Freudenberg Performance Materials
Reliability Engineer
Freudenberg Performance Materials, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
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Reliability Engineer
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Freudenberg Performance Materials
Freudenberg Performance Materials is part of the Freudenberg Group and a leading global supplier of innovative technical textiles for a broad range of markets: apparel, automotive, building materials, civil engineering, energy, filter media, healthcare and building interiors. Join our team and shape the future of innovation with us! Discover our world at www.freudenberg-pm.com.
Step into a high‑impact role where engineering meets action—our Reliability Engineers are the go‑to experts for keeping machines running at peak performance. You’ll troubleshoot issues, lead root cause analyses, and drive long‑term improvements that shape the future of our operations. This isn’t a desk job—you’ll be on the floor, collaborating with skilled trades and production teams to turn smart ideas into practical solutions. If you love solving complex problems and making a real difference, this is the position for you.
Responsibilities
Failure Analysis & Maintenance Strategy: Diagnose equipment issues and optimize performance using CMMS, predictive tools, and root cause analysis.
Technical Drawing & Documentation: Create detailed engineering drawings with AutoCAD and Inventor, and produce professional deliverables like project scopes and executive presentations.
Systems Troubleshooting & Safety Engineering: Apply expertise in electromechanical and industrial control systems to resolve machine issues and enhance safety through equipment redesign.
Project Leadership & Capital Execution: Support Capex and Maintenance initiatives from concept to closeout using the full capital engineering stage‑gate process.
Procurement & Vendor Coordination: Collaborate with third‑party vendors to outsource fabrications, manage part procurement, and create SAP requisitions.
Predictive Monitoring & Reliability Support: Monitor critical equipment health using vibration analysis and thermal imaging, and assist in developing long‑term reliability strategies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
3‑10 years of reliability, maintenance, or process engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of controls and instrumentation/SCADA and AutoCAD
Self‑starter with strong communication skills
Reliability or Project Management Certifications (CMRP, CRL, PMP) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt are a plus
Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.
The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Engineering
Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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Reliability Engineer
role at
Freudenberg Performance Materials
Freudenberg Performance Materials is part of the Freudenberg Group and a leading global supplier of innovative technical textiles for a broad range of markets: apparel, automotive, building materials, civil engineering, energy, filter media, healthcare and building interiors. Join our team and shape the future of innovation with us! Discover our world at www.freudenberg-pm.com.
Step into a high‑impact role where engineering meets action—our Reliability Engineers are the go‑to experts for keeping machines running at peak performance. You’ll troubleshoot issues, lead root cause analyses, and drive long‑term improvements that shape the future of our operations. This isn’t a desk job—you’ll be on the floor, collaborating with skilled trades and production teams to turn smart ideas into practical solutions. If you love solving complex problems and making a real difference, this is the position for you.
Responsibilities
Failure Analysis & Maintenance Strategy: Diagnose equipment issues and optimize performance using CMMS, predictive tools, and root cause analysis.
Technical Drawing & Documentation: Create detailed engineering drawings with AutoCAD and Inventor, and produce professional deliverables like project scopes and executive presentations.
Systems Troubleshooting & Safety Engineering: Apply expertise in electromechanical and industrial control systems to resolve machine issues and enhance safety through equipment redesign.
Project Leadership & Capital Execution: Support Capex and Maintenance initiatives from concept to closeout using the full capital engineering stage‑gate process.
Procurement & Vendor Coordination: Collaborate with third‑party vendors to outsource fabrications, manage part procurement, and create SAP requisitions.
Predictive Monitoring & Reliability Support: Monitor critical equipment health using vibration analysis and thermal imaging, and assist in developing long‑term reliability strategies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
3‑10 years of reliability, maintenance, or process engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of controls and instrumentation/SCADA and AutoCAD
Self‑starter with strong communication skills
Reliability or Project Management Certifications (CMRP, CRL, PMP) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt are a plus
Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.
The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Engineering
Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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