Reliability Engineer
Company: Astec Industries
Location: Chattanooga
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description BUILT TO CONNECT At Astec, we
believe in the power of connection and the importance of building
long-lasting relationships with our employees, customers and the
communities we call home. With a team of more than 4,300 strong,
our employees are our 1 advantage. We invest in skills training and
provide opportunities for career development to help you grow along
with the business. We offer programs that support physical safety,
as well as benefits and resources to enhance total health and
wellbeing, so you can be your best at work and at home. Our
equipment is used to build the roads and infrastructure that
connects us to each other and to the goods and services we use. We
are an industry leader known for delivering innovative solutions
that create value for our customers. As our industry evolves, we
are using new technology and data like never before. We’re looking
for creative problem solvers to build the future with us. Connect
with us today and build your career at Astec. LOCATION: This is an
onsite position at our Roadtec facility in Chattanooga, TN.
Corporate relocation assistance is available. ABOUT THE POSITION
The Reliability Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the
consistent performance and optimal operating cost of equipment and
systems. This position focuses on identifying and mitigating risks
of failure, improving product reliability, and optimizing
maintenance strategies. By applying engineering principles, data
analysis, and reliability tools, the reliability engineer supports
operational efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to drive
continuous improvement and implement solutions that enhance system
uptime and performance. New Product Development is a key area where
the reliability engineer will add value. Focusing the team on
reliability during the early stages of design and developing
reliability centered maintenance strategies is essential for
successful new product launches. KEY DELIVERABLES · Reliability
Strategy & Roadmap Development of long-term plans to improve asset
reliability and reduce downtime · Design Failure Mode and Effects
Analysis (DFMEA) Documentation and analysis of potential failure
modes and their impact on customer operations throughout the NPD
cycle as well as the asset life cycle · Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Reports Investigations and reports detailing the underlying causes
of failures and recommended corrective actions · Reliability
Metrics & Dashboards Creation and maintenance of KPIs such as MTBF,
MTTR, and machine utilization · Maintenance strategies Design and
optimization of maintenance strategies based on equipment condition
and performance data including Preventive & Predictive schedules,
daily, weekly and monthly inspection schedules · Life Cycle Cost
Analysis Assessment of total cost of ownership to guide investment
and replacement decisions, integrated into the NPD cycle as part of
the design reviews · Risk Assessments Identification and
quantification of reliability-related risks to safety, performance,
and cost · Training & Knowledge Sharing Development of training
materials and sessions to promote best practices for reliability
across Astec service teams and customer maintenance personnel ·
Continuous Improvement Initiatives Create a culture of continuous
improvement by implementing projects aimed at reducing failures and
improving system performance KEY ACTIVITIES · Conduct Reliability
Assessments Evaluate equipment and system performance using
reliability engineering principles · Perform Root Cause Analysis
(RCA) Investigate failures to identify underlying causes and
recommend corrective actions · Develop and Maintain DFMEAs Analyze
potential failure modes and their effects to prioritize mitigation
strategies · Implement Predictive Maintenance Programs Use
condition monitoring tools (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography)
to anticipate failures · Analyze Reliability Data Use statistical
tools to calculate metrics like MTBF, MTTR, and failure rates ·
Support Asset Management Contribute to lifecycle planning, machine
criticality ranking, and replacement strategies, driving towards
latest technologies in close collaboration with the Advanced
Technology Group · Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams Work
with operations, service, customer maintenance, and engineering to
improve system reliability · Lead Reliability Improvement Projects
Drive initiatives aimed at reducing downtime and increasing
equipment availability KEY RESPONSIBILITIES · Ensure Equipment
Reliability Maintain high levels of operational uptime and
performance · Drive Continuous Improvement Identify and implement
opportunities to enhance reliability and reduce costs · Latest
technology Stay close to latest technological developments in the
industry to improve reliability · Maintain Compliance Ensure
reliability practices meet industry standards and regulatory
requirements · Report Reliability Metrics Provide regular updates
on reliability KPIs to stakeholders and leadership · Train and
Mentor Staff Share reliability knowledge and best practices with
maintenance and engineering teams · Support Safety Initiatives
Ensure reliability efforts contribute to safe operations and hazard
mitigation To be successful in this role, your experience and
competencies are: · A bachelor’s degree required in Mechanical
Engineering, Electrical Engineering, a related field or equivalent
and/or combination of training and experience required · 6 Years of
Engineering experience required · Qualified in Design for Six Sigma
(DFSS) or equivalent preferred · Proven track record of deploying
preventive and predictive maintenance strategies · Familiarity with
tools like DFMEA, RCA, CMMS, RCM, and reliability modeling
platforms · Experience leading cross-functional reliability
improvement initiatives · Experience analyzing failure data and
presenting reliability metrics to stakeholders · History of working
with operations, maintenance, engineering, and safety teams ·
Experience ensuring reliability practices align with industry
standards and regulations · Strong understanding of engineering
principles, asset management, and maintenance strategies · Ability
to interpret complex data and identify trends, risks, and
opportunities · Skilled in diagnosing issues and implementing
effective, sustainable solutions · Capable of translating technical
findings into actionable insights for diverse audiences · Focused
on driving efficiency, reducing downtime, and enhancing system
performance · Competent in using statistical methods to predict
failures and optimize maintenance · Strong understanding of how
reliability impacts operational safety and risk management ·
Proficient in a combination of the following software packages, or
equivalent: MS Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook,
PowerPoint), SolidWorks 3D CAD, Oracle Cloud ERP · Detail-oriented
with excellent written and verbal communication skills Supervisor
and Leadership Expectations None Our Culture and Values Employees
that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their
work · Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers ·
Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business · Respect for all
individuals · Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation ·
Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success WORK
ENVIRONMENT Manufacturing Environment Shop manufacturing
environment exposures include exposure to moving mechanical parts,
machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne
particles, motorized vehicles, welding and machining operations,
outside weather conditions and exposure to the risk of electric
shock. The employee may occasionally be exposed to varying levels
of dirt, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, very warm and/or very
chilly temperatures. The noise level in the shop can be very loud
at times consistent with an industrial assembly facility and may
require hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER As an Equal Opportunity
Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed,
color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity,
marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability,
citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other
characteristic protected by law or executive order.
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