MAINTENANCE & RELIABILITY ENGINEER, ASHTABULA, OH, USA – #5787

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently looking to hire a MAINTENANCE & RELIABILITY ENGINEER for our client in Ashtabula, OH.

Global Chemical Manufacturer | Greater Cleveland Area

A leading global chemical manufacturer is seeking a Maintenance & Reliability Engineer to help drive equipment reliability, plant efficiency, and operational excellence at a major production facility near Cleveland.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving complex equipment problems, analyzing reliability data, and implementing improvements that make a real impact on plant performance. You’ll work cross-functionally with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to strengthen the plant’s reliability strategy and ensure critical equipment performs safely and consistently.

What You’ll Do:

As a key member of the site reliability team, you will help ensure the long-term performance of critical plant equipment by:

• Providing technical guidance and engineering support to maintenance and operations teams
• Analyzing equipment performance data to identify bad actors and reliability improvement opportunities
• Leading Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations and implementing long-term corrective actions
• Developing and managing preventive maintenance (PM) strategies and mechanical integrity programs
• Facilitating reliability review meetings and promoting best practices across the site
• Tracking reliability metrics such as Mean Time Between Repair (MTBR) and driving continuous improvement
• Supporting key Process Safety Management (PSM) elements including:
  • Process Hazard Analysis (PHA)
  • Incident Investigations
  • Management of Change (MOC)
• Ensuring compliance with ISO 9000 standards and the company’s safety and reliability programs
• Overseeing equipment inspections and maintenance planning to ensure schedule compliance
• Coordinating with contractors, vendors, and internal teams to maintain operational continuity
• Managing small capital projects up to $150K while supporting cost optimization initiatives

What We’re Looking For:

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Experience

• Approximately 5–10+ years of experience in a chemical, petrochemical, or industrial manufacturing environment

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of rotating and process equipment, including:
  • Pumps
  • Compressors
  • Heat exchangers
  • Pressure vessels
  • Piping systems
  • Relief valves
• Experience implementing reliability methodologies and mechanical integrity programs
• Ability to analyze equipment data, diagnose issues, and implement practical solutions
• Familiarity with SAP or other maintenance management systems preferred

Professional Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset
• Effective communicator able to work across maintenance, engineering, and operations
• Leadership ability to drive reliability improvements and best practices

Why this is a great opportunity!

You’ll be joining a top-tier global chemical company known for its strong safety culture, collaborative environment, and long-term investment in employees.

What’s offered:

Competitive Salary and 20% Annual Bonus Opportunity

Relocation Assistance

Exceptional Retirement Plan: Up to 9% company contribution

(6% match + 3% additional company contribution)

Strong work/life balance

Opportunities for career growth and technical development

Stable, well-invested manufacturing operation

Ready to discuss? Connect today to learn more!

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply today in confidence by sending your resume as a MS Document to info@indemand.ca.

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