Reliability Engineer

Location: Northeastern Alberta (Fort Chipewyan)

Company
Finning Canada

Number of Openings
4

Worker Type
Permanent

Position Overview
The Reliability Engineer for Finning Canada will be based at selected mine sites and be responsible for providing technical support and data analysis and reporting functionality on mining equipment to assist in the equipment management process. Primary focus will be on proactive diagnostic management along with managing Mining Machine product reliability and performance. The objective is to improve customer satisfaction by working with the customer’s reliability and maintenance personnel, Finning’s branch operations, Mining Equipment Management team, Caterpillar (District and Product Groups).

We are looking for Reliability Engineers to support Kearl and Suncor. This will be a 7 x 7 or 14 x 14 continuous shift (Days Only)

Job Description

Investigation of and reporting on equipment failures including field research and data collection within Finning and Caterpillar

Analyze components' performance: life, durability/reliability, history

Manage and track all service letters and updates for equipment on site

Provide technical support to drive improvement projects

Identify, report and support investigation, and root cause analysis on equipment failures including field research and data collection

Technical support for maintenance personnel and technical problem solutions as needed

Product Reliability and Performance

Analyze and report equipment performance in terms of availability and other specific KPI’s

Weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting as required on various technical and operational indicators

Support mining equipment condition monitoring: downloading and analyzing electronic information

Monitoring and developing trend information on payload management as well as operational practices

Data collection and reporting on component performance

Ability to manage multiple priorities to effectively manage risk to the business

Relationship

Management of Caterpillar technical information and product improvement information

Support and interact with customer network along with technical services team

Team working abilities to develop effective collaboration with peers and consistency across all sites

Process Improvements

Support and provide requested data to aid in process improvement

Supply data and support Caterpillar requests, test equipment and product improvement initiatives

Accountability

Observe site and personal safety procedures

Provide quality and timely daily and weekly reporting to support business and contractual obligations

Act timely and diligently on customer requests

Represent the company in a professional and ethical manner

Education & Experience

Post-secondary Education in Mechanical, Mining - Preference will be given to P Eng but will consider EIT candidates

Professional registration and/or membership in committees and/or technical societies

Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in mining or oil and gas is required

Experience with CAT mining equipment, including Large Mining Machine, would be an asset

Experience on CAT instruments: SIS
2.0, Dealer Connect, TMIWEB, ET and VIMS will be an asset

Understand equipment design, engineering drawings, design standards and specifications

Mechanical aptitudes, including understanding of Mining Machine components (diesel engines, hydraulic systems, powertrain, pumps, cylinders, structures etc.)

Understanding of condition monitoring including oil and failure analysis

Proficiency in MS Office packages including Power BI

Knowledge of manufacturing/fabrication methodologies

Accuracy in work and strong attention to details

Time management, prioritization, and independent problem-solving skills

Note:

Flights and accommodations are provided

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities.

Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.