Reliability & Manufacturing Engineer

Reliability & Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Wilton, CT
Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Compensation: $105,000 – $120,000

Position Overview
We are seeking a Reliability & Manufacturing Engineer to support critical facility and manufacturing operations through utility systems engineering, reliability initiatives, spare parts optimization, and root cause analysis. This role is responsible for improving equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting safe and efficient plant operations in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Utility Systems Engineering

• Support operation, maintenance, and optimization of plant utility systems including boilers, chillers, cooling towers, compressors, HVAC, water treatment systems, and distribution networks
• Develop and maintain SOPs, preventive maintenance strategies, and asset care standards
• Troubleshoot utility equipment failures and provide technical guidance to maintenance teams
• Monitor system performance, efficiency, and regulatory compliance
• Support equipment installation, commissioning, and qualification activities
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, maintenance, and operational performance

Spare Parts & Inventory Management

• Identify and manage critical spare parts inventory for utility systems and production equipment
• Optimize inventory levels while balancing cost, lead times, and equipment availability
• Coordinate with purchasing teams on vendor qualification, pricing, and long-lead materials
• Support development and maintenance of BOM libraries within the CMMS
• Assist with inventory accuracy initiatives and storeroom organization efforts

Root Cause Analysis & Reliability Improvement

• Lead root cause investigations for equipment failures, utility outages, and recurring operational issues
• Utilize structured RCA methodologies including 5-Whys, Fishbone, FMEA, and Fault Tree Analysis
• Develop corrective actions and long-term reliability improvements
• Track reliability metrics including MTBF, MTTR, and related KPIs
• Partner cross-functionally to implement and validate corrective actions

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable regulatory standards
• Support risk assessments, LOTO procedures, and engineering safety reviews
• Promote safe work practices and reliability-focused culture
• Assist with permit coordination and compliance activities

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred

Experience

• 3–7 years of experience in utilities, maintenance engineering, manufacturing engineering, or plant reliability
• Experience working with CMMS platforms such as SAP, Maximo, eMaint, or Fiix
• Background in manufacturing, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or industrial environments preferred

• Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical utility systems
• Knowledge of reliability engineering principles and RCA methodologies
• Experience with spare parts management, BOM structures, and inventory optimization
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, schematics, and technical drawings
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Power BI, Teams, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong project coordination, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and support large-scale projects
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to support non-standard schedules or weekend work as needed
• Comfortable using computers, tablets, and mobile devices in a field environment