Principal Mechanical Reliability/Maintenance Engineer

Job TitlePrincipal Mechanical Reliability/Maintenance EngineerRequisitionJR000014311 Principal Mechanical Reliability/Maintenance Engineer (Open)LocationSt. Louis, MOAdditional LocationsJob Description SummaryJob DescriptionSUMMARY OF POSITION:The Mechanical Reliability/Maintenance Engineer maximizes overall equipment effectiveness; by establishing reliability procedures, controls, and reporting systems, ensuring continuous improvement of all maintenance reliability processes.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Support all safety programs and goals, including all OSHA standardsDefine/develop/refine and monitor predictive/preventive maintenance program/proceduresWork with Project Engineering to ensure the reliability and maintainability of new and modified equipmentGuide reliability decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing standards and proceduresOptimize equipment effectiveness by establishing, monitoring, and managing reliability controlsMonitor and confirm equipment reliability by conducting audits and tracking performance using KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators)Ensure reliability of equipment by establishing predictive/preventive maintenance requirements and service contracts, identify critical assets and spare parts, evaluating new equipment and maintenance techniquesPerform root cause analysis on all major process interruptions to eliminate/reduce reoccurrence, initiate corrective actions, and develop engineering solutions to repetitive failuresSkilled in the use of Root Cause/Root Cause Failure Analysis, Failure Reporting/Analysis and Corrective Action System, Fault Tree AnalysisWork with Production to perform analyses of assets including Asset Utilization, Overall Equipment Effectiveness, Remaining Useful Life, and other parameters that define operating conditions, reliability, and costs of assetsDevelop and monitor a preventive maintenance optimization process to ensure continuous improvementAssist the Manager and Supervisors w/ Maintenance/Reliability Engineering functions as neededProvide technical support for weekend/off-shift coverage as neededAssist in Departmental metrics development and trackingActively participate in general site and Departmental Safety and Quality initiatives, including assignment to a Departmental Safety Team if neededUpdate SOPs due to any changes made to equipment to improve product or production efficiency or flowCommunicate with vendors on purchasing equipment, scheduling service work and obtaining technical information.Ability to read and comprehend advanced electrical/electronic schematics and mechanical drawingsREQUIREMENTS:Education:B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred or equivalent engineering discipline preferredExperience:Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in an Engineering role within a manufacturing facility, experience in an FDA controlled industry is preferred, heavily focused on Predictive Maintenance TechnologySkills/Qualifications:Excellent analytical /problem-solving skillsComply with company policies and procedures.Follow safe working practices in the execution of assigned duties.Demonstrate initiative and ability to perform as part of a team.Interpersonal skills and abilities needed to effectively work with, interact with and direct others in Maintenance DepartmentAbility to efficiently plan and coordinate eventsBasic computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.Ability to work independently or with minimal instruction.OPERATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS: High degree of collaboration required on a regular on-going basis. Must be able to establish effective working relationships with a broad range of internal and external personnel including engineers, operating and maintenance personnel, site and corporate leadership personnel, consultants, contractors, and equipment suppliers.WORKING CONDITIONS: The working conditions consist of mainly an office environment with frequent visits to various manufacturing units for troubleshooting, project management, design, and implementation. Manufacturing areas are not climate controlled. During summer months, building exhaust fans provide ventilation. Chemicals handled include acids and bases, organic solvents, and inorganic compounds. Chemicals may have characteristic odors or hazardous properties that require special handling. Office and Manufacturing environment may require use of personal protective equipment such as hard hat, safety glasses and work boots. Additional PPE may be required on some occasions.DISCLAIMER:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.At Mallinckrodt, we know that we contribute to something that matters because we make quality products that impact patient lives. Our dynamic work environment provides unique experiences for employees to grow and develop.Invest in your own career with Mallinckrodt and let’s do something dynamic together.Mallinckrodt provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; gender; gender identity; sexual orientation; religions practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; protected veteran status; disability; or any other category protected by law.Additional information on Mallinckrodt’s hiring practices may be found by clicking (