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Reliability Engineer

Roche
Pleasanton, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026
At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

As a Reliability Engineer, you are optimizing site infrastructure and utility systems (HVAC, RO/DI, gases, etc.) through trend analysis and data-driven strategies to maximize reliability, efficiency, and resource utilization. You drive operational excellence by conducting Root Cause Analyses (RCA) to resolve recurring issues, improve maintenance plans, and minimize equipment downtime and process bottlenecks.

The Opportunity

In this role, you may be required to work nights or weekends on occasion (project/activity specific) and provide after-hours support. In this role, you are

  • Optimizing site facility infrastructure and control systems, including utilities, HVAC, and RO/DI, by analyzing system trends to increase capacity and resource efficiency
  • Eliminating operational losses and equipment bottlenecks by conducting root cause analyses using 5-Whys and Fishbone methodologies to implement permanent technical solutions
  • Advancing equipment reliability and asset lifespans by developing predictive maintenance plans and investigating downtime patterns to minimize unscheduled disruptions
  • Driving data-driven process improvements and reporting to align facility performance with site planning strategies and stakeholder requirements
  • Managing vendor relationships and contract lifecycles to ensure high service standards, cost control, and the mitigation of safety and operational risks
  • Executing energy conservation projects and sustainability initiatives by auditing consumption data to meet corporate environmental goals
  • Directing site asset management and Facility Condition Assessments (LCAM) while providing technical training and SOP development for operations and maintenance staff

Who You Are

  • You hold a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field (required)
  • 2 years in maintenance, plant engineering and/or facilities management
  • An equivalent combination of education and work experience is accepted

Behaviors, competencies, and qualities of the ideal applicant

  • Knowledge of HVAC, utilities, electrical and energy management systems
  • Working knowledge of building automation / process control systems preferred
  • Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong computer skills, strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, SAP, Google Workspace
  • Diagnostics, Medical Device, Pharmaceutical industry and/or high-tech industry knowledge preferred

Relocation benefits are not offered for this position.

The expected salary range for this position, based on the primary location of California, is 76,900.00 - 142,700.00. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits
Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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