Reliability Engineer - Kentwood Area

Reliability Engineer | Kentwood, MI

Salary Range: $78,000 - $118,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in reliability engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Kentwood seeking experienced Reliability Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Kentwood that are seeking skilled Reliability Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations for equipment failures and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Develop, optimize, and implement Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) programs.
• Conduct Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) studies.
• Analyze equipment performance data, identify trends, and recommend improvements to enhance asset reliability and availability.
• Provide reliability input for the specification, selection, installation, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Establish and monitor key reliability metrics (e.g., MTBF, MTTR, availability) and report on performance.
• Develop and implement reliability standards, specifications, and best practices across manufacturing operations.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment focusing on reliability engineering.
• Proven expertise in Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM).
• Strong understanding and practical experience with Predictive Maintenance (PdM) technologies (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis).
• Proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and data analysis for maintenance optimization.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Proficiency in Python or R for advanced data analysis and scripting
• Formal certification in advanced Root Cause Analysis facilitation (e.g., TapRooT, Apollo)
• Experience with advanced simulation or modeling software for system optimization

Job Titles That Should Apply

Reliability Engineer, Asset Reliability Engineer, Maintenance Reliability Engineer, Senior Reliability Engineer, Equipment Reliability Engineer, Process Reliability Engineer, Reliability & Maintenance Engineer, RCM Engineer, Predictive Maintenance Engineer, Condition Monitoring Engineer, Root Cause Analysis Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.