Operational Reliability Specialist

Peter Lucas Project Management invests in people, community, and cutting-edge technology to provide gold standard project delivery. We are currently looking for an Operational Reliability Specialist to join our team.

At Peter Lucas, we offer a variety of work, professional development, and learning opportunities that come from working on diverse projects in the mining, energy, and heavy industrial sectors. Our dynamic environment, filled with high-achieving professionals, enables our staff to take on incredible opportunities, gain mentorship from a diverse group of colleagues, and succeed in their careers.

The Reliability Engineer will be responsible for developing and supporting operational reliability systems to improve equipment performance, reduce downtime, and enhance maintenance strategies. This role focuses on implementing reliability engineering principles, conducting root cause analyses, and optimizing preventive maintenance programs across site operations.

This position is on-site Monday to Friday in Blind River, Ontario.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and support operational reliability systems, including:

• Asset criticality assessments, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM) studies

• Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Defect Elimination, and Failure Management processes
• Reliability performance tracking and reporting
• Asset strategy development and implementation
• Preventive Maintenance (PM) optimization and authoring of technical procedures and instructions
• Conduct and interpret condition monitoring data, including:
• Vibration analysis, ultrasound, lubrication, and thermography assessments
• Support data management and analysis activities:
• Technical data and information gathering
• Production loss tracking development
• Asset history and failure trend analysis
• Preparation and review of self-assessment reports
• Contribution to continuous improvement initiatives related to operational reliability

We appreciate all applicants' interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Wages are negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Global reference checks may be conducted after the interview process.

Note: Peter Lucas Project Management is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We acknowledge that the Peter Lucas head office is located on Treaty 6 Territory, the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dene, Dakota, Lakota, Nakota, and the homeland of the Metis.
We recognize that our work, our lives and our communities extend beyond these borders, taking place on the traditional and unceded territories of Indigenous Peoples across what is now known as Canada.
As we live, work, and play in these diverse lands, we honor the deep histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Peoples. In the spirit of Reconciliation and guided by our mission to elevate people and communities while driving innovation and sustainability, we are committed to building respectful relationships and shared success across this land we call home.
Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of progressive industrial engineering experience, with several years focused on reliability engineering
• 5+ years of experience performing or supervising condition monitoring activities (ISO certifications required)
• Proven expertise in reliability methodologies such as FMEA, RCM, RCA, FTA, and LCCA
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering (or related discipline)

Benefits

• Health and Dental Benefits
• Pension Matching