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The Asset Reliability Engineer supports the reliability, performance, and long‑term health of PROPWR power generation assets. This role applies reliability engineering principles, data analytics, and structured problem‑solving to identify asset risks, reduce unplanned downtime, and improve equipment availability. The Asset Reliability Engineer partners closely with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to monitor asset performance, conduct root cause analyses, and implement corrective and preventive actions. This position plays a key role in executing fleet‑wide reliability programs and ensuring safe, efficient, and consistent operation of power generation equipment.

• Monitor asset performance, health indicators, and reliability KPIs across the fleet.
• Analyze asset performance data, condition monitoring trends, and failure history to identify emerging risks and reliability improvement opportunities.
• Conduct structured root cause analyses (RCA) for equipment failures and reliability events, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions.
• Support development and implementation of predictive and preventive maintenance strategies, including RCM‑based approaches.
• Evaluate failure mechanisms and propose engineering or operational improvements to enhance asset reliability.
• Assist in executing fleet‑wide reliability programs, standards, and reporting frameworks.
• Maintain reliability dashboards, analytics tools, and CMMS‑based data accuracy.
• Support lifecycle optimization initiatives, including component life tracking and reliability‑based capital planning inputs.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects focused on reducing forced outages and optimizing maintenance practices.
• Work closely with Operations and Maintenance teams to troubleshoot equipment issues and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Provide technical support to field personnel, ensuring consistent application of reliability best practices.
• Coordinate with third‑party engineering, inspection, and technical service providers as needed.
• Ensure all reliability recommendations align with internal safety expectations, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Maintain compliance with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies by attending all required HSE training sessions, safety meetings, and always utilize proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Reliability, or related field).
• 3–5+ years of experience in power generation, industrial equipment, or reliability engineering.
• Working knowledge of reliability principles (RCM, FMEA, RCA).
• Experience with CMMS, reliability engineering software, and data analytics tools.
• Experience with gas reciprocating engines, Solar SMT turbine packages, generators, or similar power generation assets, preferred.
• Familiarity with SCADA, plant historian data, or condition‑monitoring systems, preferred.
• Experience conducting RCAs and implementing corrective actions, preferred.
• Exposure to fleet‑level asset management or performance analytics, preferred.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; able to collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

The physical demands described here represent those required for an employee to successfully perform the role’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform their major responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop or bend; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs.

The work environment characteristics described here represent environmental conditions an employee will encounter while performing the role’s essential functions. The noise level in some work environments can be moderate and an employee may encounter extreme weather conditions while performing major duties. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities to perform their major responsibilities.

The information provided in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the role’s classification. This job description is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications required of employees assigned to this role. PROPWR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.