Reliability Engineer

Linde is seeking a Reliability Engineer to support operations across its North Region facilities for Air Separation, CO2, and Hydrogen. This onsite position is based in East Chicago, IN, where you will partner with reliability and operations teams to address long-term asset concerns and emerging reliability risks. Working alongside a small reliability group, you will help drive performance improvements through data-driven analysis and structured failure investigation.

As one of two Reliability Engineers, you will take ownership for a broad set of reliability activities spanning major failure Root Cause Analysis, reliability assessments, and continuous improvement work. The role also blends office-based planning with field presence, with a focus on urgency, integrity, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as one of two Reliability Engineers managing Air Separation, CO2, and Hydrogen facilities in the North Region
• Collaborate with reliability and operations teams to identify and resolve long-term asset concerns and reliability threats
• Analyze data from multiple sources to recommend and justify lifecycle cost and reliability improvement activities
• Lead Root Cause Analysis for major failures to help prevent recurrence
• Support engineering, design, specification, and execution of projects intended to optimize reliability and operability
• Review and update Standard Maintenance Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures
• Develop and support Reliability Assessments for facilities and equipment
• Apply continuous improvement methods such as Six Sigma to enhance reliability
• Lead reliability programs and initiatives to improve asset performance
• Assist with critical spare parts identification and Bill of Materials creation for key assets
• Balance office and field work with a strong sense of urgency and integrity
• Thrive in a team that values diversity and inclusion, contributing your unique perspective to collaborative problem-solving

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in maintenance or reliability engineering within an industrial manufacturing environment
• Proven expertise in maintenance and engineering of mechanical equipment including compressors, heat exchangers, pumps, chillers, cooling towers, piping, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams and machinery drawings
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance methodologies and technologies
• Experience with engineering, specification, and design of mechanical systems and projects
• Strong communication, presentation, and team collaboration skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead or participate effectively in cross-functional teams
• Self-starter with strong multitasking and organizational skills, delivering results with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in standard computer software including Microsoft Office and email
• Preferred knowledge of regulatory and industrial standards and codes
• Familiarity with machinery installation, commissioning, and process optimization
• Certification or status as Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional or Certified Reliability Engineer is advantageous
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and reliability strategies such as Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), spare parts management, planning and scheduling, and CMMS optimization
• Commitment to safety, integrity, and respect in a diverse and inclusive workplace environment
• Travel domestically approximately 20-25% of the time and be accessible during off-hours as needed

Technologies

• Six Sigma
• Microsoft Office
• Email
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM)
• Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
• Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person