Mechanical Reliability Engineer

Placements24; East London; Híbrido; ZAR 166.000 - 203.000; Jornada completa

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Remote role

Flexible schedule

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Reliability Engineer for a remote contract based role with operational base in East London (Eastern Cape). The ideal candidate will drive reliability-centered maintenance strategies, perform RCFA, and lead continuous improvement across mechanical systems.

You will develop predictive maintenance programs using vibration analysis, thermography, and oil analysis, while tracking MTBF/MTTR and collaborating with maintenance and operations to

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical reliability engineering or a closely related field.
• Proven expertise in RCFA and failure analysis methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of predictive maintenance technologies and data analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement reliability strategies, including RC/M maintenance programs.
• Conduct RCFA for mechanical equipment and implement corrective actions.
• Analyze performance data and failure trends to identify reliability improvements.
• Develop and manage predictive maintenance programs using vibration analysis, thermography, and oil analysis.
• Define reliability metrics (MTBF, MTTR) and monitor targets.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations to optimize schedules and procedures.
• Specify spare parts strategy to reduce downtime.
• Contribute to design reviews to incorporate reliability considerations.
• Develop and deliver training on reliability best practices.
• Prepare detailed reports on reliability performance and improvements.

Conocimientos

RCM

RCFA

Predictive maintenance

Data analysis

CMMS

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Herramientas

CMMS

Vibration analysis

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Mechanical Reliability Engineer for a contract role, available fully remotely. This position is critical for ensuring the long-term performance, uptime, and effectiveness of our mechanical systems and assets. You will be responsible for developing and implementing reliability-centered maintenance strategies, conducting failure analysis, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance asset longevity and reduce operational costs. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to work on diverse projects and contribute significantly to our operational excellence from anywhere. We are looking for an individual with a deep understanding of mechanical systems, predictive maintenance techniques, and data analysis to identify and address potential reliability issues proactively. Your expertise will be key in optimizing equipment performance and ensuring minimal disruptions. The role is based operationally from East London , but is entirely remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive reliability strategies, including RCM (Reliability Centered Maintenance) programs.
• Conduct root cause failure analysis (RCFA) for mechanical equipment and systems to identify underlying issues and implement corrective actions.
• Analyze equipment performance data, maintenance records, and failure trends to identify areas for reliability improvement.
• Develop and manage predictive maintenance programs utilizing technologies such as vibration analysis, thermography, and oil analysis.
• Define key reliability metrics (e.g., MTBF, MTTR) and monitor performance against targets.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to optimize maintenance schedules and procedures.
• Specify and recommend spare parts strategy to ensure availability and reduce downtime.
• Contribute to the design review process to ensure reliability considerations are incorporated into new equipment specifications.
• Develop and deliver training on reliability best practices to relevant personnel.
• Prepare detailed reports on reliability performance, failure analysis findings, and improvement recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical reliability engineering or a closely related field.
• Proven expertise in failure analysis methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams) and RCFA.
• Strong knowledge of predictive maintenance technologies and data analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate remote.
• Proficiency in using data analysis tools and software.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively in a remote setting.
• Experience in the Eastern Cape industrial sector is a plus.

Benefits

This contract position offers a competitive daily rate or hourly wage. As a remote role, you will enjoy maximum flexibility and the ability to work from your preferred location. This role provides an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise to challenging projects and gain exposure to various industrial challenges. Our client values efficiency and proactive problem-solving, offering a dynamic environment for experienced professionals. While the operational base is East London , the role is fully remote.