Reliability Engineer – Advanced Manufacturing & Uptime

Gokenamericallc

Hagerstown (MD)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Goken is seeking a Maintenance Engineer – Machine Reliability to improve the reliability, maintainability, and long-term performance of its advanced manufacturing equipment. This role focuses on identifying reliability issues before failures occur, analyzing root causes, and developing engineering solutions that improve machine uptime and lifecycle performance.

The successful candidate will work with maintenance mechanics, electrical/controls engineers, and production teams to diagnose issues,

Qualifications

BS degree in Mechanical, Electrical/Controls, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
8+ years combined post-high school education and experience in a manufacturing environment.
5+ years technical experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with machine design, power transmission, hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, gearing, shafts, and industrial automation equipment.

Responsibilities

Monitor and improve the reliability of manufacturing equipment through engineering analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
Investigate equipment failures, recurring issues, and machine performance trends to identify root causes and corrective actions.
Work closely with maintenance mechanics, electrical engineers, controls engineers, and production teams to diagnose machine issues and implement permanent solutions.
Interpret machine symptoms, alarms, and operating conditions to predict potential failures before they impact production.
Evaluate components that experience premature wear or failure and recommend more robust designs, alternative components, or optimized replacement intervals.
Develop engineering drawings, mechanical modifications, and documentation to support equipment improvements and reliability projects.
Create and maintain equipment documentation, including mechanical drawings, bills of materials, maintenance procedures, and reliability standards.
Support preventive and predictive maintenance strategies by improving equipment lifecycle management.
Collaborate with equipment OEMs and suppliers to resolve technical issues and implement upgrades.
Participate in capital improvement and machine modification projects focused on increasing equipment availability and reducing maintenance costs.
Ensure all engineering changes comply with plant safety, quality, and manufacturing standards.