Reliability Engineer | Plainwell, MI

Salary Range: $77,000 - $117,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in reliability engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Plainwell seeking experienced Reliability Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Plainwell that are seeking Reliability Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement predictive and preventative maintenance strategies.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and recurring issues.
• Optimize maintenance procedures and recommend design improvements for reliability.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and potential failure modes.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to improve asset uptime and reduce costs.
• Manage and track key reliability metrics (e.g., MTBF, MTTR, OEE).

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or similar)
• 3+ years experience in a manufacturing environment, focusing on reliability engineering principles
• Proficient in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies and tools (e.g., FMEA, 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams)
• Demonstrated experience with predictive maintenance technologies (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis)
• Strong understanding of asset management principles and lifecycle cost analysis
• Familiarity with CMMS/EAM systems and their application in maintenance and reliability workflows

Bonus Qualifications

• Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) certification.
• Experience with predictive maintenance technologies (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis).
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP, R).
• Familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies and tools.
• Experience with specific CMMS/EAM systems (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo, Infor EAM).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Reliability Engineer, Senior Reliability Engineer, Staff Reliability Engineer, Principal Reliability Engineer, Reliability Engineering Manager, Reliability Specialist, Reliability Analyst, Asset Reliability Engineer, Maintenance Reliability Engineer, Product Reliability Engineer, Test Reliability Engineer, Reliability Test Engineer, System Reliability Engineer, Reliability and Maintainability Engineer, R&M Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer, SRE, Durability Engineer, Failure Analysis Engineer, FMEA Engineer, RAM Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.