Facilities/Reliability Engineer

CoorsTek, Inc.•Golden, CO

20d•$92,000 - $118,000

About The Position

The Facilities / Reliability Engineer is responsible for driving equipment reliability, asset performance, and facility infrastructure effectiveness across manufacturing operations. This role leads initiatives that improve equipment uptime, reduce unplanned downtime, and strengthen asset lifecycle management through data-driven reliability strategies and capital project execution. This position plays a critical role in advancing Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) by supporting Planned Maintenance systems, driving focused improvement activities, and partnering with Operations to enhance equipment ownership and performance. While the role includes strategic planning and data analysis, it is a highly hands-on position requiring close collaboration with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, and contractors to ensure sustainable reliability improvements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related technical field) preferred.
Demonstrated experience in reliability engineering, capital project management, or industrial facilities support.
Experience implementing or supporting TPM, RCM, Lean, or similar continuous improvement frameworks.
Minimum of 5+ years of relevant manufacturing, facilities, or reliability engineering experience.
Strong understanding of TPM pillars, reliability engineering, and proactive maintenance strategies.
Experience with Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
Knowledge of manufacturing equipment systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and utility systems).
Proactive, analytical, and process-driven mindset with strong ownership and accountability.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence operational behaviors.
Financial literacy to evaluate lifecycle costs, capital ROI, and cost avoidance opportunities.
Knowledge of contracts, specifications, and contractor management.
Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
Excellent communication skills — verbal, written, and presentation.
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, CMMS platforms, and project management software.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and continuously improve reliability strategies for critical production and facility assets to maximize equipment uptime and performance.
Support and strengthen the TPM Planned Maintenance Pillar by optimizing preventive and predictive maintenance programs based on equipment criticality and failure modes.
Partner with Operations to reinforce Autonomous Maintenance standards, ensuring equipment basic conditions are restored and sustained.
Lead Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and structured problem-solving activities in support of the Focused Improvement (Kaizen) Pillar.
Drive improvements in MTBF, MTTR, OEE, and overall equipment reliability performance.
Support Early Equipment Management by providing reliability input into new equipment selection, installation, and commissioning.
Maintain and improve asset data integrity within the CMMS to ensure accurate PM compliance, work history, and reliability tracking.
Identify, scope, and execute capital and expense projects that improve equipment reliability, safety, capacity, and lifecycle performance.
Develop project budgets, schedules, scopes of work, and technical specifications aligned with operational priorities.
Coordinate cross-functional teams during all phases of project design, installation, commissioning, and handoff.
Lead structured project execution utilizing data-driven decision-making and TPM-aligned improvement methodologies.
Evaluate vendor proposals, manage contractors, and ensure project execution meets cost, timeline, and performance objectives.
Determine feasibility and/or design of new equipment or modifications considering reliability, maintainability, and long-term operating cost.
Develop and track reliability KPIs including OEE, MTBF, MTTR, PM compliance, and downtime trends.
Establish standardized baselines for equipment performance and support site reliability scorecards.
Analyze maintenance and operational data to identify chronic losses and systemic failure patterns.
Support condition monitoring, audits, and equipment health assessments to proactively mitigate risk.
Serve as a champion for TPM principles, promoting proactive maintenance and equipment ownership.
Collaborate with departments to identify reliability improvement opportunities ranging from low-cost Kaizen improvements to high-capital investments.
Facilitate training and coaching to strengthen reliability competencies within Maintenance and Operations teams.
Support development of standard work, inspection routines, and reliability documentation to sustain gains.
Participate in internal working groups to share best practices and standardize reliability approaches across facilities.

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
Company-Matched 401K (USA only)
Company-Matched Pension Plan (CANADA only)
HSA (Health Savings Account) with Company Contribution
Wellness Reimbursement Program (USA only)
Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Legal Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & more) (USA only)
Safety Programs (reimbursement for safety shoes and company provided safety glasses)
Performance-Based Bonuses for all Employees
Employee Recognition Programs
Mentorship Program
Community & Volunteer Events & MORE!