Reliability Engineer -Fixed Equipment Engineer

Senior Reliability Engineer in Minot, North Dakota

work hybrid M & F from home and T-Th in office. 9/80 schedule

Position Overview

Join our Upstream Reliability Engineering team and play a pivotal role in optimizing the availability and performance of fixed equipment for the North Dakota Upstream Asset, including wells and pads. Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Operations, Maintenance, Condition Monitoring, Infrastructure, and Supply Chain to drive reliability improvements, analyze equipment performance, and lead defect elimination initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive reliability roadmap for assigned equipment, addressing criticality, availability, and vulnerabilities.
• Optimize preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance strategies using failure history, inspections, and cost-benefit analyses.
• Contribute to capital projects by ensuring reliability and maintenance criteria are integrated into new equipment installations.
• Analyze predictive maintenance data and oversee corrective actions.
• Provide advanced technical support to restore equipment to optimal working condition.
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis (RCA) for complex equipment issues.
• Establish and monitor reliability metrics (e.g., MTBF, MTTR).
• Train operators and mechanics on equipment issues to build team understanding and competence.
• Identify and lead projects aimed at improving equipment reliability.
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies to enhance performance and reduce maintenance costs.
• Support the development of equipment overhaul scopes of work (SOW).
• Collaborate with internal and third-party teams to assess capabilities and maintain quality standards.
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned equipment, overseeing MOCs, barrier failure approvals, and criticality assessments.
• Lead interdisciplinary reliability teams and mentor Maintenance Engineers.

Work Environment

• Office-based role located in Minot or Tioga, operating on a 5/2 (9/80) schedule with occasional field visits as needed.

Requirements

Qualifications

Experience:

• Minimum 8+ years in refining, petrochemical, oil and gas, or related heavy industries (e.g., energy, military maintenance, mining).
• Strong experience in reliability-focused organizations, with additional maintenance and operations expertise preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in industry standards and processes (e.g., ASME, API, ANSI, RCM, FMEA).
• Expertise in fixed equipment (piping, flanges, pressure vessels, heat exchangers) and rotating equipment (pumps, compressors, turbines, etc.).
• Working knowledge of electrical systems (low/medium voltage motors, VFDs) and control systems.
• Advanced understanding of failure analysis, predictive maintenance, and condition monitoring technologies.
• Familiarity with work management systems, preventive maintenance strategies, and equipment master data.
• Strong grasp of EHS procedures (e.g., Permit to Work, Energy Isolation, PPE).

Soft Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication with the ability to lead, coach, and train teams.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective prioritization and planning skills, managing multiple deadlines with flexibility to provide after-hours technical support.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering required.
• Certification in reliability engineering processes or methods preferred.

Benefits

described below 

Benefits Summary: 

• Paid vacation & holiday 
• 401k with up to 7% company contributions  
• Health Care Coverage: 3 plan levels, including family options 
• Dental and Vision Plans  
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) 
• Basic life, AD&D, and LTD insurance provided at no cost 
• Short-term disability (STD) available with shared cost 
• Voluntary additional coverage options, including accident, cancer, and critical illness insurance 
• Continuing education opportunities, including tuition assistance 

Additional perks: 

• Personal Concierge Service for tasks like reservations, event planning, and travel booking 
• Medical bill Saver for health bill negotiations and discounts, with healthcare decision support 
• Wellness Initiatives, including nutritional counseling, health screenings, and flu shots 
• Mental Health Support partners offering therapy and coaching, with 12 free sessions per year 
• Fitness Discounts at YMCA and Anytime Fitness, with special rates and perks 
• Childcare Benefits through KinderCare, offering a 10% tuition discount 
• Employee discount savings on cell phone plans, pet insurance, theme parks, movies, and concerts 
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling and referrals for emotional, family, and work-related issues 

Like we said, they are an employee friendly company!