Reliability Engineer (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 101,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Pratt & Whitney as a Reliability Engineer in Asheville, where you'll lead maintenance reliability initiatives in a dynamic operations environment. Your expertise will not only optimize production processes but also ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Parental leave

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in maintenance or reliability engineering.
• 3+ years in ceramic coating or high-temperature manufacturing.
• Expertise in RCM, FMEA, RCA methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead reliability strategies for ceramic coating production.
• Perform root cause analysis on equipment failures.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations for design improvements.

Skills

Reliability Engineering

Root Cause Analysis

Predictive Maintenance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

CMMS

SCADA

PLC

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Date Posted:

2025-06-19

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW715: Asheville Site 330 Pratt Whitney Blvd , Asheville, NC, 28806 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.

Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

We are seeking a highly motivated, technically talented individual, who has a true desire to lead in a dynamic operations environment to support the Asheville maintenance department (MTS) as a Reliability Engineer. In this role you will be providing maintenance reliability and coordination in the Coatings Business Unit.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the development and execution of equipment reliability strategies for ceramic coating production assets.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) on critical equipment failures; drive permanent corrective actions and long-term performance improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality teams to support asset design improvements and maintenance-friendly modifications.
• Optimize and oversee predictive maintenance (PdM) programs including vibration analysis, thermal imaging, and other condition monitoring technologies specific to high-temperature environments.
• Champion reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), preventive maintenance (PM) programs, and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with production goals.
• Monitor and report on key reliability metrics such as MTBF, MTTR, and OEE to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to maintenance technicians and junior engineers in reliability principles and troubleshooting techniques.
• Manage critical spare parts strategy, failure data analysis, and lifecycle planning for production assets.
• Support compliance with all safety and environmental regulations, ensuring that reliability practices enhance operational safety.
  
  

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree Engineering or related technical discipline with 8 years work experience or advanced degree with 5 years work experience.
• 7+ years of experience in maintenance or reliability engineering, with at least 3 years in a ceramic coating or high-temperature manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in RCM, FMEA, RCA methodologies and CORE operating tools
• Proficient in using a CMMS to analyze maintenance history and optimize work plans.
• Proven track record of implementing predictive maintenance programs and delivering measurable reliability improvements.
• Ability to work in a plant setting with rotating equipment, elevated temperatures, and industrial safety standards.
  
  

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) or Certified Reliability Leader (CRL).
• Experience with Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives.
• Experience with SCADA, PLC interfaces, and industrial automation in EBPVD.
• Ability to plan projects and to craft clear written/verbal/analytical/org skills to influence business objectives.
  
  

Learn More & Apply Now!

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.
  
  

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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