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Nexpera LLC

Maintenance & Reliability Engineer

Darrow, LA · On-site

$90K - $114K/yr

POSITION PURPOSE NEXERPA's Maintenance & Reliability Engineer will be responsible for providing maintenance and reliability engineering support, as well as general operations support at the Burnside ...

Sappi

Manager, Maintenance (Reliability)

Skowhegan, ME · On-site

The Reliability Manager will oversee Reliability Engineering, Predictive Maintenance, Precision Maintenance, RCFA, and Paper Machine Roll Shop functions while supporting the development of Operator ...

Sappi

Manager, Maintenance (Reliability)

Skowhegan, ME · On-site

The Reliability Manager will oversee Reliability Engineering, Predictive Maintenance, Precision Maintenance, RCFA, and Paper Machine Roll Shop functions while supporting the development of Operator ...

Transcat, Inc.

Maintenance & Reliability Engineer

Rahway, NJ · On-site

$104K - $131K/yr

We are Searching for- A Maintenance and Reliability Engineer, to serve as a key technical resource supporting clients in optimizing maintenance and reliability programs, driving performance ...

Transcat, Inc.

Maintenance & Reliability Engineer

Rahway, NJ · On-site

$104K - $131K/yr

We are Searching for-- A Maintenance and Reliability Engineer, to serve as a key technical resource supporting clients in optimizing maintenance and reliability programs, driving performance ...

INEOS Belgium

WI · On-site

Maintenance Reliability & Engineering Manager Location: Tyssedal, Norway Join INEOS Tyssedal INEOS Tyssedal is the only European producer of TiO2 slag and high-purity pig iron. Our operation includes ...

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How much do maintenance reliability jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for maintenance reliability in the United States is $31.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $38.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is maintenance reliability?

Maintenance reliability refers to the processes and practices that ensure equipment and machinery perform their intended functions without failure for a specified period. It focuses on minimizing downtime and optimizing maintenance schedules through data analysis, preventive measures, and continuous improvement. Professionals in this field work to identify the root causes of equipment failures and implement strategies to increase asset reliability and operational efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a maintenance reliability engineer?

To thrive as a Maintenance Reliability Engineer, you need a strong background in mechanical or electrical engineering, analytical problem-solving skills, and experience with reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) methodologies. Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), root cause analysis tools, and relevant certifications like Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) are highly valued. Excellent communication, teamwork, and project management skills help you effectively drive improvement initiatives and collaborate across departments. These skills are crucial for minimizing downtime, optimizing asset performance, and ensuring operational efficiency within industrial environments.

What are some common challenges maintenance reliability professionals face when improving equipment uptime?

Maintenance Reliability professionals often encounter challenges such as balancing preventive maintenance with urgent repairs, integrating new technologies into legacy systems, and fostering a culture of proactive problem-solving among team members. They must analyze large volumes of equipment data to identify failure trends and recommend effective solutions, all while coordinating with operations, engineering, and production teams. Successfully navigating these challenges requires strong communication, analytical skills, and adaptability to evolving maintenance strategies and technologies.

What is the difference between Maintenance Reliability vs Maintenance Technician?

AspectMaintenance ReliabilityMaintenance Technician
CertificationsReliability-centered certifications, e.g., RCM, RCATrade certifications, e.g., HVAC, electrical, mechanical
Work EnvironmentFocus on analysis, planning, and improving equipment performanceHands-on repair, troubleshooting, and maintenance tasks
Industry UsageUsed in asset management, reliability engineering, and maintenance planningUsed in daily equipment repair and preventive maintenance

Maintenance Reliability professionals focus on analyzing equipment data, developing maintenance strategies, and improving overall asset performance. Maintenance Technicians perform hands-on repairs and routine maintenance tasks. While both roles support equipment uptime, Maintenance Reliability emphasizes planning and analysis, whereas Maintenance Technicians focus on execution and repair.

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Infographic showing various Maintenance Reliability job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 83% In-person, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,662 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Maintenance & Reliability Manager

Wilmington, MA • On-site

Covestro AG
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$110K - $158K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18,000 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place.
What We Offer
The Maintenance & Reliability Manager is responsible for executing our global asset management strategy and ensuring the optimal performance of our production facilities. Lead a maintenance department comprising 5 professionals, with 2 direct reports. This role is viewed as a "dual" role with the expectation that 70% of the time is spent on reliability improvements and 30% of time is spent to act as Manager of the maintenance team. Responsible for improving and maintaining reliability, operability, and mechanical integrity of plant equipment and site facilities in a cost-efficient manner.
The pay range for this role is $110,998-$158,539 annually. Additionally, it includes annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, 401K with company match, retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, parental leave and medical, dental and vision coverage (no waiting period).
Major Responsibilities
  • Implement and manage maintenance and reliability strategies to support production and business objectives
  • Develop and manage the departmental budget
  • Share technical best practices at the site and within the international Covestro network
  • Continuously improve asset availability in collaboration with internal stakeholders through KPIs and process optimization
  • Resolve complex technical issues using Root Cause Analysis
  • Ensure safety and regulatory compliance
  • Implement standards, systems, and KPIs (asset availability targets) for optimal asset utilization
  • Develop and inspire maintenance and reliability professionals
  • Manage external partners and contractors
  • Foster a culture of safety, ownership, and continuous improvement
  • Site expert for SAP PM and TMM
  • Follow the site's management of change process when implementing improvements
  • Provides technical support to the production and maintenance teams in a 24/7 manufacturing environment
  • Implement Preventative (PM)/ Predictive Maintenance (PdM) techniques/technologies to determine functional status of equipment. Based on PM/PdM findings, make recommendations on changes/modifications to equipment asset policies and stay informed of the latest PM/PdM techniques and tools and recommend applications.
  • Follow up on unexpected failures to determine if inspection/analysis techniques require modification to provide the proper indication of potential future failure.
  • Collaborate with engineering and equipment experts to determine required changes to FMEA/RCM/EMP
  • Has up-to-date knowledge about relevant internal regulations, aligns and communicates on site level to assure compliance with company policies in the field of asset reliability.
  • Identify and provide resource needs and skillsets required to achieve availability targets and goals.
  • Assures uniformity in technical standards and technical operations at the site.
  • Has functional responsibility for people development in the site's reliability/maintenance team.
  • Define and implement the maintenance plan including preventive and predictive maintenance plans, in line with the agreed manufacturing plan, in order to ensure maximum availability of the production facilities on the short and the long term.
  • Manage and monitor the execution of the maintenance plan and take corrective actions in order to achieve the results.
  • Analyze the plant and determine the criticality of installed equipment. For critical equipment, perform Failure Mode & Effect Analysis (FMEA), equipment specific for high critical and generic for medium critical.
  • Identify and prioritize performance killers and cost drivers related to equipment reliability by evaluating the performance of the plant, using statistical methods, RCA (Root Cause Analysis) and FMEA (Failure Mode & Effect Analysis)
  • Propose and initiate solutions to eliminate actual and potential performance killers and discuss with stakeholders (maintenance, production, business, etc.). Ensure handover to appropriate work process.

What You Offer
Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in an Engineering field
  • At least 10 years of experience in manufacturing/production in a maintenance or technical support role

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working in the Chemical industry
  • Experience in reliability improvement is strongly preferred.
  • Experience in using SAP maintenance is strongly preferred.

Knowledge & Skills:
  • A demonstrated record of strong leadership, teamwork skills, change management, strategic thinking, planning and organizing, decision making, and root cause analysis

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