Reliability Engineer - Kentwood Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking Reliability Engineers for Kentwood, MI, offering a salary range of $83,000–$123,000 depending on experience. These roles focus on reliability in manufacturing settings, with opportunities to grow through collaboration with Kentwood-based companies.

Responsibilities include developing predictive maintenance programs, conducting RCA/RCM analyses, optimizing PM schedules, and leading asset-reliability initiatives using CMMS data and analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, or similar).
• 3+ years in a manufacturing environment focused on reliability engineering principles.
• Proficiency with reliability analysis techniques (FMEA, RCA, RCM, Weibull).
• Strong understanding of CMMS/EAM systems and their maintenance/reliability applications.
• Experience with predictive maintenance technologies (vibration, thermography, oil analysis).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement predictive maintenance strategies.
• Analyze equipment failures and perform root cause analysis (RCA).
• Optimize preventive maintenance programs and schedules.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for asset reliability.
• Conduct criticality assessments and asset management planning.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production to improve equipment performance.
• Use data analytics to identify trends and improve reliability metrics.
• Manage CMMS data and drive reliability improvements.

Skills

Predictive maintenance

FMEA

RCA

RCM

Weibull analysis

Data analytics

Vibration analysis

Thermography

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, or similar)

Tools

CMMS

CMMS/EAM systems

SAP PM

Maximo

Infor EAM

Job description

Reliability Engineer | Kentwood, MI

Salary Range: $83,000 - $123,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in reliability engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Kentwood seeking experienced Reliability Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Kentwood 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 predictive maintenance strategies.
• Analyze equipment failures and develop root cause analysis (RCA) solutions.
• Optimize preventive maintenance (PM) programs and schedules.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for asset reliability.
• Conduct criticality assessments and develop asset management strategies.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to improve equipment performance.
• Utilize data analytics to identify trends and improve reliability metrics.
• Implement and manage computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) data for reliability.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, or similar).
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, focusing on reliability engineering principles.
• Proficiency in reliability analysis techniques (e.g., FMEA, RCA, RCM, Weibull analysis).
• Strong understanding of CMMS/EAM systems and their application in maintenance and reliability.
• Experience with predictive maintenance technologies (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis).

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Python or other scripting languages for data analysis and automation.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
• Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) or Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) certification.
• Experience with condition monitoring technologies (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis).
• Working knowledge of CMMS/EAM systems (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo, Infor EAM).

Job Titles That Should Apply

• Reliability Engineer
• Reliability Specialist
• Asset Reliability Engineer
• Maintenance Reliability Engineer
• Senior Reliability Engineer
• Principal Reliability Engineer
• Reliability & Maintainability Engineer
• R&M Engineer
• Reliability and Systems Engineer
• Product Reliability Engineer
• Process Reliability Engineer
• Reliability Analyst
• Reliability Engineering Manager
• Reliability Consultant

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.