Jr. Reliability Engineer

Titan America • Troutville, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Roanoke Cement Company, a Titan America business, is seeking a motivated and analytical Jr. Reliability Engineer to support asset reliability and maintenance optimization efforts at our Troutville, VA plant.
This role focuses on identifying and mitigating reliability risks that could adversely impact plant safety, production, quality, cost, and compliance. The Jr. Reliability Engineer will partner closely with Maintenance, Production, and Engineering to improve equipment performance, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement through data-driven decision-making.
This position is ideal for an early-career engineer seeking hands-on experience in heavy industrial manufacturing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline required.
• 0–3 years of engineering experience in cement, aggregates, mining, heavy manufacturing, or industrial maintenance preferred.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis methodologies.
• Working knowledge of maintenance planning principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret technical data and present findings clearly.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization ability.
• Demonstrated initiative and continuous improvement mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Internship or co-op experience in an industrial setting strongly preferred.
• Exposure to vibration analysis or predictive maintenance technologies preferred.
• Experience with MS Project preferred.
• Familiarity with industrial control systems (ECS, Expert/Fuzzy systems) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and analyzing asset reliability risks impacting plant operations.
• Support root cause failure analysis (RCFA) investigations and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Develop and track reliability KPIs including MTBF, MTTR, OEE, and asset utilization.
• Contribute to risk mitigation strategies that improve operational stability.
• Support development and refinement of preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Utilize vibration monitoring, condition-based monitoring, and other non-destructive testing methods to identify equipment issues.
• Assist in evaluating repair vs. replace decisions using value analysis methodologies.
• Help design solutions for repetitive equipment failures.
• Collaborate with Project Engineering to ensure reliability and maintainability of new or modified installations.
• Participate in equipment commissioning, vendor testing, and site acceptance testing.
• Support development of installation specifications and commissioning plans.
• Analyze equipment and process performance data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Apply LEAN principles to improve reliability processes and reduce waste.
• Support lifecycle asset management initiatives.
• Provide technical support to maintenance and production teams.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: We believe in recognizing and rewarding your contributions.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We care about your health and well-being. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Supportive Culture: Our inclusive and collaborative culture fosters teamwork and creativity. We value diversity and provide a platform for all voices to be heard.
• Community Engagement: We believe in giving back. You will have opportunities to participate in volunteer programs and community outreach initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level