Reliability Engineer - Coopersville Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Camden (MI); On-site; USD 77,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan is seeking a Reliability Engineer to join a Coopersville-area team. In this role you will develop reliability strategies, conduct RCA, lead FMEA sessions, and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance to boost asset uptime.

Qualified candidates bring strong communication and problem-solving skills, with a focus on improving equipment reliability. Opportunities exist with partner manufacturers in West Michigan.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement reliability strategies for manufacturing equipment.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and recurring issues.
• Lead Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) sessions to identify potential failure points.
• Optimize preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve asset uptime.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to implement reliability solutions.
• Evaluate new technologies and methodologies to enhance equipment reliability.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Reliability Engineer | Coopersville, MI

Salary Range: $77,000 - $117,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in reliability engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Coopersville, seeking experienced Reliability Engineers to strengthen their teams.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Coopersville that are adding Reliability Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement reliability strategies for manufacturing equipment.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and recurring issues.
• Lead Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) sessions to identify potential failure points.
• Optimize preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve asset uptime.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to implement reliability solutions.
• Evaluate new technologies and methodologies to enhance equipment reliability.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing methodologies.
• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) certification.
• Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R) for data analysis and automation.
• Familiarity with advanced analytics and machine learning for predictive maintenance.
• Project management experience, particularly in leading reliability improvement initiatives.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Reliability Engineer, Senior Reliability Engineer, Principal Reliability Engineer, Reliability Engineering Lead, Reliability Specialist, Asset Reliability Engineer, Maintenance Reliability Engineer, Reliability and Maintenance Engineer, Reliability Consultant, Reliability Program Manager, Uptime Engineer, Performance Engineer, Systems Reliability Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) - Reliability Focus, Process Reliability Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.