Reliability Engineer: Drive Stability & Efficiency in Manufacturing

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas in Cleveland is seeking a Reliability Engineer who blends hands-on troubleshooting with disciplined, data-informed improvements. You will work with the Engineering Manager and Plant Superintendent to stabilize production, diagnose equipment and process issues, and improve batch performance.

You will lead small-scale capital projects, coordinate with vendors and contractors, and use tools like AutoCAD, Fusion 360, PLCs, and blueprints to design flow, layout, and

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Proven cross-department process improvement and project management experience.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Stabilize production by diagnosing and solving equipment/process issues.
• Elevate quality using SPC to reduce variability and improve batch performance.
• Cut waste through cost-reduction and reliability initiatives.
• Deliver measurable improvements through coordinated initiatives.
• Build capital capability via small-scale capital projects.
• Source specifications with vendors for product evaluations.
• Mobilize internal and external teams for timely repairs and upgrades.
• Design flow by analyzing space, workflow, and equipment layouts.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Data analysis

Problem solving

Effective communication

Leadership

MS Excel

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology (ABET accredited)

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Fusion 360

PLC Ladder Logic

P&ID reading

Job description

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas in Cleveland is seeking a Reliability Engineer who blends hands-on troubleshooting with disciplined, data-informed improvements. You will work with the Engineering Manager and Plant Superintendent to stabilize production, diagnose equipment and process issues, and improve batch performance.

You will lead small-scale capital projects, coordinate with vendors and contractors, and use tools like AutoCAD, Fusion 360, PLCs, and blueprints to design flow, layout, and