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Plant Reliability Engineer

Channel Personnel Services
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/30/2026
  • Work as a Reliability Engineer managing production equipment at chemical facilities in the Midwest Region
  • Work closely with reliability and operations teams to identify and resolve long-term asset concerns and reliability threats
  • Analyze data from multiple sources to recommend and justify lifecycle cost and reliability improvement activities
  • Lead Root Cause Analysis processes for major failures to prevent recurrence
  • And you will assist in engineering, design, specification, and execution of projects to optimize reliability and operability
  • Review and update Standard Maintenance Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures
  • Develop and support Reliability Assessments for facilities and equipment
  • Utilize continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma to enhance reliability
  • Lead reliability programs and initiatives to improve asset performance
  • Assist with critical spare parts identification and Bill of Materials creation for key assets
  • Balance office and field work with a strong sense of urgency and integrity
  • Thrive in a team that values diversity and inclusion, bringing your unique perspective to collaborative problem-solving

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering and minimum five years of experience in maintenance or reliability engineering within an industrial manufacturing environment
  • Further you have proven expertise in maintenance and engineering of mechanical equipment such as compressors, heat exchangers, pumps, chillers, cooling towers, piping, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
  • Ability to interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams and machinery drawings
  • Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance methodologies and technologies
  • You have experience in engineering, specification, and design of mechanical systems and projects
  • Strong communication, presentation, and team collaboration skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead or participate effectively in cross-functional teams
  • Self-starter with excellent multitasking and organizational skills, achieving results with minimal supervision
  • Proficiency in standard computer software including Microsoft Office and email
  • Preferred knowledge of regulatory and industrial standards and codes is required in this role
  • Familiarity with machinery installation, commissioning, and process optimization
  • Certification or status as Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional or Certified Reliability Engineer is advantageous
  • You have experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and understanding of reliability strategies such as Reliability Centered Maintenance, Total Productive Maintenance, Failure
  • Mode and Effects Analysis, Spare Parts Management, Planning and Scheduling, and CMMS optimization
  • Commitment to uphold safety, integrity, and respect in a diverse and inclusive workplace environment
  • Travel domestically approximately 20-25% of the time and be accessible during off-hours as needed


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