Maintenance Reliability Engineer II

Overview

SNF is a specialty chemical group whose products, water-soluble polymers, contribute to treating, recycling, preserving water, saving energy, and reducing carbon footprint. A pioneer in soft chemistry, SNF has long been present on all continents, employing 9,000 people, including more than 2,700 in the USA. Innovation and movement toward a cleaner, less carbon-intensive world accelerates SNF’s growth.

The Reliability Engineer plays a critical role within the site maintenance department, ensuring full coverage of plant assets through the application of vibration analysis and thermal imaging technologies to support equipment reliability.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and analyze data from rotating equipment to ensure reliability and continued safe operation of plant equipment.
• Utilize predictive maintenance technologies, including vibration analysis, infrared thermography, ultrasound, and NDT testing (such as thickness, hardness, and metal composition).
• Perform vibration monitoring of rotating equipment, including running condition monitoring and specialized diagnostic testing.
• Conduct complex analysis of vibration, ultrasound, and thermal imaging data to assess machine health and reliability.
• Determine corrective actions and recommendations to improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Collect, interpret, and analyze data to support repairs, maintenance activities, and new projects to maximize equipment uptime.
• Perform baseline and acceptance testing of new and rebuilt equipment.
• Develop and maintain vibration databases, trend data, balance records, equipment history, and monthly reports.
• Perform predictive analysis to identify equipment vulnerabilities and potential end-of-life conditions.
• Conduct advanced testing, including resonance, phase, and cross-channel phase analysis.
• Enter and manage work orders in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), clearly defining required corrective actions.
• Follow up on work orders to verify completion and ensure established standards are met using measurable criteria.
• May perform minor repairs or equipment replacement as needed to support maintenance efficiency and uptime.
  
  

Certifications & Technical Requirements

• Vibration Analyst Certification beyond ISO Level II, or ability to obtain within one year of hire.
• Infrared Thermography Certification beyond ISO Level II, or ability to obtain within one year of hire.
  
  

Safety and Compliance

• Comply with all SSHE (Safety, Security, Health & Environmental) policies, procedures, programs, regulations, and company directives.
• Actively participate in identifying and preventing unsafe acts and conditions.
• Maintain awareness of primary SSHE hazards and risks in the work area and the safeguards in place to mitigate them.
  
  

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

• Must possess a degree in Engineering, preferably Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or a related discipline.
• Preferred: 2 years of post-graduate experience.
  
  

Experience

• 3 to 5 years of experience as a maintenance engineer.
  
  

Licenses And Certifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Familiarity with SAP is preferred.
• Familiarity with Emerson 2140 and MHM database systems preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Analytical ability with expertise in maintaining rotating equipment and troubleshooting related issues.
• Knowledge of equipment operation, maintenance, and repair, including reading blueprints, schematic drawings, manuals, and P&IDs.
• Ability to troubleshoot, adjust, install, and repair plant equipment and mechanical systems (including pumps, valves, and process lines).
• Ability to recommend improvements to equipment, piping, or systems to enhance plant safety and performance.
  
  

Professional Skills

• Proven track record of prioritizing safety, quality, production, and environmental compliance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to motivate, prioritize, and organize work in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to identify issues, follow through, and implement effective solutions.
• Strong sense of urgency with willingness to support production operations as needed to maintain efficiency.
• Strong teamwork skills with ability to work collaboratively with shift team members to meet maintenance goals.
  
  

Safety & Physical Requirements

• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, steel-toe shoes, hardhat, gloves, and respirator.
• Must be able to work in extreme heat, humidity, elevated areas, confined spaces, and near heavy machinery.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, and operate a forklift.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and hazardous environments.
  
  

Work Schedule

• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and other scheduled shifts as required by the plant.
• Must be available for emergency call-in when required.
• Work hours as assigned.
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Vacation Days
• Incidental/Sick Days
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Development & Training
  
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.