Senior Corporate Reliability Engineer - Docks

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Corporate Reliability Engineer - Docks

Baltimore, MD or Chalmette, LA

OVERVIEW

The Senior Corporate Reliability Engineer – Docks is responsible for leading both the reliability and

maintenance engineering efforts, as well as driving improvements across a network of

maritime dock operations. This role focuses on improving the reliability, safety, and performance of

critical dockside equipment including cranes, large material handlers, conveyor systems, and bulk

scales. The engineer will lead and support continuous improvement (CI) initiatives, conduct root

cause analyses, and drive capital projects that enhance operational uptime and safety on the

dock.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead reliability engineering efforts for dockside equipment including ship unloaders, gantry

cranes, mobile material handlers, belt and screw conveyors, bucket elevators, and bulk

weighing systems.

• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to improve

equipment uptime and reduce unplanned downtime.

• Conduct root cause failure analyses (RCFA) and lead defect elimination initiatives through

Lean Six Sigma projects.

• Oversee condition-based monitoring programs (e.g., vibration analysis, oil analysis) and

annual inspections for rotating and structural dock equipment.

• Identify, evaluate, and recommend capital projects for equipment upgrades or

replacements to improve safety, reliability, and productivity.

• Collaborate with Dock Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to plan and

execute maintenance shutdowns and equipment overhauls.

• Lead weekly and monthly operations meetings with all sites to understand operating

performance and align on actions necessary to drive results.

• Maintain and update CMMS (SAP) records, equipment hierarchies, and spare parts

inventories.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA maritime safety standards and U.S. Coast Guard

regulations, support safety audits and inspections.

• Support Management of Change (MOC) processes for dock equipment modifications or

new installations.

• Provide technical support for troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and structural issues

on dock equipment.

• Contribute to the development of dock reliability KPIs and dashboards.

WORK EXPERIENCES

• A minimum of 5 years (10 preferred) experience in Dock Reliability Engineering is required.

Experience should include cranes, ship unloaders, large material handlers, belt conveyors,

screw conveyors, bucket elevators, bulk scales, plus mechanical systems such as

hydraulic drives, gearboxes, motors, and structural components.

• Familiarity with predictive maintenance technologies, reliability engineering tools, and

capital project development and execution required.

• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt is significantly preferred.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Marine Engineering or similar Engineering degree from an

accredited college or university.

• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) preferred.

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

• Demonstrated experience and skills with plant maintenance, Agriculture Food handling

best practices, GMP, problem-solving, and continuous improvement techniques.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SAP, and AutoCAD.

LOCATION OF ROLE/TRAVEL

• Baltimore, MD or Chalmette, LA

• Approximately 30-50% travel to ASR North America docks in Crockett,CA; Baltimore, MD;

Chalmette, LA; and Toronto-CAN.

SALARY PAY RANGE:

$93,000 – $172,500 plus bonus

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s qualifications and prior

experience.

Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs) available the first of the

month following 30 days of employment, 401(k) with match, life insurance, AD&D, short-term

disability, vacation, holiday and sick time.