Reliability Engineer

A Reliability Engineer opportunity has become available with a growing engineering manufacturer supplying precision-engineered systems into high-spec, safety-critical sectors. The company is known for its strong technical capability, commitment to zero defects, and a collaborative culture that drives customer-focused improvement. With continued growth and investment in design, manufacturing, and customer support functions, they're looking for a Reliability Engineer to take ownership of reliability strategy, issue resolution, and long-term product performance. The role is based in the Birmingham area and offers a salary in the region of £45,000+, along with 33 days annual leave, flexible working hours and excellent long-term development potential.

Reliability Engineer responsibilities include -

Leading reliability reviews across product design, manufacturing, and customer applications.
Driving root cause investigations and 8D reporting for reliability and field performance issues.
Managing FMEA and FRACAS processes to identify risks and embed lessons learned.
Coordinating cross-functional actions with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams.
Developing and tracking reliability metrics, reporting on risks, actions, and closure status.
Engaging with customers through reports, presentations, and on-site technical meetings.
Supporting design and NPI activities with reliability data and service experience feedback.Reliability Engineer desirable skills and experience -

Experience working within a similar role (Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer etc).
Proven background in root cause analysis, 8D methodology, FMEA and continuous improvement.
Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and data-driven failure analysis.
Excellent communication skills and confidence working with customers and cross-functional teams.Reliability Engineer benefits include -

Starting salary circa of £45,000+
Flexible working hours and 33 days annnual leave.
Supportive and technically focused leadership team.
Career progression and professional development opportunities.
33 days holiday, on-site parking, and employee recognition initiatives.
Opportunity to lead reliability strategy and make a direct impact on product performance and customer satisfaction.If you're looking for a technically engaging role where you can drive reliability, influence design, and support continuous improvement across engineering and manufacturing, apply now via the link in this Reliability Engineer advert.

Keywords: Reliability, FMEA, FRACAS, 8D, RCA, Quality, Root Cause, Continuous Improvement, Product Reliability, Field Performance, Weibull, Engineering, Manufacturing, Zero Defects.

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