Reliability Engineer

Jack Link's Protein Snacks; New Glarus (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Precoat Metals is seeking a results-driven Reliability Engineer to support maintenance and reliability efforts across fourteen coil coating facilities. You will drive equipment reliability improvements, reduce downtime, and optimize asset performance using engineering methods, data analysis, and continuous improvement strategies.

The role emphasizes root cause analysis, proactive maintenance, data-driven decision making, and multi-site project leadership to standardize practices and improve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or related field required.
• Reliability certifications (e.g., CMRP, CRE) preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of reliability or maintenance engineering experience in heavy manufacturing; multi-plant/multi-site a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead RCA and FMEA on critical equipment failures; develop proactive maintenance strategies (PdM).
• Monitor MTBF, MTTR, and OEE; manage spare parts programs and lubrication strategies.
• Collect and analyze maintenance data using CMMS and reliability tools to drive asset health decisions.
• Lead reliability projects across multiple plant sites and align best practices and standardization.
• Support asset lifecycle management, design for reliability, and maintenance planning.

Skills

RCA

FMEA

RCM

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering)

CMRP/CRE certification (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

Vibration analysis

Thermography

Oil analysis

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a results-driven Reliability Engineer to join our Engineering & Maintenance team to support the maintenance and reliability efforts across fourteen coil coating facilities. This individual will be responsible for driving equipment reliability improvements, reducing downtime, and optimizing asset performance by applying engineering methodologies, data analysis, and continuous improvement strategies. The ideal candidate brings strong problem-solving skills, technical expertise in heavy manufacturing, and a passion for sustainable, cost-effective operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reliability Improvement: * Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) on critical equipment failures. * Develop and implement proactive maintenance strategies, including preventive and predictive maintenance (PdM) programs. * Monitor equipment performance metrics (MTBF, MTTR, OEE) and identify areas for reliability improvement. * Assist facilities in managing critical spare parts programs. * Assist facilities in the development and management of lubrication programs.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: * Collect and analyze equipment and maintenance data to drive decision-making and track asset health. * Utilize CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and reliability tools (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis).
• Project Leadership: * Lead reliability projects such as equipment upgrades, replacements, or process optimizations. * Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams across multiple plant sites to align on best practices and standardization.
• Asset Management: * Support capital asset lifecycle management including design for reliability (DfR) and maintenance planning. * Review and refine equipment specifications, PM routines, and critical spare part strategies.
• Training & Culture: * Train maintenance personnel on condition monitoring and reliability-centered maintenance techniques. * Foster a reliability-focused culture by promoting awareness and accountability at all organizational levels. * Participate in the selection and introductory training of new plant maintenance leadership personnel

Qualifications:
Qualifications

• Education:
  Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or related field required. Reliability certifications (e.g., CMRP, CRE) preferred.

• Experience:
  Minimum 7 years of reliability or maintenance engineering experience in heavy manufacturing (e.g., steel, cement, pulp & paper, mining, etc.). Multi-plant or multi-site experience is a strong plus.

• Technical Skills: * Proficient in RCA, FMEA, RCM, and Six Sigma methodologies. * Familiarity with PdM technologies (vibration, ultrasound, IR thermography).

Additional Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Precoat Metals is a Drug Free Workplace