrogen facilities in the North Region. The role involves leading reliability programs, conducting Root Cause Analysis, and ensuring optimal performance of mechanical systems. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering and five years of experience in maintenance or reliability engineering. Linde offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in maintenance or reliability engineering in an industrial setting.
• Proven expertise in maintenance and engineering of mechanical equipment.
• Strong knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage and analyze reliability and asset performance.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis for major failures.
• Assist in engineering and specification of projects to optimize reliability.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Reliability Engineering

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

What you will enjoy doing*

• Take responsibility as one of two Reliability Engineers managing Air Separation, CO2, and Hydrogen facilities in the North Region
• Work closely with reliability and operations teams to identify and resolve long‑term asset concerns and reliability threats
• Analyze data from multiple sources to recommend and justify lifecycle cost and reliability improvement activities
• Lead Root Cause Analysis processes for major failures to prevent recurrence
• Assist in engineering, design, specification, and execution of projects to optimize reliability and operability
• Review and update Standard Maintenance Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures
• Develop and support Reliability Assessments for facilities and equipment
• Utilize continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma to enhance reliability
• Lead reliability programs and initiatives to improve asset performance
• Assist with critical spare parts identification and Bill of Materials creation for key assets
• Balance office and field work with a strong sense of urgency and integrity
• Travel domestically approximately 20-25% of the time and be accessible during off‑hours as needed
• Thrive in a team that values diversity and inclusion, bringing your unique perspective to collaborative problem‑solving

What makes you great

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering
• Minimum five years of experience in maintenance or reliability engineering within an industrial manufacturing environment
• Proven expertise in maintenance and engineering of mechanical equipment such as compressors, heat exchangers, pumps, chillers, cooling towers, piping, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams and machinery drawings
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance methodologies and technologies
• Experience in engineering, specification, and design of mechanical systems and projects
• Strong communication, presentation, and team collaboration skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead or participate effectively in cross‑functional teams
• Self‑starter with excellent multitasking and organizational skills, achieving results with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in standard computer software including Microsoft Office and e‑mail
• Preferred knowledge of regulatory and industrial standards and codes
• Familiarity with machinery installation, commissioning, and process optimization
• Certification or status as Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional or Certified Reliability Engineer is advantageous
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
• Understanding of reliability strategies such as Reliability Centered Maintenance, Total Productive Maintenance, Failure
• Mode and Effects Analysis, Spare Parts Management, Planning and Scheduling, and CMMS optimization
• Commitment to uphold safety, integrity, and respect in a diverse and inclusive workplace environment

Why you will love working with us

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2025 sales of $34 billion. Linde serves a variety of end markets such as chemicals & energy, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, metals and mining. Linde’s industrial gases and technologies are used in countless applications, enabling space exploration and launch technologies, delivering ultra‑high‑purity and specialty gases for semiconductor manufacturing, providing life‑saving medical oxygen and enabling clean hydrogen production and carbon capture to reduce greenhouse‑gas emissions.

What we offer you!

Competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package, including health, dental, disability and life insurance; paid holidays and vacation; 401(k) matching and pension benefits; employee discount program; and opportunities for educational and professional growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other factor prohibited by law.

Disclaimer

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager.