Reliability Engineer

5195 EKC Advanced Electronics USA, LLC; Sayreville (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Qnity seeks a Reliability & Maintenance Engineer to enhance equipment reliability, improve maintenance strategies, and support MIQA programs for safety-critical assets. This onsite role is based in Parlin, NJ, with priority to candidates within commuting distance and no sponsorship available.

The role partners with Operations, Maintenance and Engineering to reduce downtime, improve asset performance, and ensure PSM compliance. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in reliability or maintenance engineering in manufacturing.
• Strong RCA, FMEA, RCM knowledge; predictive maintenance.
• Experience with CMMS platforms such as SAP PM, Meridium, MaintainX.

Responsibilities

• Drive asset reliability initiatives to improve uptime and performance.
• Develop preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance programs.
• Monitor metrics like OEE, MTBF, MTTR and lead RCA for failures.
• Support MIQA activities for process safety-critical equipment.

Skills

RCA

FMEA

RCM

Predictive maintenance

CMMS (SAP PM / Meridium / MaintainX)

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP PM

Meridium

MaintainX

Job description

Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem-solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics. At Qnity, we’re more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries – we’re a tight-knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting-edge technology possible. We value forward-thinking challengers, boundary-pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all. Learn how you can start or jumpstart your career with us.

Position Summary

Qnity is seeking a Reliability & Maintenance Engineer. This position is responsible for enhancing equipment reliability, increasing maintenance effectiveness, and supporting Mechanical Integrity & Quality Assurance (MIQA) programs for process safety-critical assets. This role partners closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Manufacturing Technology teams to reduce downtime, optimize maintenance strategies, improve asset performance, and ensure compliance with Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements. The position serves as a key technical resource for reliability improvement, preventive and predictive maintenance programs, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives that support safe and efficient manufacturing operations. This role is 100% onsite in our Parlin, New Jersey facility. Candidates currently living within a daily commutable distance to this location will be given priority. Please note: Sponsorship is not available now or in the future for this role.

What You’ll Do

• Drive asset reliability initiatives by improving equipment uptime, maintainability, and overall performance.
• Develop and optimize preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance programs utilizing reliability tools and technologies.
• Monitor and improve key reliability metrics including OEE, MTBF, and MTTR.
• Lead root cause analyses for critical equipment failures and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Support troubleshooting and performance improvement of mechanical, electrical, controls, and automation systems.
• Identify and eliminate chronic equipment issues through bad actor analysis and reliability improvement strategies.
• Partner with maintenance and operations teams to improve maintenance planning, execution, and work management processes.
• Support capital projects by ensuring equipment is designed for reliability, maintainability, and inspectability.
• Lead or support Mechanical Integrity and Quality Assurance (MIQA) activities for process safety-critical equipment.
• Participate in Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), Management of Change (MOC), incident investigations, and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR).
• Develop reliability dashboards, performance metrics, and technical documentation while providing coaching and mentorship across the organization.

What We’re Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in reliability engineering, maintenance engineering, manufacturing, or Mechanical Integrity programs.
• Strong knowledge of reliability methodologies including Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), and predictive maintenance technologies.
• Experience with CMMS platforms such as SAP PM, Meridium, MaintainX, or similar systems.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering analysis tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in petrochemical, specialty chemical, oil & gas, or other high-hazard manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM), Mechanical Integrity (MI), and Quality Assurance (QA) programs.
• Understanding of statutory and regulatory requirements, RAGAGEP, and process safety best practices.
• Experience with Maintenance Work Management Processes and asset lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of risk assessment and risk mitigation methodologies.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience using Power BI or similar data analytics and visualization tools.
• Demonstrated success leading reliability improvement and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.

Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.

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Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our