Reliability Engineer - Grand Haven Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 86,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Grand Haven, MI is actively connecting Reliability Engineers with manufacturing companies in West Michigan. This posting seeks professionals who want more than a lateral move and who can lead reliability initiatives.

You will develop predictive maintenance, analyze failures, optimize maintenance procedures, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed reliability into design.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement predictive maintenance strategies.
• Analyze equipment failures and develop root cause analysis (RCA) solutions.
• Optimize maintenance procedures and schedules to improve asset uptime.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate reliability best practices into new equipment design.
• Utilize data analytics to identify trends and proactively address potential reliability issues.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing unplanned downtime.
• Conduct reliability assessments and develop action plans to mitigate risks.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Job description

Reliability Engineer | Grand Haven, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 - $126,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Grand Haven seeking Reliability Engineers.

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 partner with manufacturers across Grand Haven seeking Reliability Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement predictive maintenance strategies.
• Analyze equipment failures and develop root cause analysis (RCA) solutions.
• Optimize maintenance procedures and schedules to improve asset uptime.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate reliability best practices into new equipment design.
• Utilize data analytics to identify trends and proactively address potential reliability issues.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing unplanned downtime.
• Conduct reliability assessments and develop action plans to mitigate risks.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, R) for data analysis and automation.
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt).
• Familiarity with advanced statistical modeling and machine learning techniques for predictive maintenance.
• Strong understanding of Industry 4.0 concepts and digital transformation initiatives within manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and train junior engineers on reliability best practices.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Reliability Engineer, Reliability Specialist, Asset Reliability Engineer, Maintenance Reliability Engineer, Senior Reliability Engineer, Principal Reliability Engineer, Reliability & Maintainability Engineer, RCM Engineer, FMEA Engineer, Reliability Technician

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.