Reliability & Maintenance Engineer

Suzano International; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

HSA and HRA

Job summary

Suzano is seeking a hands-on Reliability & Maintenance Engineer for its Pine Bluff facility. You will lead structured maintenance programs, apply RCM and MFMEA, and drive data-driven improvements to asset reliability and uptime.

You’ll develop preventive and predictive maintenance plans, manage critical spare parts, and build dashboards to monitor MTBF/MTTR and equipment availability. Collaboration with field teams and adherence to safety and 5S practices are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering or related field.
• Experience in maintenance or reliability engineering required.
• Knowledge of RCM, MFMEA, failure analysis, and maintenance KPIs.
• Proficiency with ERP maintenance modules (SAP PM, Maximo).
• Experience with data analytics and visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply RCM, MFMEA, and failure analysis to improve asset reliability.
• Create and revise preventive and predictive maintenance plans based on criticality.
• Manage technical spare parts inventory with defined min/max.
• Monitor MTBF, MTTR, and equipment availability and drive improvements.
• Analyze process data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Design dashboards for predictive monitoring and risk assessment.
• Create/update technical standards and maintenance instructions.
• Support field teams with training and standardization.
• Participate in reliability projects including Capex and roadmap.
• Promote 5S and proactive maintenance culture.

Skills

RCM

MFMEA

Failure analysis

Maintenance performance indicators

Statistical data analysis

Power BI

Tableau

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering, Production Engineering, or related fields

Postgraduate studies or certification in Reliability Engineering

Tools

SAP PM

Maximo

Power BI

Tableau

Python

Job description

Nice to meet you, We Are Suzano!

At Suzano, we believe innovation and sustainability go hand in hand. This union gave rise to a meaningful attitude: innovability, which guides us in thinking outside the box and looking beyond to tackle the challenges of the 21st century. We plant and grow trees. We transform this renewable raw material into innovative and sustainable bioproducts that are part of the everyday life of over 2 billion people. We cultivate life on the sheet of the notebook that teaches children, in the diaper that protects babies, in the biodegradable cup of coffee that does not harm the environment, in absorbent papers and in the convenience of using sustainable packaging.

Get to know us in 2 minutes!

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About The Role

Suzano is looking for a hands-on and technically driven Reliability & Maintenance Engineer to join our lubrication and predictive maintenance teams at our Pine Bluff facility. This role will be essential in ensuring equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and technical excellence through structured routines, and data-driven improvements. We're looking for someone who thrives in industrial environments and enjoys solving complex maintenance challenges.

What You’re Going To Do

• Develop and apply methodologies such as RCM, MFMEA, and failure analysis to improve asset reliability.
• Create and revise preventive and predictive maintenance plans based on equipment criticality.
• Manage the technical inventory of critical spare parts, defining minimum and maximum parameters.
• Monitor and improve indicators such as MTBF, MTTR, and equipment availability.
• Analyze statistical data from process equipment to identify trends, failure patterns, and improvement opportunities.
• Design and implement control systems and dashboards for predictive monitoring and risk assessment.
• Create and update technical standards, operational routines, and maintenance instructions.
• Serve as a technical reference for field teams, promoting training and standardization.
• Conduct benchmarking and technical visits to stay updated on industry technologies.
• Participate in the prioritization and implementation of projects according to the reliability engineering roadmap, including, conceptual studies, Capex Book approval and implement Projects
• Promote 5S practices and help embed a proactive maintenance culture across the team.

What We Expect From You

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering, Production Engineering, or related fields.
• Proven experience in maintenance or reliability engineering.
• Knowledge of RCM, MFMEA, failure analysis, and maintenance performance indicators.
• Proficiency in ERP systems for maintenance (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo).
• Experience with statistical analysis tools and data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Python).
• Familiarity with technical standards (ASME, ASTM, ISO).
• Strong skills in technical data analysis and report writing.
• Postgraduate studies or certification in Reliability Engineering is a plus.
• Exposure to industrial sectors such as pulp & paper, oil & gas, chemicals, or steel.

What We’re Looking For

• Predictive Maintenance Mindset: You understand the value of data, early detection, and continuous monitoring to prevent failures.
• Problem Solver: You’re not afraid to dig into the root cause, explore new technologies, and implement sustainable solutions.
• Collaborative Energy: You work closely with maintenance, reliability, and operations teams to drive performance.
• Hands-On Attitude: You're comfortable getting into the details, from oil leaks to vibration signals, and translating them into actions.
• Professionals who share our values Suzano - People and Culture. Read more here: https://www.suzano.com.br/en/suzano/about-us/people-and-culture

We are pleased to offer an attractive compensation and benefits package for this role, which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Multiple plan options with nationwide networks to support your physical health and preventive care.
• Life and AD&D Insurance: Company-paid basic coverage and optional plans to protect you and your loved ones.
• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term coverage to help protect your income in case of illness or injury.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Automatic enrollment with a generous company match to help you plan for the future.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): Tax-advantaged accounts with company contributions to help manage healthcare expenses.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Options for healthcare, limited-purpose, and dependent care expenses.
• Voluntary Benefits: Additional protection through accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.

Suzano is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Suzano provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Suzano complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every work location. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

All positions at Suzano are subject to random drug and alcohol screening, performed in conformance with applicable law and internal Policy.

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