Reliability Engineering Co-Op

MLC • Sainte Genevieve, MO

12d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Reliability Engineering Co-Op, you'll gain real-world experience while contributing to initiatives that improve equipment reliability, plant performance, and operational efficiency. Students will have opportunities to develop skills in equipment reliability and asset management, predictive and preventive maintenance technologies, reliability data analysis and reporting, root cause analysis and problem solving, continuous improvement and maintenance optimization, equipment performance monitoring and troubleshooting, vibration analysis, thermography, and condition monitoring technologies, and cross-functional teamwork, professional presentation, and communication skills in a heavy industrial environment. The Reliability Engineering Co-Op supports Reliability, Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering teams by helping improve equipment reliability, uptime, and plant performance through data analysis, equipment inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Sophomore standing or higher pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Reliability Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• Minimum 2.75 GPA
• Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing, mining, and chemical processing environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and following all safety and environmental requirements

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or project experience in Reliability Engineering, Mechanical Systems, Electrical Systems, Asset Management, Predictive Maintenance, or Statistical Analysis
• Experience working with equipment, maintenance, manufacturing, or industrial operations data
• Familiarity with vibration analysis, oil analysis, thermography, or other condition monitoring techniques
• Interest in manufacturing, mining, heavy industry, or maintenance and reliability engineering
• Experience using data analysis tools to identify trends and support decision making
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Assist with equipment inspections and condition monitoring activities, including vibration analysis, oil analysis, thermography, and other predictive maintenance technologies
• Collect, organize, and analyze equipment performance, maintenance, and downtime data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Support troubleshooting efforts, root cause analyses, and corrective action development to improve equipment reliability
• Maintain reliability databases, equipment records, and maintenance performance metrics to ensure accurate reporting and data integrity
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to support reliability projects and plant objectives
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on increasing equipment uptime, reducing maintenance costs, and improving operational reliability
• Assist with safety and environmental initiatives that protect employees, equipment, and the environment
• Develop reports, recommendations, and presentations for engineering and plant leadership

Benefits

• Excellent compensation
• Benefits
• Generous perks
• Focused on employee wellbeing

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern