Reliability Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Reliability Engineer

Job Description

The Reliability Engineer will lead the execution of Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), predictive maintenance (PdM), and mechanical integrity to ensure asset availability, uptime, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform asset criticality assessments and activities to prioritize maintenance efforts.
• Verify and evolve master data templates and maintain a detailed asset library with nameplate and engineering data.
• Partner with system owners and the CMMS team to develop, standardize, and optimize maintenance and PdM plans.
• Establish work management, planning, and scheduling processes for preventive, predictive, refurbishment, and shutdown activities.
• Design and implement a comprehensive PdM capability covering vibration analysis, laser alignment, motor testing, infrared thermography, ultrasound, motion amplification, and oil sampling with start-up baselines and ongoing operational monitoring, plus PdM data analysis and motor tagging.
• Develop and execute lubrication and mechanical integrity programs.
• Conduct equipment installation inspections and operational readiness assessments.
• Support refurbishment programs.
• Ensure master data verification and CMMS integrity.
• Provide technical guidance to internal teams to enable sustainable, cost-effective maintenance strategies.
• Follow all safety and environmental requirements in the performance of duties.
• Other accountabilities as assigned.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Clayton, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $75.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Clayton,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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