Reliability Engineer - MI

Reliability Engineer – Mechanical Integrity

The Reliability Engineer – Mechanical Integrity is responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant, and reliable operation of rotating equipment and pressure-retaining assets. This role develops and analyzes maintenance and MI datasets, identifies key bad actors, and leads reliability action plans to eliminate losses. The engineer owns MI improvement initiatives, supports RCFA activities, and drives alignment between Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading MI improvement and risk-reduction projects to prevent repeat failures
• Conducting equipment and MI data analysis (Pareto, trends, failure modes)
• Leading root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and tracking action plan completion
• Developing and maintaining Reliability Action Plans (RAP) for key bad actors
• Supporting the implementation of asset management tools (CMMS, RBI, RCM)
• Ensuring proper use of maintenance data to drive strategic decisions
• Partnering with Operations and Maintenance to meet AOP reliability targets
• Maintaining compliance with applicable codes and standards (API 510/570)

Required:

• +5 years of experience in Reliability Engineering
• Very knowledgeable with API 510 and API 570 codes
• Experience with zero-loss concepts, TPM, or continuous improvement

Preferred:

• 7+ years focused Reliability Engineering experience
• Experience with RCM, RBI, or MI program development
• Rotating equipment troubleshooting and failure analysis
• Strong understanding of mechanical integrity programs and inspection technologies
• Working knowledge of CMMS platforms (SAP)
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams
• Strong data analytics capability
• Understanding of risk-based approaches (RBI/RCM)
• Excellent communication skills (written reports, technical presentations)