About this opportunity
Smurfit Westrock plc lists this Reliability Engineer opportunity in roanoke rapids, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Maintenance Reliability Engineer
POSITION SUMMARY
The Maintenance Reliability Engineer is responsible for improving equipment reliability, asset availability, and overall plant performance through effective reliability engineering practices. This role leads reliability initiatives, implements predictive and preventive maintenance strategies, performs root cause analyses, and partners with Maintenance and Production teams to reduce downtime, extend asset life, and lower maintenance costs while ensuring safe and efficient operations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
Reliability Strategy & Continuous Improvement
Lead reliability projects to improve equipment uptime, optimize asset performance, and reduce unplanned downtime and maintenance costs
Develop, implement, and sustain predictive and preventive maintenance programs aligned with plant reliability goals
Serve as the site subject matter expert (SME) for equipment reliability, supporting internal teams and coordinating with external vendors
Drive continuous improvement by identifying chronic equipment issues and implementing sustainable corrective actions
Asset Health & Analysis
Conduct Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) to eliminate recurring failures and improve long-term equipment performance
Review condition monitoring, predictive maintenance data, and work order history to identify emerging failure trends
Perform quality assurance checks on equipment condition data to ensure accurate maintenance planning and execution
Validate maintenance work requests and repair strategies prior to scheduled outages or planned work
Safety & Training
Develop and deliver safety-related training for maintenance and technical personnel
Champion safe work practices and ensure reliability activities align with site and corporate safety standards
Partner with Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering to align reliability initiatives with production objectives
Promote reliability-centered maintenance principles and encourage site-wide engagement and accountability
Coach and mentor reliability team members to achieve performance excellence
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
2-3 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance, reliability engineering, or field service engineering
Technical & Analytical Skills
Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to interpret large datasets to drive data-based decisions
Proficiency in identifying failure modes, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing preventative solutions
Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
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Worksite address
roanoke rapids, NC, 27870, US
Who can apply
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