Boiler Reliability Engineer
Reworld Waste · Forest Home, TN
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $116,200 / year
- Forest Home, TN
Job highlights
- Ensure critical boiler system reliability and performance.
- Conduct field inspections and condition assessments.
- Develop outage plans and maintenance strategies.
- Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering.
- Travel frequently for hands-on site support.
About the role
About the Role
We are seeking a hands-on Boiler Reliability Engineer to support the performance, reliability, and lifecycle management of critical boiler systems across Reworld operating facilities. This role partners closely with site operations, maintenance teams, and engineering resources to plan and execute inspections, support outages, and implement maintenance strategies that reduce failures and improve overall plant reliability. This is a field-focused position with significant travel and direct involvement in outage execution, inspections, and technical assessments.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute boiler outage inspection plans, ensuring adequate resources and thorough evaluations during planned and unplanned outages.
- Perform and coordinate condition assessments of boiler pressure parts, refractory, high-energy piping, and flue gas systems.
- Review inspection results and provide clear recommendations to facility leadership during and after outages.
- Prepare condition assessment reports and executive summaries, including risk prioritization and maintenance recommendations.
- Support development of long-term maintenance planning and lifecycle strategies for boiler components.
- Review pressure part replacement scopes and coordinate with vendors to ensure quality, specifications, and delivery requirements are met.
- Oversee and participate in QA/QC inspections, including shop inspections and field verification.
- Coordinate inspections of related systems including scrubbers, baghouses, and flue gas ductwork.
- Partner with engineering and corporate teams on material evaluations, standards, and improvement initiatives.
- Maintain and analyze historical equipment data to support reliability improvements and failure reduction strategies.
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience in boiler systems, maintenance, or project management.
- 1–3+ years of relevant experience preferred, with flexibility based on capability and exposure.
- Experience supporting outages, inspections, repairs, or maintenance in an industrial or power generation environment.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and mechanical documentation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate risk and prioritize actions.
- Effective communication skills, including ability to summarize technical findings for multiple audiences.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with AutoCAD or similar tools is a plus.
Work Environment
- Primarily field-based in industrial plant environments, including boiler and associated systems.
- Requires use of PPE and ability to work in confined space and elevated areas.
- Frequent travel to support outages, inspections, and maintenance activities.
- Occasional off-shift and weekend work required to support outage schedules.
Benefits
In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays. Additional details are available at https://www.reworldwaste.com/careers/benefits.
Key skills/competency
- Boiler Systems
- Reliability Engineering
- Maintenance Strategy
- Condition Assessment
- Outage Management
- Risk Prioritization
- Mechanical Documentation
- Problem-Solving
- Communication Skills
- Industrial Plants
Skills & topics
- Boiler Reliability Engineer
- Boiler Systems
- Reliability Engineering
- Maintenance
- Outage Management
- Condition Assessment
- Industrial Engineering
- Power Generation
- Mechanical Engineering
- Plant Operations
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight specific experience with boiler systems, outage support, and reliability engineering to match the job description.
- Showcase analytical skills: Emphasize your ability to interpret technical drawings, assess risks, and prioritize maintenance actions.
- Demonstrate communication expertise: Provide examples of how you've effectively communicated technical findings to diverse audiences.
- Prepare for field scenarios: Be ready to discuss your experience working in industrial environments and your understanding of safety protocols.
- Research Reworld's mission: Understand their commitment to sustainability and carbon-negative outcomes, and how this role contributes.
Technical preparation
Study boiler system components and failure modes.,Review industry standards for boiler inspections.,Practice interpreting engineering drawings.,Understand maintenance planning principles.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex equipment failure you analyzed.,How do you prioritize competing maintenance needs?,Give an example of a successful outage you supported.,How do you communicate technical risks to management?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Boiler Reliability Engineer role at Reworld?
- The Boiler Reliability Engineer at Reworld focuses on ensuring the performance, reliability, and lifecycle management of critical boiler systems through hands-on support, inspections, and maintenance strategy development.
- What kind of experience is preferred for the Boiler Reliability Engineer position?
- Reworld prefers candidates with 1-3+ years of experience in boiler systems, maintenance, or project management, particularly supporting outages, inspections, or repairs in an industrial or power generation environment.
- Is this a remote or field-based role for the Boiler Reliability Engineer at Reworld?
- This is a primarily field-based position requiring significant travel to Reworld operating facilities to support outages, inspections, and maintenance activities.
- What educational background is required for the Boiler Reliability Engineer role?
- A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience in boiler systems, maintenance, or project management is required for the Boiler Reliability Engineer position.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Boiler Reliability Engineer at Reworld?
- Key responsibilities include developing outage inspection plans, conducting condition assessments, recommending maintenance strategies, reviewing replacement scopes, and analyzing equipment data for reliability improvements.
- What is the salary range for the Boiler Reliability Engineer position at Reworld?
- The pay range for the Boiler Reliability Engineer position at Reworld is $87,300.00 - $116,200.00 USD annually, with the final salary determined by experience, skills, and other factors.
- Does Reworld offer benefits for the Boiler Reliability Engineer role?
- Yes, Reworld offers a comprehensive benefits package for this role, including medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans, a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave, paid time off, and paid holidays.