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Reliability Engineer Jobs in Louisiana (NOW HIRING)

Reliability Specialist

Waggaman, LA ยท On-site

$93K - $118K/yr

Our quality engineering, sustainable solutions and safety record inspire everything we do. Our ... Position Summary The Reliability Specialist is responsible for improving equipment reliability ...

Electrical Reliability Specialist

Lake Charles, LA ยท On-site

$94K - $118K/yr

Executes the electrical regulatory compliance and reliability improvement processes for assigned operating units and equipment. * Works closely with the unit, maintenance, process managers ...

Reliability Coordinator

Lena, LA

$52 - $69.25/hr

Lead on site growth of reliability concepts and will utilize the Boise Improvement Cycle. * Interface with external consultants and contractors engaged in reliability initiatives, track and report ...

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How much do reliability engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for reliability engineer in Louisiana is $100,881.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,600.00 and $110,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges reliability engineers face when implementing preventive maintenance strategies?

Reliability Engineers often encounter challenges such as balancing preventive maintenance schedules with production demands, ensuring buy-in from operations teams, and accurately predicting equipment failures. They must analyze large sets of historical data to identify trends and root causes, which can be complex in facilities with diverse machinery. Collaboration with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams is essential to develop effective strategies that minimize downtime while optimizing resources.

How much do reliability engineers get paid?

Reliability engineers typically earn a median annual salary ranging from $70,000 to $110,000, depending on experience, location, and industry. Senior or specialized reliability engineers with certifications and advanced skills can earn higher salaries, often exceeding $120,000 annually.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a reliability engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Reliability Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering principles, failure analysis, and reliability modeling, typically with a degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as FMEA, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) software, and certifications like Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) are highly valued. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills ensure systems are dependable, downtime is minimized, and organizational performance and safety are optimized.

What is the difference between Reliability Engineer vs Maintenance Engineer?

AspectReliability EngineerMaintenance Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires engineering degree, certifications in reliability or asset managementOften requires engineering or technical diploma, certifications in maintenance or equipment repair
Work EnvironmentFocuses on analysis, design, and improvement of systems for reliabilityHands-on maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of equipment
Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing, energy, aerospace, and industrial sectorsPrevalent in manufacturing, facilities, and industrial plants

Reliability Engineers focus on designing and improving systems to prevent failures, using data analysis and modeling. Maintenance Engineers perform hands-on repairs and upkeep of equipment to ensure operational continuity. While both roles aim to optimize equipment performance, Reliability Engineers work proactively on system reliability, whereas Maintenance Engineers handle reactive and scheduled maintenance tasks.

What does a reliability engineer do?

As a reliability engineer, your duties are to test and evaluate the manufacturing of products and components and ensure that the procedures are efficient and do not lead to abnormally high maintenance or operational costs. Your other responsibilities are to find solutions to product reliability risks. You may manage risk in a supply chain, develop loss prevention strategies, and track the entire lifecycle of product development, from building prototypes to moving a product into full-scale production. You analyze information from department heads and recommend strategies to reduce risk and ensure that the product works reliably.

What is a reliability engineer?

Reliability Engineers are professionals responsible for ensuring that systems, equipment, or processes function consistently and efficiently over time. They analyze data, identify potential points of failure, and develop maintenance strategies to improve system reliability and minimize downtime. Their work spans various industries, including manufacturing, energy, and technology, and often involves collaborating with design, operations, and maintenance teams. By implementing reliability-centered maintenance and predictive analysis, they help organizations save costs and increase safety.
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Infographic showing various Reliability Engineer job openings in Louisiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,881 per year, or $48.5 per hour.

Reliability Engineer, Chemical Manufacturing - Franklin, LA Onsite

Cabot Corporation

Franklin, LA โ€ข On-site

$82K - $104K/yr

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago


Job description

Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) is a leading global specialty chemicals and performance materials company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
Our businesses deliver a broad range of products and solutions to customers in every corner of the globe, serving the transportation, infrastructure, environment and consumer industry sectors. We bring the power of innovative chemistry to solve customers' challenges today while preparing them to meet tomorrow's needs. Our commitment to innovation is driven by a passion to advance our customers' businesses through our deep understanding of their applications and the global trends that impact their operations.
If you do not meet every requirement, or your experience is slightly different that what we have listed, we still encourage you to apply!

Your Role at Cabot:

Cabot Corporation is seeking a Reliability Engineer to join the team at the Franklin, LA location.
The Reliability Engineer is responsible for driving improvements in equipment reliability, availability, and performance to support safe and efficient plant operations. This role focuses on failure prevention, root cause analysis, and optimization of maintenance strategies to maximize asset life in a carbon black manufacturing environment.


This role is based fully onsite at the Franklin, LA location.
How You'll Make an Impact:

  • Identify, recommend, and implement improvements to optimize plant performance, including volume, yield, quality, and equipment reliability

  • Lead Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and ensure corrective actions are implemented to eliminate repeat failure

  • Provides advice and support to resolve problems. Uses statistical techniques to improve process capability; uses failure analysis methodology to investigate, find root causes, recommend and implement equipment modifications and upgrades and/or implement process improvements.

  • Analyze equipment performance data and failure trends to drive continuous improvement

  • Provide support of site mechanical integrity program by investigating equipment problems and eliminating recurrence of failures that will improve plant performance and reliability. Reviews preventive maintenance plans to ensure optimum scheduling. Implements Predictive Maintenance Programs to monitor the condition of the plant and equipment to maximize plant safety and reliability and reduce downtime.

  • Assists in the design, procurement and installation of new equipment. May develop plant-wide Standard Operating Procedures for process and equipment operation. Supports and implement new product and process runs and prepare relevant documentation.

  • Work with site Capital project managers and Finance department to create assets in the maintenance management system and provide guidance on asset setup, disposal. Assign PM's, spare parts, etc in the maintenance management system during the project handover process.

  • Conducts "end-of-life" assessments making recommendations for equipment repairs and replacements. Assists with equipment repairs of stationary and rotating equipment by working with original equipment manufacturers, after-market suppliers, and outside repair shops.

  • Support Process Safety Management (PSM), including MOC, PHA participation, and incident investigations

  • Monitors maintenance projects and progress, external contractors in accordance with all site regulations and standards.

  • Supports efforts to implement and maintain the Responsible Care Management System in line with the requirements of the RC14001 technical specification, as applicable to the site/region.

What You'll Bring to Cabot:

  • Bachelor/University degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline

  • Minimum 4+ years' experience as reliability or maintenance engineer

  • Industry experience: Chemical Manufacturing, oil & gas refining, pipeline maintenance, or another petrochemical environment

  • Certifications in vibration monitoring and/or CMRP (Certified maintenance reliability professional) preferred

  • Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, rotating and stationary equipment, and industrial maintenance practices (rotating equipment experience is required)

  • Experience with reliability tools and methodologies (e.g., RCFA, FMEA, condition monitoring, PdM technologies)

  • Working knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) and industrial safety practices (LOTO, confined space, hot work)

  • Strong analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset

  • Effective communication and ability to collaborate across operations, maintenance, and engineering

  • Knowledge of PSM and industrial safety standards

How We'll Support Your Success:

  • Dynamic, Flexible, Hard Working, Team Environment - We are busy, collaborative, growing, and we are doing really meaningful work.

  • Growth-Training, great peer coaching and support, and the ability to personally grow your influence, your position, and your compensation.

  • Meaningful Work that is Valued- Customers are demanding sustainable solutions without compromising quality or performance. The work we do is visible, and is helping to create a more abundant, affordable, and cleaner future. It is an awesome feeling to know you're making a living by making a positive impact in the world; and to be able to say, "I was a part of that."

  • Benefits, Vacation, Etc. - We offer a competitive package of benefits. Benefits begin on first day of employment. Cabot Benefits

  • Feedback- We are committed to giving and receiving feedback in a direct and open fashion.

  • Support- You are part of a team and deserve to feel encouraged and supported. We have a global team of engineers that are willing to help. You will be part of a team that cares about you personally and professionally. Our success depends on your success.

#LI-ONSITE

At Cabot, we bring the power of innovative chemistry and a spirit of partnership with our customers to advance solutions that will enable a sustainable future. Our strength in research and development is a major reason why we have been an industry leader for more than 135 years in products such as reinforcing and specialty carbons, battery materials, aerogel, fumed metal oxides, inkjet colorants, masterbatches and conductive compounds.
Our employees around the world are united by our shared purpose: Creating materials that improve daily life and enable a more sustainable future. Through our corporate strategy, "Creating for Tomorrow," we are focused on our core strengths to lead in performance and sustainability - today and into the future.

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled/RC14001
Realizing we function better together than individually, Cabot Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and to empower employees to achieve exceptional results, without consideration of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for employees' and applicants' disabilities or religious beliefs and practices, in accordance with applicable law.

Cabot is committed to supporting and maintaining a safe and environmentally focused working environment. All employees are expected to uphold this commitment in every position.


Nondiscrimination Policy with Respect to Discussion of Pay
This is to advise that it is the policy of Cabot Corporation not to discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. This policy, however, shall not apply to instances in which an employee who has access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of that employee's essential job functions (such as in payroll or HR) discloses the compensation of such other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to such information, unless that disclosure is in response to a formal complaint or charge, in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing or other action, including an investigation conducted by Cabot, or otherwise as required by law.


Pre-Employment Drug Testing and Background Checks
Cabot is proud to operate as a drug-free workplace. All applicants conditionally offered a position must (a) complete and pass a background check and (b) complete a drug test and receive an acceptable test result. For certain manufacturing, quality and production positions, a pre-employment physical may be required.