Reliability Engineer | Spring Lake, MI

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

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in reliability engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Spring Lake seeking Reliability Engineers to lead and enhance their operations.

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 collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Spring Lake 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 predictive maintenance strategies.
• Analyze equipment failures and develop root cause analysis (RCA) solutions.
• Optimize maintenance procedures and schedules to improve asset uptime.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to integrate reliability into new designs.
• Track and report on key reliability metrics, such as MTBF and OEE.
• Implement and manage computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) data.
• Provide technical expertise and training on reliability best practices.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in reliability engineering, maintenance, or a related role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of reliability principles, tools, and methodologies (e.g., RCM, FMEA, RCA, Weibull analysis).
• Proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and data analysis software.
• Experience with predictive maintenance technologies (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis).

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Python or other scripting languages for data analysis and automation.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) or similar certification.
• Knowledge of Condition-Based Monitoring (CbM) technologies (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis).
• Experience with Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) or Root Cause Analysis (RCA) facilitation.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Reliability Engineer, Reliability Specialist, Asset Reliability Engineer, Maintenance Reliability Engineer, Senior Reliability Engineer, Principal Reliability Engineer, Reliability & Maintainability Engineer, RCM Engineer, FMEA Engineer, Reliability Excellence 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.