Staff Engineer, Maintenance and Reliability

Staff Engineer, Maintenance and Reliability

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Onsite - Huntsville, AL

Opportunity

Originates and develops analysis methods to determine reliability of components, equipment, and processes. Acquires and analyzes data. Prepares diagrams, charts, drawings, calculations, and reports to define reliability problems and make recommendations for improvements. Conducts an analysis of reliability issues and investigates to determine the required reliability approach for the situation, with consideration given to the cost limitations for equipment uptime/downtime, repair/replacement costs and weight, size, and availability of materials/equipment. Determines cost advantages of alternatives and develops action plans that comply with internal/external customer demands for reliability processes/equipment to avoid failures.

Specific Responsibilities

• Research and evaluate new and existing processes, operations and support systems for adaptation to manufacture Kohler products.
• Works under general direction of Reliability Engineer, or under general administrative instruction in performing detailed reliability studies and calculations of component/system reliabilities.
• Initiate, develop and implement continuous improvement projects in support of plant KOS initiatives.
• Plans and performs engineering research, design development, or manufacturing/process engineering assignments, including responsibility for major subsections of complex projects using general engineering practices influenced by the general theme of reliability principles.
• Considers impact of costs on recommended action plans for avoiding/correcting problems during the design phase or remedial action for correcting reliability problems on installed equipment; performs root cause failure analysis to help prevent failures.
• Provide engineering support relative to new product and process implementation.
• Mechanical/electrical design proficiency. Project management experience desired. Estimates engineering personnel needs and coordinates and supervises the use of other engineers and technicians to accomplish the objective of cost-effective reliability improvements for projects.
• Staff Engineer, Reliability continually monitor existing manufacturing operations and systems to assure that the company is employing the most efficient method available today.
• Automation experience to include robotics. Recognizes that assignments are broad in nature and require appreciable originality and ingenuity to complete them and considerable latitude for unreviewed actions or decisions.
• Trained on all applicable SOPs, LOPs, policies, and procedures. Follows company safety and health guidelines and other company policies.
• Assist in the management of predictive technologies (ultrasound, lubrication, infrared, etc.)
• Performs other work as assigned

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required in an engineering discipline.
• 5+ years applicable experience in engineering, operations, consulting, or quality management.
• ASQ certification in reliability (CRE) preferred.
• People and project leader. Experience in building and leading teams with a foundation of expertise, organization, and drive.
• Strong background in reliability. Prefer background in robust design techniques, design of experiments, and quality problem solving methods such as six sigma.
• Proven and effective communication skills both written and verbal.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $103,900 - $160,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.

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