Maintenance & Reliability Manufacturing Engineer II in Petersburg, VA

Steel Manufacturing | Heavy Industry | Industrial Engineering

Join a Global Leader in Steel Manufacturing

We are a powerhouse in the steel industry, transforming millions of metric tons of raw materials into essential products like steel beams, flat-rolled steel, rebar, and wire. Our materials support critical sectors including automotive, construction, heavy machinery, and infrastructure.

At our core, we value innovation, diversity, safety, and sustainability. We are committed to continuous improvement and believe in investing in people, processes, and technology to build a better future.

What We Offer

• Competitive Base Salary + Annual Performance Bonus
• Day-One Eligibility for Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription Plans
• 401(k) with 100% Match up to 6%
• Paid Parental Leave & Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition Reimbursement & Career Development Programs
• Employee Assistance & Health Advocacy Services
• A Culture of Empowerment, Growth, and Innovation

Your Impact

As a Maintenance & Reliability Engineer, you will be a key driver of equipment reliability, process optimization, and continuous improvement. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance asset performance, reduce downtime, and improve safety, quality, and cost-efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support preventive and predictive maintenance strategies
• Analyze equipment failures and implement root cause analysis (RCA) and failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA)
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean tools: DMAIC, Value Stream Mapping, Pareto Analysis, Poka Yoke, Kanban
• Collaborate on equipment upgrades, process improvements, and capital projects
• Develop and track KPIs related to maintenance performance and reliability
• Facilitate training for maintenance technicians on best practices and safety procedures
• Utilize tools like SAP, QMOS, and CAD for data analysis and process documentation
• Champion 5S, standard audits, and safety initiatives

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical preferred) OR 5+ years of relevant experience in maintenance, reliability, or manufacturing leadership
• Strong knowledge of steel manufacturing processes and heavy industrial equipment
• Experience with CMMS systems, preferably SAP
• Proficiency in data-driven decision making and process optimization
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills
• Familiarity with Operational Excellence, TPM, and Lean Manufacturing principles

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. 

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com