Reliability Engineer

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Freudenberg Performance Materials is part of the Freudenberg Group and a leading global supplier of innovative technical textiles for a broad range of markets: apparel, automotive, building materials, civil engineering, energy, filter media, healthcare and building interiors. Join our team and shape the future of innovation with us! Discover our world at

• 401K Match:
  Save for retirement with the company's help.
• Vacation:
  We offer time off to refresh and recharge.
• Personal Development:
  We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.
• Performance Related Bonus:
  When you have an impact, you can reap the rewards.
• Paid Holidays:
  With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.

Location:

Durham, NC. On‑Site.

Company:
Freudenberg Performance Materials LP (USA)

• Failure Analysis & Maintenance Strategy:
  Diagnose equipment issues and optimize performance using CMMS, predictive tools, and root cause analysis.
• Technical Drawing & Documentation:
  Create detailed engineering drawings with AutoCAD and Inventor, and produce professional deliverables like project scopes and executive presentations.
• Systems Troubleshooting & Safety Engineering:
  Apply expertise in electromechanical and industrial control systems to resolve machine issues and enhance safety through equipment redesign.
• Project Leadership & Capital Execution:
  Support Capex and Maintenance initiatives from concept to closeout using the full capital engineering stage‑gate process.
• Procurement & Vendor Coordination:
  Collaborate with third‑party vendors to outsource fabrications, manage part procurement, and create SAP requisitions.
• Predictive Monitoring & Reliability Support:
  Monitor critical equipment health using vibration analysis and thermal imaging, and assist in developing long‑term reliability strategies.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3–10 years of reliability, maintenance, or process engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of controls and instrumentation/SCADA and AutoCAD.
• Self‑starter with strong communication skills.
• Reliability or Project Management Certifications (CMRP, CRL, PMP) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt are a plus.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type:

Full‑time

Job Function:
Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Engineering

Industries:
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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