Reliabilty Engineer

Socket.dev; Fort Lupton (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing

401k match

Medical/dental/vision

HSA contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Gym membership

Many more

Job summary

Golden Aluminum in Fort Lupton, Colorado is seeking a Reliability Engineer to design and implement maintenance and reliability strategies for its aluminum rolling mill. This role focuses on improving equipment efficiency, reducing downtime, and enhancing overall plant reliability.

You will conduct condition monitoring, develop preventive maintenance plans, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Proven reliability engineering with predictive maintenance and condition-monitored systems.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial machinery.
• Demonstrated leadership to motivate and manage a team.
• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to work extra hours and respond to maintenance emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement maintenance and reliability programs for continuous operation of the rolling mill.
• Conduct equipment assessments and condition monitoring to identify failures and apply predictive maintenance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize equipment performance and plant reliability.
• Develop and track KPIs to measure reliability metrics and report to management.
• Work with maintenance to establish preventive maintenance plans based on failure analyses.
• Provide troubleshooting support and implement corrective actions for equipment failures.
• Coordinate with vendors to ensure availability of spare parts and services for critical equipment.
• Stay current with industry best practices and advancements in reliability and maintenance.

Skills

Reliability engineering

Predictive maintenance

Condition monitoring

Leadership

Technical drawings

CMMS

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in maintenance/Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronic engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Description

The future. It’s on you. You & Golden Aluminum. We are a continuous casting aluminum rolling mill who established operations in 1984 and located in Fort Lupton Colorado, 35 miles north of downtown Denver. We care about our environment, our people, and our community. We’re honored to be selected by the Department of Energy to receive up to $22.3 million in investment supporting our Nexcast Mini Mill and other breakthrough projects which will steer the aluminum industry toward a greener, decarbonized future.

Benefits

• $35+ and up depending on qualification and experience
• Up to $1,200 per quarter profit-sharing plan
• 401k company match
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account with generous company contributions
• Tuition and gym membership reimbursement
• Much more!

Job Summary

The Reliability Engineer will play a key role in ensuring the overall design, reliability and performance of our aluminum rolling mill facility. This individual will be responsible for designing, developing and implementing maintenance and reliability strategies to optimize equipment efficiency, minimize downtime, and enhance the overall operational reliability of the facility.

• Design, develop and implement comprehensive maintenance and reliability programs to ensure the continuous and efficient operation of the aluminum rolling mill.
• Conduct regular equipment assessments and condition monitoring to identify potential failures and design and implement predictive maintenance measures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize equipment performance, reduce downtime, and improve overall plant reliability.
• Develop and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and track reliability metrics, providing regular reports to management.
• Work closely with the maintenance team to establish effective preventive maintenance plans and schedules based on analyses of key failures.
• Provide technical expertise in troubleshooting equipment failures and design and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to ensure the availability of spare parts and support for critical equipment.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices, technological advancements, and emerging trends in reliability and maintenance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in maintenance, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronic Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience of reliability engineering principles, predictive maintenance techniques, and condition-based monitoring, preferably in metal processing, rolling mill or finishing manufacturing facilities.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial machinery.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team effectively.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• A willingness to work extra hours and respond to maintenance emergencies as needed.
• Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to aluminum rolling mill operations.
• Proficient in using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and other relevant software.

Because Golden Aluminum thrives on the power of diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect, and contribution, we are committed to giving every qualified applicant and employee an equal opportunity.