Reliability Engineer

Linde; Poteau (OK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Linde Inc. is seeking a Reliability Engineer in East Chiacgo, IN to lead maintenance and reliability initiatives across North Region. You will collaborate with reliability and operations teams to address long‑term asset concerns and identify improvement opportunities.

Responsibilities include leading Root Cause Analysis for major failures, developing mechanical system designs, and driving reliability programs using Six Sigma methodologies. Travel ~20–25% domestically is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering is required.
• Minimum five years of experience in maintenance or reliability engineering in an industrial setting.
• Experience with mechanical systems: compressors, heat exchangers, pumps, chillers, and piping.
• Strong ability to interpret P&ID diagrams and machinery drawings.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility as Reliability Engineer, managing assets in the North Region.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis for major failures to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with reliability and operations teams to identify long-term asset concerns.
• Analyze data to justify lifecycle cost improvements and reliability actions.
• Develop and support reliability assessments for facilities and equipment.
• Lead initiatives using Six Sigma to improve asset performance.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Six Sigma

CMMS

Cross-functional teamwork

Maintenance engineering

P&ID interpretation

Reliability engineering

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Linde Inc.
Reliability Engineer
East Chiacgo, IN, United States | req28579

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
• You will lead Root Cause Analysis processes for major failures to prevent recurrence
• And you will assist in engineering, design, specification, and execution of projects to optimize reliability and operability
• Review and update Standard Maintenance Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures
• You will 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
• You will 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
• Thrive in a team that values diversity and inclusion, bringing your unique perspective to collaborative problem‑solving

What Makes You Great

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering and minimum five years of experience in maintenance or reliability engineering within an industrial manufacturing environment
• Further you have 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
• You have 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 email
• Preferred knowledge of regulatory and industrial standards and codes is required in this role
• Familiarity with machinery installation, commissioning, and process optimization
• Certification or status as Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional or Certified Reliability Engineer is advantageous
• You have experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and 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
• Travel domestically approximately 20‑25% of the time and be accessible during off‑hours as needed

Why you will love working with us

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2025 sales of $34 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high‑quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain, decarbonize and protect our planet. 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. Linde also delivers state‑of‑the‑art gas processing solutions to support customer growth, efficiency improvements and emissions reductions.

What we offer you!

At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you’re looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless. Linde offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!

Have we inspired you? Let´s talk about it

We are looking forward to receiving your complete application.

Linde thanks all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview will be contacted.

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 reason prohibited by applicable law.

Linde Inc. acts responsibly towards its shareholders, business partners, employees, society and the environment in every one of its business areas, regions and the locations across the globe. The company is committed to technologies and products that unite the goals of customer value and sustainable development.

• 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.