Reliability Engineer

Engtal; Franklin Park (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage from day one

401(k) with company match

Generous time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness & EAP programs

Job summary

Engtal, a leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems, seeks a Sr. Reliability Engineer at our Franklin Park, IL headquarters to own reliability strategy for new and existing products.

You design tests, analyze failure data, drive root-cause investigations, and support ISO/IAPMO lab certifications to assure durability and quality across our water-efficient product lines worldwide. Collaborate cross-functionally with design, quality, and manufacturing teams to translate data into

Qualifications

• 5+ years of reliability engineering experience.
• Design and analyze product reliability tests.
• Experience with FMEA and problem-solving methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and run accelerated life tests to evaluate durability.
• Build and maintain FMEA processes for product lines.
• Lead root-cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Support ISO/IAPMO certification efforts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement improvements.

Skills

Reliability engineering

Data analysis

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related reliability discipline

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Enterprise reporting tools

Job description

The company are the world's leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems since 1906, they are looking for a Sr. Reliability Engineer to join their team at their Franklin Park, IL headquarters. This role is central to how they design, test, and validate the durability of the water-efficient products used in commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings worldwide — from flush valves to electronic faucets.

You'll report directly to the Reliability Manager and own the reliability strategy for new and existing products: designing tests, analyzing failure data, and driving root-cause investigations that keep our products performing for the long haul. You'll also play a key role in supporting our ISO/IAPMO lab certification efforts.

If you enjoy solving hard technical problems, working hands-on with test data, and having a direct hand in product quality that ships at scale, this is a great next step.

What You'll Do

• Design and run accelerated life tests to evaluate product durability while staying within safe operating limits
• Build and maintain Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) processes for new and existing product lines
• Plan and execute tests that identify potential production and safety risks before they become field issues
• Lead root-cause investigations on asset and product failures, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Support ISO/IAPMO certification efforts across our reliability testing labs
• Partner cross-functionally with design, quality, and manufacturing teams to translate failure data into actionable improvements

What You Bring:

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related reliability discipline preferred
• 5+ years of experience in reliability engineering
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and data analysis tools
• Advanced experience with engineering applications and enterprise reporting tools
• Strong organizational skills — able to plan, prioritize, and manage both individual and team workloads
• Sound judgment when handling confidential or sensitive information

Nice to Have:

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• ISO certification experience (ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or similar)
• Basic plumbing systems knowledge
• Comprehensive Health Coverage — Medical, dental, and vision from day one of the month following hire
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Generous Time Off — paid holidays, PTO, sick leave, parental and military leave
• Tuition Reimbursement and ongoing professional development
• Wellness & EAP Programs, plus optional life, critical illness, and pet insurance