Reliability Engineer

We are recruiting for an experienced Reliability Engineer to join a large, fast-paced manufacturing operation in Barnsley. This is a key engineering role focused on improving asset reliability, preventative maintenance and equipment performance, while supporting the wider engineering and manufacturing teams to maximise plant availability and efficiency. The Role * Develop and optimise preventative and proactive maintenance programmes * Improve the reliability of electrical, mechanical and automated equipment * Analyse equipment performance, recurring failures and breakdown trends * Lead escalation of complex breakdowns and liaise with OEMs * Improve asset care and maintenance strategies * Support maintenance planning, machine overhauls and equipment upgrades * Develop maintenance procedures and technical documentation * Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and engineering problem solving * Support CAPEX projects and equipment obsolescence planning * Improve machine availability, reliability, efficiency and engineering KPIs * Work closely with Engineering and Production to drive continuous improvement What We're Looking For * Apprentice trained or qualified within Electrical, Mechanical or Automation Engineering * Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical maintenance * Experience working with automated manufacturing/process equipment * Strong understanding of PPM, preventative maintenance and asset care * Experience with RCA, fault finding and problem-solving techniques * Knowledge of OEM maintenance and asset care recommendations * Experience planning machine overhauls, upgrades or engineering improvements * Strong analytical and organisational skills * Previous experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment * Food/FMCG manufacturing experience would be advantageous This role would suit an experienced Reliability Engineer, Asset Reliability Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Asset Care Engineer, Maintenance Reliability Engineer or Senior Multi-Skilled Engineer looking to move into a reliability-focused position