Mechanical Engineer - Maintenance & Reliability

About the role

Solenis, a global provider of water and hygiene solutions, is hiring a Mechanical Engineer - Maintenance & Reliability in Charleston. The engineer improves equipment reliability, mechanical integrity and asset performance, develops and implements maintenance strategies, supports equipment inspections and failure investigations, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives that maximize uptime, safety and operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Evaluate mechanical systems and equipment to ensure safe, reliable operation and identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and extend asset life.
• Coordinate equipment inspections, condition monitoring and non-destructive testing (NDT) activities.
• Conduct root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions to reduce recurring equipment issues.
• Support mechanical integrity programs and ensure compliance with safety, environmental and industry standards.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering and Maintenance teams on reliability and maintenance improvement projects.
• Maintain accurate inspection, maintenance and reliability records and communicate findings and recommendations.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5-8 years of experience in maintenance, reliability, mechanical integrity, or industrial/manufacturing operations.
• Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance programs, root cause investigations and reliability improvement methods.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, rotating equipment, pumps, piping and industrial maintenance practices.

What we offer

• Expected compensation of $77,270 to $113,322 plus discretionary bonuses.
• Medical, dental, vision and 401K benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.