Reliability Engineer*

Role: Reliability Engineer responsible for leading reliability improvement initiatives for critical equipment, processes, and systems within a manufacturing setting. Objectives include reducing unplanned downtime, failures, maintenance costs, and operational losses through application of reliability tools such as root cause analysis, FMEA, risk assessment, and statistical analysis. Core responsibilities involve developing and executing reliability strategies, supporting equipment startup, troubleshooting, and stabilization activities. Requirements: Bachelor’s or higher in Engineering or Science with at least 6 years (or Associate’s with 8 years) of experience in maintenance, engineering, or manufacturing, with expertise in reliability tools, root cause analysis, and equipment lifecycle management. Preferred qualifications include a Master’s in Reliability/Statistical Engineering, certifications (e.g., ASQ CRE, SMRP), and extensive hands-on experience reducing downtime in industrial environments. HighValue: Manufacturing (likely chemicals or industrial), Reliability-centered maintenance, equipment optimization, statistical analysis, risk assessment, and process troubleshooting. Location: Springfield, MO, with up to 20% domestic travel. Work setup: On-site, with potential relocation support. The role emphasizes safety, compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment.