Reliability Engineer: Maintenance & Plant Integrity Lead

Paylocity; Pasadena, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Paylocity in Pasadena, TX is seeking a Maintenance and Reliability Engineer to develop, implement, and optimize reliability programs for plant equipment. You will lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance initiatives to improve uptime, safety, and efficiency.

You will analyze equipment performance data, conduct RCFA, and collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering to prioritize reliability projects.

Qualifications

• AAS in a technical field is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Reliability Engineering is preferred.
• CAT III Vibration Analyst certification preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in maintenance, reliability, or mechanical engineering in chemical, petrochemical, refining, or industrial environments.
• Experience leading reliability programs and maintenance improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs to improve plant reliability.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for reliability improvement.
• Conduct RCFA and recommend engineering solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to prioritize reliability initiatives and optimize maintenance plans.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and startup of new equipment with reliability considerations.
• Develop metrics and reporting systems to track equipment health, maintenance effectiveness, and reliability improvements.
• Support mechanical integrity and asset management programs by ensuring inspections, audits, and compliance activities are completed effectively.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Process engineering

Root cause analysis

Predictive maintenance

RCFA

Data analysis

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Education

Associate of Applied Science in a technical field

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Reliability Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Paylocity in Pasadena, TX is seeking a Maintenance and Reliability Engineer to develop, implement, and optimize reliability programs for plant equipment. You will lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance initiatives to improve uptime, safety, and efficiency.

You will analyze equipment performance data, conduct RCFA, and collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering to prioritize reliability projects.