Senior Reliability Engineer – Advanced Coatings Machining

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, a world leader in aircraft engines and systems, seeks a Reliability Engineer for Advanced Coatings maintenance leadership. You will supervise maintenance operations, guide budgeting and cost tracking, and apply specialized maintenance engineering knowledge to ensure equipment reliability and safety.

The role collaborates with manufacturing and engineering leaders and involves training staff and vendor negotiations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, administration or facility management
• 10+ years in a supervisory role and in machine maintenance
• Or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of related experience
• Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
• Familiarity in drafting and understanding blueprints and schematics
• Effective communication and people management skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise maintenance operations for HSMC-South Advanced Coatings
• Assist with budget creation and expense tracking for leadership review
• Apply specialized knowledge in maintenance engineering
• Implement inspection and maintenance processes to ensure optimal performance
• Introduce and apply new developments and repair techniques in maintenance engineering
• Develop processes to repair, adjust, and maintain production equipment
• Respond to emergencies to minimize disruptions to manufacturing
• Maintain detailed maintenance records to address recurring problems
• Create procedures to set, calibrate, or adjust equipment to production specs
• Maintain tools and repair equipment in good condition
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and Operations Leadership for installation/repair approvals
• Train employees in maintenance of advanced coating equipment
• Negotiate contracts with outside vendors for maintenance work
• Ensure electrical and mechanical systems operate efficiently and safely
• Ensure premises are clean and hygienic and compliant with safety policies
• Implement electronic maintenance record systems to capture and predict maintenance
• Ensure maintenance is completed on schedule and reduce downtime
• Increase operating equipment efficiency (OEE) to meet standards

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance management

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical systems

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/related field

Advanced degree with 7+ years experience

Tools

Blueprints & schematics

Maintenance record systems

Job description

Pratt & Whitney, a world leader in aircraft engines and systems, seeks a Reliability Engineer for Advanced Coatings maintenance leadership. You will supervise maintenance operations, guide budgeting and cost tracking, and apply specialized maintenance engineering knowledge to ensure equipment reliability and safety.

The role collaborates with manufacturing and engineering leaders and involves training staff and vendor negotiations.