Reliability Engineer | Grand Rapids, MI

Salary Range: $84,000 - $124,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Grand Rapids seeking Reliability Engineers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Grand Rapids region seeking Reliability Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement asset reliability strategies and programs.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for critical equipment failures.
• Perform Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify and mitigate risks.
• Optimize preventative and predictive maintenance (PM/PdM) strategies.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Support capital projects with reliability input for new equipment selection and installation.
• Provide technical expertise and training on reliability principles to maintenance and operations teams.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or a related Engineering field.
• 3-5+ years of experience in reliability engineering or maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in reliability methodologies and tools (e.g., FMEA, RCA, RCM, Weibull analysis).
• Experience implementing and utilizing predictive maintenance (PdM) technologies (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis).
• Strong understanding of CMMS/EAM systems and their application in asset management.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• Experience with advanced data analytics tools (e.g., Python, R, SQL) for predictive modeling
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies (e.g., IoT, AI/ML for predictive maintenance)
• Proven experience in CMMS/EAM system optimization or implementation

Job Titles That Should Apply

Reliability Engineer, Senior Reliability Engineer, Lead Reliability Engineer, Asset Reliability Engineer, Maintenance Reliability Engineer, Product Reliability Engineer, System Reliability Engineer, Reliability Specialist, Reliability Analyst, Failure Analysis Engineer, Asset Management Engineer, Quality Engineer, Predictive Maintenance Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

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. The Pivot Group 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.