Mine Mechanical/Reliability Engineer (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

Our Mine department, composed of approximately 181 people, is comprised of Mine Operations, Mine Utility and Tails, and Maintenance teams and focuses on safe and reliable operation and minimal downtime of all mine assets in collaboration with the overall mine production budget.

The Mine Mechanical Reliability Engineer will perform bad actor analysis and FMEA on equipment, while also driving predictive and preventative maintenance practices.  The reliability engineer will work closely with the mine maintenance scheduler, planners and supervisors to drive continuous improvement.  In addition, the reliability engineer will support the mine utility department. The reliability engineer will also work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure success of the mine.

You will be accountable for:

• • Reliability Strategy: Develop and maintain autonomous, predictive, and preventative maintenance programs to ensure long-term equipment health and mine reliability.
  • Failure Analysis: Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify equipment vulnerabilities and eliminate recurring "bad actor" issues.
  • Performance Optimization: Analyze Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and Mean Time Between Repair (MTBR) to drive data-led improvements in equipment life cycles.
  • Technical Leadership: Serve as the technical liaison between operations and maintenance, maintaining the asset criticality list to prioritize high-impact repairs.
  • Continuous Improvement: Update PM frequencies based on field findings and provide technical feedback for upgrading systems to enhance operational stability.

We offer at-will employment based on site working a 4/10 schedule.

About you

B.S. in Engineering. Mining industry experience, specifically in equipment lifecycles, vibration and lubrication analysis, and the precise interpretation of technical drawings and measurements.

Competencies:

• • Takes full ownership of equipment performance and business processes to consistently drive high-quality results.
  • Effectively bridges the gap between complex engineering data and field operations through clear, concise instructions.
  • Maintains a strong organizational focus on optimizing Mean Time Between Repair (MTBR) and overall operational efficiency.

Behaviors:

• • Agility
  • Integrity
  • Courage

About the pay and benefits

Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. The base pay expected for this role is:

• $90,000-$110,000 yearly in the United States. 

Your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.

• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.

We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.