Reliability Engineer

Owens Corning; Roseland (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens Corning in Aiken, SC is seeking a Reliability Engineer to enhance equipment reliability through systematic troubleshooting and maintenance strategies. The successful candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment, preferably with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering.

This on-site role requires strong electrical and mechanical skills and experience with CMMS platforms like SAP. Join a team committed to sustaining equipment reliability and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years reliability engineering experience in a heavy industrial, continuous manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated capability in systematic troubleshooting and sustaining corrective actions.
• Experience with PdM technologies and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Drive a zero Environmental Health & Safety incident culture.
• Lead root cause failure analysis on maintenance and control issues.
• Develop equipment care strategies that reduce unscheduled downtime.
• Support troubleshooting of complex electrical and machinery issues.

Skills

Reliability Engineering

Systematic troubleshooting

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Reliability Engineer

Location(s): Aiken, SC, US, 29801

Function: Manufacturing

Audience: Experienced Professional

Work Arrangement: On Site

Requisition ID: 69390

Purpose of the Job

The Reliability Engineer will be responsible for identifying opportunities and implementing solutions to maximize equipment reliability. The incumbent will establish maintenance strategies and methods to improve site equipment reliability. The successful candidate will have a multidisciplinary reliability background.

Reports To

Maintenance Leader

Span of Control

No direct reports

Job Responsibilities

• Drive a zero Environmental Health & Safety incident culture; support and participate in incident investigations to determine root cause and identify preventive actions; and correct unsafe conditions and acts immediately
• Lead RCFA on maintenance and control issues; implement solutions, improving reliability and reducing life‑cycle cost.
• Problem resolution techniques - 5‑Why, Ishikawa, etc.
• Develop/optimize equipment care strategies (PM/PdM/CBM) that reduce unscheduled downtime and extend asset life.
• Promote consistency by standardizing equipment, procedures and operations.
• Provide daily support for troubleshooting, planning, and repair.
• Establish and maintain equipment criticality rankings and planning.
• Train and develop others in reliability concepts and techniques.
• Assure the delivery of reliable equipment from engineering concept to production.
• Accomplish other related duties consistent with the nature of the job as assigned.
• Strong electrical and mechanical skills.
• Process control concepts of variation, SPC, FMEA.
• Use data and reliability metrics to identify loss drivers, prioritize improvements, and confirm results.
• Support troubleshooting of complex electrical, controls, and machinery issues that impact production.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred)
• 3+ years reliability engineering experience in a heavy industrial, continuous manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated capability in systematic troubleshooting, RCFA, and sustaining corrective actions.

Preferred Experience

• CMMS experience (SAP preferred) and experience with PdM technologies
• Experience with Six Sigma, TPM or similar continuous improvement methodologies
• Microsoft Software: Word, Excel, Outlook

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market‑leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go‑to‑market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages—including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position—to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.