Senior Reliability Engineer - Utilities

Reckitt • Evansville, IN

3d • $95,000 - $143,000

About The Position

As Senior Utility Reliability Engineer, you will oversee the reliability of the plant’s critical utility systems, including steam, compressed air, chilled water, power distribution, and other essential services. The role focuses on reducing unplanned downtime, extending equipment life, and improving energy efficiency so manufacturing teams can deliver reliably. You will develop reliability strategies and maintenance programs, analyze equipment performance, coordinate improvement projects, manage critical spares and utility repair and maintenance budgets, ensure compliance, and mentor technicians.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• At least 7 years of experience in reliability engineering, preferably in manufacturing or heavy industry.
• Strong knowledge of utility systems such as steam generation, compressed air, chilled water, and power distribution.
• Proficiency with reliability tools and methodologies, including RCFA and FMEA.
• Experience with CMMS, including SAP PM, and data analysis tools.
• Demonstrated success in reducing downtime and improving asset performance.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead reliability strategies for plant utility systems, including boilers, chillers, compressors, HVAC, and electrical distribution.
• Develop and implement predictive and preventive maintenance programs using tools such as vibration analysis, thermography, and oil analysis.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to design and execute reliability improvement projects.
• Manage the critical spares strategy and ensure availability for high-impact utility assets.
• Drive compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards for utility systems.
• Manage the utility R&M budget, including utility invoice tracking.
• Mentor technicians and foster a culture of reliability and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and company-recognized holidays.
• 401(k) plan.
• 16-week paid parental leave, or 26 weeks for the birthing parent.
• Adoption and fertility support.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health.
• Global share plans.
• Annual discretionary bonus eligibility.
• Short-term incentives for eligible roles.

What This Job Offers

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