Maintenance Reliability Engineer

Turner Mining Group•Midland, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Turner Staffing Group is seeking a skilled Maintenance Reliability Engineer to support mining operations in the West Texas (WTX) region. This role is responsible for enhancing equipment reliability and maintenance performance by identifying failure trends, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing effective engineering solutions. Working closely with maintenance, operations, and planning teams, the Maintenance Engineer will play a critical role in improving plant uptime, reducing costs, and driving continuous improvement across site operations. This position requires a hands-on approach in a fast-paced, 24/7 mining or processing environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required (Mechanical preferred; other disciplines considered)
5+ years of maintenance and reliability engineering experience in a continuous process or mining environment
Strong background in preventive and predictive maintenance programs
Experience with precision maintenance and reliability-centered maintenance practices
Exposure to project management and capital improvement initiatives
Knowledge of industry-standard engineering practices, codes, and reliability methodologies
Experience with CMMS, reliability databases, and maintenance reporting tools
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective communication (written, verbal, and presentation)
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments
Active mining/processing environment with exposure to: Dust, noise, extreme temperatures, and moving equipment
Regular field presence required
Ability to work flexible hours, including on-call and weekend support as needed
Travel required (approximately twice per month or more)

Nice To Haves

CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional) certification preferred

Responsibilities

Identify, prioritize, and analyze equipment failures, focusing on critical assets
Conduct Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
Develop and implement solutions to improve equipment reliability and performance
Partner with maintenance planners to optimize maintenance strategies, including preventive and predictive maintenance programs
Review and update maintenance procedures, inspection intervals, and servicing requirements
Support maintenance teams with troubleshooting and real-time problem solving
Develop and manage reliability improvement plans, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation
Monitor and track reliability data, ensuring accurate documentation in reliability management systems
Analyze maintenance cost drivers and recommend data-driven cost reduction initiatives
Generate monthly reports highlighting key performance metrics (availability, reliability, utilization, quality)
Provide technical reports on major production loss drivers using Pareto analysis
Develop and implement condition monitoring and equipment performance strategies
Ensure continuous improvement of maintenance processes, procedures, and standards
Lead continuous improvement initiatives related to maintenance and reliability practices
Manage change control processes to ensure procedures and standards align with operational needs
Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, safety, and equipment performance
Assist in determining appropriate spare parts inventory levels (BOMs)
Support and monitor maintenance engineering aspects of contractor (EPCM) activities
Ensure all maintenance and reliability practices meet company, regulatory, and industry standards
Conduct and support audits to verify compliance with procedures and engineering standards
Report performance metrics and compliance findings to site leadership
Support design, planning, and execution of plant modifications and reliability improvement projects
Participate in installation and commissioning of new or upgraded equipment
Review engineering designs and equipment selections to ensure alignment with site reliability goals
Coordinate with OEMs, consultants, and internal stakeholders on reliability-focused improvements
Supervise and coordinate a small team (approx. 3 direct reports)
Provide leadership in training, performance management, and development of maintenance personnel
Operate with a high degree of independence while collaborating with cross-functional teams