Reliability Engineer - Condition Monitoring & Vibration Analysis

Are you a mechanically biased Reliability Engineer, Condition Monitoring Engineer or Predictive Maintenance Engineer with experience of vibration analysis, rotating equipment and root cause investigation?
We are recruiting for a hands-on Reliability Engineer to improve the availability, performance and long-term reliability of anaerobic digestion plants and gas-upgrading equipment across the East of England and the UK.
This is not a desk-based role. You will work directly with maintenance teams, plant operators and engine technicians, using condition monitoring and reliability-engineering techniques to identify faults early, prevent repeat failures and reduce unplanned downtime.
What's in it for you?
Bonus scheme
Company van or car allowance
Private healthcare
Up to 7.5% contributory pension
33 days' annual leave including bank holidays
Home-based role with UK-wide responsibility
All tools and condition-monitoring equipment provided
Opportunity to build and shape a predictive maintenance programme
The role     As Reliability Engineer, you will:
Carry out vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis and LDAR condition monitoring
Lead Root Cause Analysis investigations into repeat failures and plant breakdowns
Complete FMEA assessments on critical equipment, systems and processes
Build and develop predictive maintenance routes across multiple sites
Analyse condition-monitoring data and produce clear technical reports
Raise maintenance actions and record findings within the CMMS
Troubleshoot mechanical faults and support rapid plant recovery
Recommend equipment upgrades, maintenance improvements and corrective actions
Work closely with maintenance teams, engine technicians and plant operators
Travel to biogas plants and other sites across the UK
The role is focused on improving asset health, preventing unnecessary downtime and increasing the reliability of anaerobic digestion plants and associated equipment.
What we're looking for
Strong mechanical engineering background
Good knowledge of rotating equipment and common failure modes
Experience in condition monitoring or predictive maintenance
Vibration Analysis qualification
Ability to interpret condition-monitoring data and produce accurate reports
Experience leading Root Cause Analysis investigations
Knowledge of FMEA or similar reliability tools
Experience using CMMS or predictive maintenance software
Willingness to travel extensively and occasionally work independently
Strong communication and IT skills
Relevant sector experience may include:
Anaerobic digestion or biogas
Food or process manufacturing
Steel
Chemicals or petrochemicals
Oil and gas
Power generation
Heavy industry
Qualifications     Ideally, you will have:
Mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent experience
NVQ Level 2 or above in a mechanical discipline
BINDT or Mobius CAT I or CAT II qualification
Lubrication or thermography qualification
Formal training in RCA or FMEA
Suitable job titles     Reliability Engineer, Condition Monitoring Engineer, Predictive Maintenance Engineer, Vibration Analyst, Mechanical Reliability Engineer, Asset Reliability Engineer, Rotating Equipment Engineer, Maintenance Reliability Engineer or Mechanical Maintenance Engineer.

Apply now
This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically strong reliability professional who enjoys combining hands-on engineering, technical analysis and continuous improvement.

Apply today with your CV for immediate consideration.