Reliability Engineer | Allendale, MI

Salary Range: $79,000 - $119,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in reliability engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Allendale seeking experienced Reliability Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Allendale that are seeking Reliability Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with Pivot Group, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for chronic and critical equipment failures.
• Develop, optimize, and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies (e.g., RCM, FMEA, PMO).
• Analyze equipment performance data, downtime, and maintenance history to identify reliability trends and opportunities.
• Establish and monitor key reliability metrics such as MTBF, MTTR, and OEE.
• Drive continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing asset availability and reducing maintenance costs.
• Provide technical expertise and specifications for new equipment selection, installation, and commissioning.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to implement reliability best practices and training.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering.
• 3-7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, focused on maintenance, reliability, or asset management.
• Proficiency in reliability engineering methodologies (RCM, FMEA, RCA, Weibull analysis, statistical process control).
• Experience utilizing CMMS/EAM systems (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo) and predictive maintenance technologies (vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze failure data, identify root causes, and implement sustainable solutions.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• Proficiency in a programming language (e.g., Python, R) for advanced data analytics
• Experience with advanced process control systems (PLC, SCADA, DCS) and their impact on asset reliability
• Level II certification in a specific Predictive Maintenance technology (e.g., Vibration Analysis, Infrared Thermography)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Reliability Engineer, Senior Reliability Engineer, Lead Reliability Engineer, Reliability Specialist, Asset Reliability Engineer, Maintenance Reliability Engineer, Product Reliability Engineer, System Reliability Engineer, Uptime Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer, Reliability Analyst, Industrial Reliability Engineer, Equipment Reliability Engineer, Performance Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.