Maintenance Reliability Engineer
Emrgy
Petersburg, VA, USA
Posted on Mar 25, 2026
Maintenance Reliability Engineer – Join Gerdau in Petersburg, VA
Relocation Assistance Available Within the U.S. only
Are you ready to make a real impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? At Gerdau, the first North American steelmaker to earn B Corp Certification, we’re producing the lowest embodied carbon steel in the U.S.—and we want you to help lead the way.
We Have:
- A strong global presence with mini-mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the automotive industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
- A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation and creates products that serve humanity.
- An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Bonuses
- Health Advocate Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
- An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create
What You Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in mechanical maintenance reliability within a heavy industrial, steel mill, or manufacturing environment.
- Certification in reliability engineering (e.g., CMRP, CRE) is a plus.
- Experience with steelmaking or heavy manufacturing equipment.
- Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong understanding of predictive and preventive electrical maintenance techniques.
- Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) for tracking maintenance activities and asset performance.
- Knowledge of reliability methodologies such as RCM, RCFA, FMEA, and TPM.
- Proficiency in data analysis and troubleshooting industrial mechanical and electrical systems.
- Familiarity with industry standards such as OSHA, ASTM.
- Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- A willingness to perform functions in the field with the technicians is critical to success in this role.
- Certification in reliability engineering (e.g., CMRP, CRE) is a plus.
- Experience with steelmaking or heavy manufacturing equipment.
What You Will Do:
- Develop and implement reliability and predictive maintenance strategies for critical equipment, including rolling mills, furnaces, cranes, and material handling systems.
- Conduct root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) to identify and mitigate recurring issues.
- Utilize condition monitoring technologies such as vibration analysis, thermography, and lubrication analysis to detect early signs of failure.
- Work with maintenance and operations teams to optimize preventive maintenance (PM) programs and ensure best practices are followed.
- Identify and recommend improvements to increase equipment availability, reduce maintenance costs, and enhance overall operational efficiency.
- Develop and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) related to equipment reliability and maintenance effectiveness.
- Assist in planning and execution of major equipment overhauls and capital improvement projects.
- Collaborate with OEMs, suppliers, and contractors to ensure optimal equipment performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide technical support and training to maintenance teams to enhance troubleshooting and reliability knowledge.
- Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.