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Mechanical Reliability Engineer Jobs in Minnesota

Reliability Engineer

Jackson, MN · On-site

$96K - $122K/yr

Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) preferred; willingness to obtain CRE certification desired ... Familiar in Basics of Mechanics (Vibration, Thermal, Thermo-Mechanical, etc.) and product ...

Reliability Engineer

Jackson, MN · On-site

$96K - $122K/yr

Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) preferred; willingness to obtain CRE certification desired ... Familiar in Basics of Mechanics (Vibration, Thermal, Thermo-Mechanical, etc.) and product ...

Reliability Engineer

Jackson, MN · On-site

$96K - $122K/yr

Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) preferred; willingness to obtain CRE certification desired ... Familiar in Basics of Mechanics (Vibration, Thermal, Thermo-Mechanical, etc.) and product ...

Reliability Engineer

Moundsview, MN · On-site

$103K - $130K/yr

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or another related engineering discipline is strongly preferred. * Certification as a Quality Engineer, Reliability Engineer, or an equivalent ...

Area Reliability Engineer

Cloquet, MN · On-site

$97K - $123K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (required). * 2+ years of experience in reliability or maintenance, preferably in an industrial setting. * Experience with vibration analysis ...

Electrical Reliability Engineer

Cloquet, MN · On-site

$97K - $123K/yr

Electrical Reliability Engineer / Supervisor Join our team as a Reliability Engineer/Supervisor ... High mechanical aptitude with the ability to connect data insights to physical equipment. * Strong ...

Reliability Engineer Co-op

Cloquet, MN · On-site

$97K - $123K/yr

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing or related Engineering field . * Strong interest in equipment reliability, industrial systems, maintenance ...

Reliability Engineer - Vibration

Edina, MN · On-site

$106K - $133K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Reliability Engineering, Maintenance Engineering, or related technical discipline * Minimum 10 years industrial reliability or maintenance experience

B.S Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related field) * 5+ years of experience as a Reliability Engineer, Operations Engineer, or Maintenance Engineer * Computer literate ...

Electrical Reliability Engineer / Supervisor Join our team as a Reliability Engineer/Supervisor ... High mechanical aptitude with the ability to connect data insights to physical equipment. * Strong ...

This position will involveproving reliability and performance ofEntegris products that enable ... Mechanical Engineering or highly related field * 3+years ofexperience in anengineeringor R&D ...

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How much do mechanical reliability engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for mechanical reliability engineer in Minnesota is $102,004.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,700.00 and $115,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a mechanical reliability engineer do?

A Mechanical Reliability Engineer ensures the reliability, efficiency, and longevity of mechanical systems and equipment in industrial settings. They analyze failure data, perform root cause analysis, and develop maintenance strategies to prevent breakdowns. Their role often involves working with predictive maintenance technologies, performing risk assessments, and collaborating with other engineers to improve system performance. By optimizing reliability, they help reduce downtime, maintenance costs, and production disruptions.

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Reliability engineers are in high demand across industries such as manufacturing, energy, and aerospace due to the need to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime. They often require skills in data analysis, failure modes, and maintenance strategies, with job growth driven by a focus on operational efficiency and safety.

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Mechanical Engineer - All Mills

Wallula, WA • On-site


Packaging Corporation of America
Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 152 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

40th of 122 rated packaging manufacturers

People enjoy working here

Good employer

Paid breaks


$86K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers - large and small - package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.
People • Customers • Trust
Mechanical Engineer
We are seeking resumes for a full-time Mechanical Engineer. This application may lead to one of two potential job titles depending on mill need: Mechanical Reliability Engineer or Mechanical Project Engineer. The primary responsibilities for both are detailed below.
Mechanical Reliability Engineer
  • Work safely and support mill safety, environmental, quality, and reliability expectations across assigned mechanical maintenance areas.
  • Provide technical support to maintenance, operations, engineering, and contractors to resolve mechanical equipment and reliability issues.
  • Develop, manage, and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs, equipment tracking, rebuild programs, spare parts planning, and maintenance documentation.
  • Support daily, monthly, and annual outage work through planning, coordination, troubleshooting, training, and contractor management.
  • Use root cause failure analysis, equipment history, maintenance data, and cost information to reduce downtime, improve planning, and increase equipment reliability.
  • Additional duties as assigned by management.

Mechanical Project Engineer
  • Work safely and support mill safety, environmental, quality, and project execution expectations across assigned mechanical projects.
  • Coordinate and manage capital projects for engineering and maintenance departments from scope development through completion.
  • Develop project justifications, cost estimates, engineering designs, equipment and material specifications, schedules, and startup plans.
  • Manage project costs, timelines, consultants, contractors, construction activity, checkout, startup, and internal customer expectations.
  • Collaborate with maintenance, operations, engineering, purchasing, accounting, suppliers, and outside resources to deliver safe, on-time, on-budget projects.
  • Additional duties as assigned by management.

Basic Qualifications:
Required
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology or related field
  • 0-4 years of experience in mechanical engineering
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Must have valid driver's license
  • Experience using Auto Cad, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Project

Preferred
  • Familiarity with instrumentation and controls systems
  • Experience in related fields or co-op/internships in paper industry
  • Students that sign up for interviews during the Career Fairs and On-Campus Interview days at the school listed below will be given first consideration. *

Knowledge-Skills-Abilities
  • Ability to work well under pressure and within time constraints, multi-task, and build sound relationships with both internal and external customers.
  • Ability to exhibit excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and computer skills.
  • Capable of independently making sound decisions through creative problem-solving, ambiguity, and change.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
  • Ability to read and understand technical correspondence, memos, instructions, and reports.
  • Ability to apply skills to continuous process improvement while maintaining maximum levels of safety.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities.
  • Strong planning and follow up skills.
  • Excellent people and process management skills.

* Currently a member of the paper foundation at the following schools: Auburn University, Georgia Tech University, University of Maine, Miami University (Ohio), University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, NC State University, SUNY ESF, University of Washington - Seattle, Western Michigan University, University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point, or currently enrolled at any State University or Technological University in the following states: AL, FL, GA, IL, ID, LA, MI, MN, MS, NC, ND, OH, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI.
Completing this application makes you eligible for consideration at any of PCA's 10 mill locations as follows:
  • Counce, TN
  • Deridder, LA
  • Filer City, MI
  • International Falls, MN
  • Jackson, AL
  • Massillon, OH
  • Riverville, VA
  • Tomahawk, WI
  • Valdosta, GA
  • Wallula, WA

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
  • Starting salary range for position: $86,000-90,000
  • Paid Vacation: Three (3) weeks per calendar year. Pro-rata Vacation during the initial year of hire based upon start date within the calendar year.
  • Paid Holidays.
  • Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision - and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
  • Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions
  • Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA's good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.


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