Reliability Engineer (Level DOE)

Basin Electric Power Cooperative; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Basin Electric Power Cooperative in Bismarck, ND, is seeking a Reliability Engineer (DOE level) to support equipment reliability and outage execution. The role emphasizes foundational reliability skills and collaboration with operations and maintenance teams.

Responsibilities include failure investigations (RCA, FMEA), data analysis for asset performance, and proactive maintenance planning. Travel up to 10% and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering or related from an ABET-accredited program.
• Travel up to 10%.
• A valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of repair plans, repair checklists, and maintenance procedures for critical equipment overhauls to ensure quality and accurate project schedules.
• Ensure equipment spare parts are optimized by determining recommended suppliers, assisting with equipment bill of materials revisions, and recommending min/max inventory levels. Provide support in the maintenance and failure analysis of warehouse inventory within the repairable spares process.
• Support reliability improvement initiatives for power generation and process plant equipment by collecting, organizing, and analyzing equipment condition and performance data.
• Assist in failure investigations using reliability tools such as root cause analysis (RCA), failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA), and condition monitoring techniques.
• Assist in reviewing equipment condition, maintenance history, and performance data to identify trends, predict failures, and recommend proactive maintenance actions.
• Work closely with operations and maintenance personnel to support troubleshooting efforts, reliability improvement activities, equipment inspections, and corrective action implementation.
• Provide engineering support during maintenance outages and equipment inspections by documenting findings and assisting with repair recommendations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Foundational knowledge

Predictive maintenance

Effective communication

Microsoft Word Excel Outlook

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

Job description

Job Title:

Reliability Engineer (Level DOE)

Posting Start Date:

10/14/26

Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

Desired location for this position is at our Headquarters building in Bismarck, ND.

This position is open to varying levels based on experience.

Responsible for developing foundational reliability engineering skills while supporting equipment reliability, asset performance, maintenance optimization, and outage execution activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assist in the development of repair plans, repair checklists, and maintenance procedures for critical equipment overhauls to ensure quality and accurate project schedules.

• Ensure equipment spare parts are optimized by determining recommended suppliers, assisting with equipment bill of material revisions, and recommending min/max inventory levels. Provide support in the maintenance and failure analysis of warehouse inventory within the repairable spares process.

• Support reliability improvement initiatives for power generation and process plant equipment by collecting, organizing, and analyzing equipment condition and performance data.

• Assist in failure investigations using reliability tools such as root cause analysis (RCA), failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA), and condition monitoring techniques.

• Assist in reviewing equipment condition, maintenance history, and performance data to identify trends, predict failures, and recommend proactive maintenance actions.

• Work closely with operations and maintenance personnel to support troubleshooting efforts, reliability improvement activities, equipment inspections, and corrective action implementation.

• Provide engineering support during maintenance outages and equipment inspections by documenting findings and assisting with repair recommendations.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering or related from an Engineering Accreditation Commission/Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET) program.

• Travel up to 10%.

• A valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

This position requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, constant use of computer/keyboard, and climbing stairs and ladders; occasional bending, lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds, hand grip up to 25 pounds, reaching above and below shoulder level, crawling, use of tools, foot controls, and turning of valves. Good vision, hearing, hand coordination, finger dexterity, the ability to perform close work, and the ability to speak are required for this position. The incumbent may occasionally be exposed to dirt, dust, chemicals, extreme heat and cold, vibration, noise, poor ventilation, electrical risks, confined areas, and working at heights up to 600 feet, which requires the use of safety equipment, including a harness, in accordance with ANSI Z359 standards. Incumbents are required to wear dusk masks, be respirator qualified, and wear full-face Scott Air Paks when necessary.

KEY SKILLS

• Foundational knowledge of mechanical engineering principles with an emphasis on reliability and asset performance.

• Familiarity with predictive maintenance technologies and reliability methodologies.

• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.

• Proficient with personal computers and Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Basin Electric is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veterans status.