Plant - Reliability Engineer

Are you an experienced engineer who thrives on improving equipment performance and leading high-impact technical projects? Join us at Daubert Chemical Company, a specialty chemical manufacturing plant, as a Reliability Engineer, where our values of fairness, reliability, continuous improvement, and care are the foundation of everything we do. In this role, you’ll lead capital projects, drive equipment reliability through predictive maintenance strategies, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. We're looking for a detail-oriented, hands-on professional with strong project management skills and a proven track record in process or manufacturing operations. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, team-focused environment—we want to hear from you.
What We Offer:

• Starting salary range of $90,000-$120,000
• Bonus opportunity, annual increase reviews, and eligible employee referral program up to $1,500
• BCBS of Illinois Medical & Dental and Vision Service Plan
• 401(k) Savings Plan + generous company match
• Paid time off with 11 annual holidays, vacation and sick time 
• Disability, Family, & Military Leave
• Life Insurance (Whole & Term), Identity Protection and more!

What You Will Do:
We’re seeking a Reliability Engineer with hands-on experience improving plant equipment performance through reliability-centered maintenance and operational best practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in leading maintenance and production teams, implementing CMMS strategies, supporting OSHA Process Safety Management elements, and managing critical spare parts and tooling.

• Design, monitor, and refine an asset maintenance plan that includes value-added preventive maintenance tasks and effective utilization of predictive and other non-destructive testing methodologies designed to identify and isolate inherent reliability problems. 
• Perform breakdown analysis and root cause analysis to drive continuous improvement.
• Participate in the development of criteria for and evaluation of equipment suppliers and technical maintenance service providers.
• Selection of and proper use of technology to comply with quality management system requirements and OSHA PSM regulations where applicable, including Thermography, Vibration Analysis, Ultrasound, and NDT.
• Work with project engineering to ensure the reliability and maintainability of new and modified installations. Participate in the final check-out of new installations. 
• Manage effective performance of vendors and suppliers supporting upkeep of the facility buildings and grounds.
• Support company reputation by complying with federal, state, and local regulations. Follow and enforce safety rules without exception. 
• Track the project's metrics and collect data to demonstrate successful completion of project goals.
• Control costs by tracking and approving expenditures and closely supervising contractor work. Report on adherence to project budget to management and Accounting. Turn in timely and accurate documentation to AP for processing. 

What You Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related engineering education.  Six or more years’ related experience in maintenance and reliability, production management, engineering or operations.  Chemical plant operations preferred.  Previous maintenance reliability role and at least 10 years of experience without a degree will be considered.
• Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop, evaluate, and implement solutions.
• Excellent computer literacy and competency using MS Office, including intermediate/advanced Excel; project management software, equipment maintenance software, etc. 
• Demonstrated excellent project management skills including organizational, time management, leadership, and solid decision-making skills. Capable of managing multiple projects at the same time.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal, analytical and presentation skills. Documentation and reporting skills are essential. 
• Knowledge of applicable codes, policies, standards, and best practices.
• Possess great collaboration skills with ability to work closely with cross-functional team members. 
• High degree of professional integrity and ethics.
• Knowledge of production processes, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other techniques for maximizing effective manufacturing and continuous improvement.