Reliability Engineer - Manufacturing | Knoxville

Reliability Engineer – Manufacturing – Knoxville, TN

Our client, a growing manufacturer in the plastics sector, is seeking a hands‑on Reliability Engineer to lead and build the reliability program at their Knoxville-area facility. This is a high‑impact position where you’ll work directly on the plant floor to improve equipment performance, reduce downtime, and drive long‑term operational results.

To be considered for this role, you must have 2 to 5 years of experience in reliability engineering or maintenance engineering within manufacturing, a 3 or 4‑year Bachelor’s degree, preferably in an engineering‑related discipline, and reside in or relocate to the Knoxville, TN area.

• Lead and develop the plant’s reliability program to support safe, efficient, and compliant operations
• Partner with Maintenance, Production, and Engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and maintainability
• Drive root cause analysis (RCA) initiatives and implement long‑term corrective actions
• Design, implement, and continuously improve preventive maintenance (PM) programs
• Design, implement, and continuously improve predictive maintenance (PdM) strategies
• Design, implement, and continuously improve condition monitoring and non‑destructive testing methods
• Analyze recurring equipment failures and implement solutions that improve operating costs, safety, and regulatory compliance
• Provide technical support during routine and critical equipment issues
• Develop and deliver training programs to strengthen maintenance team capabilities
• Support reliability improvements across utilities and facilities, controls and safety systems

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering
• 2–5 years of experience in one or more of the following: reliability engineering, maintenance engineering, manufacturing equipment support
• Strong experience with root cause analysis (RCA) and preventive and predictive maintenance programs
• Hands‑on troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment
• Comfortable working directly on the plant floor
• Strong problem‑solving, organizational, and communication skills

• Previous experience as a Maintenance Supervisor, Technician, or Manager
• Experience in plastics or continuous manufacturing environments
• Base salary range $85,000 – $95,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Relocation assistance provided for qualified candidates

• Opportunity to build and lead a reliability program
• High visibility and direct impact on plant performance
• Collaborative, team‑oriented environment
• Stable and growing manufacturing operation