Industrial Maintenance & Reliability Engineer
Location: Petersburg, Virginia
Job Type: Direct Hire
Pay: Starting at $85,000/year (higher compensation available based on experience)
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a hands-on Industrial Maintenance & Reliability Engineer who enjoys solving equipment problems, working directly on the production floor, and collaborating with maintenance teams to improve reliability. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong mechanical background who isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves and work alongside technicians.
If you have experience maintaining heavy industrial equipment and enjoy troubleshooting complex mechanical systems, we'd like to hear from you.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (available on your first day)
Prescription Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care)
401(k) with 100% company match up to 6%
Annual Performance Bonus
Paid Parental Leave
Life and Accidental Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Development & Training Programs
Collaborative and growth-focused work environment
What You'll Do
Develop and improve reliability and predictive maintenance programs for critical manufacturing equipment
Analyze equipment failures using Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
Utilize condition monitoring methods such as vibration analysis, thermography, and lubrication analysis
Partner with maintenance and operations teams to optimize preventive maintenance strategies
Identify opportunities to improve equipment uptime, reliability, and maintenance efficiency
Track and report key maintenance and reliability performance metrics
Support major equipment repairs, shutdowns, and capital improvement projects
Work with equipment vendors and contractors to resolve technical issues
Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to maintenance personnel
Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline
At least 3 years of maintenance reliability experience in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment
At least 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience
Strong understanding of predictive and preventive maintenance practices
Experience using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
Working knowledge of reliability methodologies including RCM, RCFA, FMEA, and TPM
Ability to analyze equipment performance data and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems
Familiarity with OSHA and ASTM standards
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
Willingness to work in the field and support technicians with hands-on troubleshooting and repairs
Preferred Qualifications
Reliability certification such as CMRP or CRE
Experience with heavy manufacturing or metal processing equipment
Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or continuous improvement principles
Ideal Candidate
We're looking for an engineer with a strong maintenance background who enjoys working on equipment as much as analyzing it. The right person is practical, mechanically inclined, and comfortable getting onto the plant floor to diagnose issues, support technicians, and drive long-term reliability improvements.
If you're a hands-on problem solver who takes pride in keeping industrial equipment running at its best, we encourage you to apply.
