Senior Reliability Engineer
About the Company
An established, privately held organization with over a century of history, specializing in the production of plant-based industrial and food ingredients derived from renewable resources. With operations across multiple countries, we combine deep technical expertise and operational excellence to deliver high-quality, safe products.
Our culture emphasizes continuous improvement, safety, integrity, and sustainable growth. We are investing in our facilities and workforce to expand our capabilities and strengthen our position in both industrial and food markets.
Position Overview
The Senior Reliability Engineer plays a critical role in enhancing equipment performance, process reliability, and overall operational effectiveness. This position offers exposure to diverse technologies, capital projects, and cross-functional collaboration, with opportunities to significantly impact both plant operations and long-term reliability strategy.
The role also supports career growth through structured development pathways and mentorship within a collaborative engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support capital projects of varying sizes by integrating reliability and maintainability into design and implementation
- Develop in-depth knowledge of site processes and equipment systems
- Lead and contribute to root cause analyses (RCAs), serving as a subject matter expert when needed
- Drive plant-wide reliability initiatives to improve long-term performance and stability
- Monitor and improve maintenance performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Focus on maximizing equipment uptime and ensuring proper installation practices
- Provide technical guidance and regulatory interpretation for engineering projects
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety and engineering standards (e.g., OSHA, pressure systems, fire protection, process safety management)
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Working knowledge of process operations and safety management systems
- Experience in chemical or process industries is beneficial but not required
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary with bonus eligibility
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options
- Retirement savings plan with company contributions
- Disability and life insurance coverage
- Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
- Professional development and learning opportunities
- Employee resource groups and inclusive workplace initiatives
Work Environment & Culture
Committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered to grow their careers and contribute meaningfully. Value diverse perspectives, encourage innovation, and promote accountability and autonomy in every role.
FAQs
Congratulations, we understand that taking the time to apply is a big step. When you apply, your details go directly to the consultant who is sourcing talent. Due to demand, we may not get back to all applicants that have applied. However, we always keep your resume and details on file so when we see similar roles or see skillsets that drive growth in organizations, we will always reach out to discuss opportunities.
Yes. Even if this role isn’t a perfect match, applying allows us to understand your expertise and ambitions, ensuring you're on our radar for the right opportunity when it arises.
We also work in several ways, firstly we advertise our roles available on our site, however, often due to confidentiality we may not post all. We also work with clients who are more focused on skills and understanding what is required to future-proof their business.
That's why we recommend registering your CV so you can be considered for roles that have yet to be created.
Yes, we help with CV and interview preparation. From customised support on how to optimise your resume to interview preparation and compensation negotiations, we advocate for you throughout your next career move.