Job Description Summary
The Sr. Mechanical Reliability Engineer plays a key role in implementing Reliability strategy at the Huntsville Site. This role reports to the Site Facilities Engineering Manager in a new PSM-covered plant and will facilitate RCM studies to develop and implement asset strategies to increase equipment availability and drive OEE improvement. The Sr. Mechanical Reliability Engineer will support production, maintenance, and capital projects while acting as a mentor and subject matter expert for Reliability processes. Practical knowledge of reliability processes (RCFA, FMEA, LCCA) and predictive technologies (ultrasound, vibration analysis, thermography).
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Reliability Strategy & RCM Deployment
- Lead sustainableRCM implementationacross the site and own the deployment of reliability strategies to meet or exceed compliance and regulatory requirements
- Define and maintainasset strategiesand reliability standards that align with plant performance goals
Predictive & Preventive Maintenance
- Evaluate and applypredictive maintenance (PdM) technologies(e.g., vibration, ultrasound, thermography) to monitor asset health
- Analyze equipment performance usingPareto methodsto prioritize work activities and resource allocation
- Develop and refinepreventive maintenance (PM) work proceduresto be executed by maintenance technicians
Reliability Support for Plant Changes & Projects
- SupportManagement of Change (MOC)activities from a reliability perspective, ensuring long-term asset performance and risk mitigation
- Partner withCapital Project Engineeringto define specifications andreliability/maintainability standardsfor new and modified equipment
Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving
- Lead and/or participate inRoot Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)andFailure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)teams
- Providetroubleshooting supportand technical assistance for unusual, chronic, or high-impact equipment problems
- Work with Reliability Specialists and Maintenance Technicians to address deviations in equipment performance and implement corrective actions
Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement
- Collect and analyzereliability data, maintenance costs, and failure historiesto identify trends, bad actors, and improvement opportunities
- Use insights from data to drivecontinuous improvement initiatives, cost reductions, and increased equipment uptime
Coaching, Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
- Activelycoach and mentorothers to build reliability knowledge, facilitate learning, and prevent repeat failures
- Effectively communicate withOperations, Maintenance, and Engineeringon reliability strategies, plant performance measures, and asset objectives
- Influence cross-functional teams without direct authority to drive adherence to reliability best practices
Required Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering or a related technical field (or a high school diploma/GED with aminimum of 4 years of reliability experiencein a chemical manufacturing site)
Experience
- Overallminimum of 5 years of reliability experiencein a chemical manufacturing site
Desired Characteristics
Technical & Reliability Expertise
- Practical knowledge ofreliability processessuch as RCFA, FMEA, and Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA)
- Hands-on experience withpredictive technologiesincluding ultrasound, vibration analysis, and thermography
- Experience withCMMS systemsand maintenance work management processes
- CMRP or CRL certificationstrongly preferred
Experience & Industry Background
- 10–15 years of reliability experiencein a chemical manufacturing environment is highly desired
- Familiarity withhighly regulated, process-intensive operations
Behavioral & Leadership Traits
- Humble: respectful, receptive to feedback, agile, and eager to learn
- Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, and contributes constructively
- Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, and is committed to achieving results
- Leadership through influence: strong communicator, effective decision-maker, collaborative across functions
- Problem solver: analytical, challenges existing processes, and applies critical thinking to complex issues
Work Style & Flexibility
- Ability and willingness towork off-shift, as required
- Ability toassume additional responsibilitiesand adapt to changing plant priorities
GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
Additional Information
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
