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Sr. Reliability Engineer
Location:Mountain Pass, CA
Department/Group:Maintenance
Position Type:Full Time
Hourly/Salary:Salary
Regular/Temp:Regular
Exempt/Non-Exempt:Exempt
Reports To:Maintenance Manager
Position Overview:
A rare and exciting opportunity with a mining and chemical processing facility located 50 miles south of Las Vegas, NV. MP Materials owns and operates Mountain Pass, the only integrated Rare Earth mining and processing site in North America. Rare Earths power the modern economy. They are essential components in a wide range of industrial, clean energy and information technology applications. The MP Materials facilities are currently undergoing major and rapid expansion to meet growing global demand.
Position Description:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Reliability Engineer to join our team. As a Senior Reliability Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and availability of our company's assets, including equipment, systems, and processes. You will be responsible for developing and implementing reliability programs, conducting analyses to identify areas for improvement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize asset performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Reliability Engineering, a deep understanding of asset management principles, and a track record of successfully improving reliability and reducing downtime.
Essential Duties:- Develop and implement comprehensive reliability programs and strategies to maximize the performance, availability, and lifespan of company assets. This includes establishing key performance indicators (KPIs), reliability metrics, and proactive maintenance plans.
- Conduct reliability analyses, including failure mode and effect analysis (FMEA), root cause analysis (RCA), and reliability centered maintenance (RCM). Identify critical assets, failure patterns, and opportunities for improvement. Utilize statistical tools and predictive maintenance techniques to assess asset health and predict failure probabilities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including maintenance, operations, and engineering, to optimize asset performance. Identify and implement reliability improvement initiatives, such as equipment modifications, upgrades, and maintenance optimization strategies. Monitor asset performance and analyze data to identify recurring issues and develop solutions.
- Develop and implement effective maintenance strategies, including preventive maintenance (PM), condition-based maintenance (CBM), and predictive maintenance (PdM). Establish maintenance schedules, inspection routines, and maintenance procedures to minimize unplanned downtime and maximize asset reliability.
- Analyze reliability data, maintenance records, and operational metrics to evaluate asset performance and identify trends. Prepare reports and presentations on reliability performance, highlighting areas for improvement and recommending appropriate actions to stakeholders and senior management.
- Identify and assess risks associated with asset reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance. Develop risk mitigation plans and collaborate with relevant teams to implement measures that minimize risks and ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
- Continuously monitor and evaluate reliability programs and practices. Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to Reliability Engineering. Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement initiatives to enhance overall reliability performance.
- Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior Reliability Engineers and other team members. Share best practices, provide technical expertise, and contribute to the professional development of the team.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering. Advanced degree is a plus.
- Extensive experience in Reliability Engineering, asset management, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of Reliability Engineering principles, methodologies, and best practices.
- Proficiency in using reliability analysis tools, statistical software, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to asset reliability, safety, and compliance.
- Demonstrated experience in conducting reliability analyses, such as FMEA, RCA, and RCM.
- Experience in implementing and managing preventive, condition-based, and predictive maintenance programs.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and draw actionable insights.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present findings to stakeholders.
- Project management skills, with the ability to plan, execute, and manage reliability improvement projects.
- Strong leadership abilities and the capacity to drive change and influence stakeholders.
- Professional certifications such as Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) or Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) are desirable.
The expected pay rate is $120,000 to $150,000. The actual pay offered may vary based on multiple factors including, but not limited to experience, knowledge, skills, and/or location.
MP Materials is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer - EEO is The Law
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Underrepresented groups/Women/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the position’s requirements will still be considered qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation.
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Safety Provision
Employees are responsible for following all company, industry and regulatory procedures and laws to ensure a safe work environment by oneself and to the company.
A willingness to promote safety among the workforces. Participate in Process Hazard Analysis procedures and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews.
(PPE) Personal Protective Equipment is required when performing work in a mine, manufacturing, outdoor, or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses safety footwear and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves, and any other protective equipment as required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
Manual dexterity; sense of touch; sense of smell; speaking clearly; hearing-speech range; hearing – all ranges; seeing, reading and comprehensions; seeing – distant/near; depth perception; color vision.
While performing the responsibilities of the Operations Supervisor, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to stand and use their hands and fingers, to oversee or feel and to manipulate laboratory equipment. The employee is occasionally required to walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Employee must pass a full-face respiratory fit test. Employee must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be able to work in PPE level C. These requirements are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and ability required of the Sr. Reliability Engineer.
