Reliability Engineer - Predictive Maintenance Leader

Gerdau North America; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Career growth

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Gerdau North America in Virginia is seeking a maintenance reliability engineer to develop and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs across our heavy industrial operations.

You will lead RCFA and FMEA investigations, drive asset reliability, analyze data, implement vibration analysis and condition monitoring, and collaborate with operations to reduce downtime. A field-focused role with opportunities for growth and access to a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or HS/GED with 6-8 years of equivalent industrial experience.
• 3+ years of reliability, maintenance, engineering, or asset management experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, chemical processing, power generation, mining, metals, pulp and paper, or similar environments.
• Knowledge of RCFA, RCM, FMEA, TPM, or predictive maintenance methodologies.
• Experience with CMMS systems such as SAP, Maximo, or Infor.
• Strong troubleshooting, data analysis, and communication skills.
• Willingness to spend significant time in the field alongside maintenance teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Lead RCFA and FMEA investigations.
• Drive equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Analyze maintenance and operational data to improve asset performance.
• Implement vibration analysis, thermography, lubrication, and condition monitoring programs.
• Partner closely with operations and maintenance teams on reliability improvements.
• Support major shutdowns, overhauls, and capital projects.
• Develop KPI reporting and reliability metrics.
• Mentor technicians and promote reliability best practices.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Communication

Field work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or related discipline

HS/GED with 6-8 years of equivalent industrial experience

Tools

SAP

Maximo

Infor

Job description

Gerdau North America in Virginia is seeking a maintenance reliability engineer to develop and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs across our heavy industrial operations.

You will lead RCFA and FMEA investigations, drive asset reliability, analyze data, implement vibration analysis and condition monitoring, and collaborate with operations to reduce downtime. A field-focused role with opportunities for growth and access to a comprehensive benefits package.