Maintenance Reliability Engineer

Maintenance Reliability Engineer – Join Gerdau in Petersburg, VA

Are you ready to make a real impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? At Gerdau, the first North American steelmaker to earn B Corp Certification, we’re producing the lowest embodied carbon steel in the U.S.—and we want you to help lead the way.

We Have:

• A strong global presence with mini-mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the automotive industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.    

• A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation and creates products that serve humanity.  

• An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability. 

• A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology. 

We Offer:

• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire 

• Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account) 

• 100% Matching 401K up to 6% 

• Life/Accidental Life Insurance 

• Bonuses 

• Health Advocate Services 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• Tuition Reimbursement Program 

• Career Path System and Training 

• An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create 

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in maintenance reliability within a heavy industrial, steel mill, or manufacturing environment.
• Certification in reliability engineering (e.g., CMRP, CRE) is a plus.
• Experience with steelmaking or heavy manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong understanding of predictive and preventive maintenance techniques.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) for tracking maintenance activities and asset performance.
• Knowledge of reliability methodologies such as RCM, RCFA, FMEA, and TPM.
• Proficiency in data analysis and troubleshooting industrial mechanical and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as OSHA, ASTM.
• Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• A willingness to perform functions in the field with the technicians is critical to success in this role. 
• Certification in reliability engineering (e.g., CMRP, CRE) is a plus.
• Experience with steelmaking or heavy manufacturing equipment.

What You Will Do:

• Develop and implement reliability and predictive maintenance strategies for critical equipment, including rolling mills, furnaces, cranes, and material handling systems.
• Conduct root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) to identify and mitigate recurring issues.
• Utilize condition monitoring technologies such as vibration analysis, thermography, and lubrication analysis to detect early signs of failure.
• Work with maintenance and operations teams to optimize preventive maintenance (PM) programs and ensure best practices are followed.
• Identify and recommend improvements to increase equipment availability, reduce maintenance costs, and enhance overall operational efficiency.
• Develop and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) related to equipment reliability and maintenance effectiveness.
• Assist in planning and execution of major equipment overhauls and capital improvement projects.
• Collaborate with OEMs, suppliers, and contractors to ensure optimal equipment performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical support and training to maintenance teams to enhance troubleshooting and reliability knowledge.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

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