Sappi Limited

Area Reliability Engineer

Sappi Limited$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (required).
  • 2+ years of experience in reliability or maintenance, preferably in an industrial setting.
  • Experience with vibration analysis and machinery lubrication (preferred).
  • Demonstrated leadership in implementing new technologies or maintenance methodologies.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills at all organizational levels.
  • High mechanical aptitude with the ability to connect data insights to physical equipment.
  • Strong computer skills and comfort with maintenance or analysis software tools.
  • Self-motivated, resourceful, and capable of working with minimal direction.

Responsibilities

  • Lead predictive and preventative maintenance activities to ensure optimal equipment reliability.
  • Apply advanced vibration analysis, motor spectral analysis, and other NDT methods to assess asset condition.
  • Interpret data trends to identify risks, troubleshoot equipment issues, and make proactive recommendations.
  • Champion reliability improvement initiatives, including RCFA, FMEA, work management best practices, and improved KPI utilization.
  • Collaborate closely with operations, engineering, procurement, and maintenance teams to drive alignment and deliver results.
  • Guide, coach, and influence others in the adoption of reliability tools, technologies, and processes.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive training and development programs.
  • Opportunity for leadership roles and responsibilities.
  • Exposure to advanced technologies and methodologies in maintenance.
  • Supportive cross-functional collaborative environment.
  • Commitment to sustainable processes and innovation.
Full Job Description
Reliability Engineer / Supervisor

Join our team as a Reliability Engineer/Supervisor, where you'll play a critical role in maximizing the performance, reliability, and life of our mill assets. In this highly visible position, you will lead predictive and preventative maintenance strategies using cutting-edge tools such as lubrication management, infrared thermography, vibration monitoring, non-destructive testing (NDT), and comprehensive inspection programs.

You'll combine technical expertise with leadership to analyze equipment data, diagnose emerging issues, and predict failures before they occur. Your insights and initiatives will directly contribute to improved asset health, reduced downtime, and long-term operational success.

This position is ideal for a self-starter who enjoys problem-solving, driving improvement, and working cross-functionally to elevate maintenance practices across a dynamic site.

What You'll Do
  • Lead predictive and preventative maintenance activities to ensure optimal equipment reliability.
  • Apply advanced vibration analysis, motor spectral analysis, and other NDT methods to assess asset condition.
  • Interpret data trends to identify risks, troubleshoot equipment issues, and make proactive recommendations.
  • Champion reliability improvement initiatives, including RCFA, FMEA, work management best practices, and improved KPI utilization.
  • Collaborate closely with operations, engineering, procurement, and maintenance teams to drive alignment and deliver results.
  • Guide, coach, and influence others in the adoption of reliability tools, technologies, and processes.

What We're Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (required).
  • 2+ years of experience in reliability or maintenance, preferably in an industrial setting.
  • Experience with vibration analysis and machinery lubrication (preferred).
  • Demonstrated leadership in implementing new technologies or maintenance methodologies.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively at all organizational levels.
  • High mechanical aptitude with the ability to connect data insights to physical equipment.
  • Strong computer skills and comfort with maintenance or analysis software tools.
  • Self-motivated, resourceful, and capable of working with minimal direction.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sappi does not provide visa sponsorship.


Salary is determined by a number of factors including the value of the job to the organization, market forces, internal equity and skills brought to the job.

HR Contact for Questions:

Name: Danna Dahn

Email: [email protected]

Telephone number: 218-879-2393

About Sappi Limited

Sappi Limited is a South African pulp and paper company with global operations. It was originally incorporated as South African Pulp and Paper Industries Limited in 1936, and changed its name to Sappi Limited in 2008. The company produces and sells a range of paper and pulp products, including coated and uncoated fine papers, packaging papers, and speciality papers. Sappi Limited has manufacturing operations in South Africa, Europe, and North America, and sells its products in over 150 countries. The company is committed to sustainable forestry and has a number of initiatives in place to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about Sappi Limited
Size
12,492 employees
Industry
NASDAQ

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