Reliability Engineer

Reliability Engineer - JLL Work Dynamics

What this job involves: As a Reliability Engineer at JLL, you will provide reliability engineering support for operations and maintenance of buildings, infrastructure, and equipment assets while coordinating and collaborating with the Engineering Services Reliability & Asset Management COE. This role requires you to implement strategic asset management plans that integrate client existing systems including building automation, energy management, maintenance programs, and life-cycle asset management approaches. You'll develop analysis methods to determine reliability of components, equipment, and processes in accordance with JLL's enhanced Reliability & Asset Management program while acquiring and analyzing data from connected systems to continually improve maintenance program strategy. This position involves conducting ongoing maintenance maturity assessments, overseeing root cause failure analysis of equipment failures, and determining cost advantages of alternatives while developing action plans that comply with internal and external customer demands reflecting JLL's commitment to sustainable asset management and operational excellence.

What your day-to-day will look like:

Asset Management and Strategic Integration:

* Work under general direction of Engineering Services Reliability & Asset Management platform for deploying client's strategic asset management plan

* Integrate data from BAS, automated fault detection diagnostic engines, maintenance programs, and capital planning processes

* Develop life-cycle analyses and recommendations for repair vs. replacement decisions using comprehensive data analytics

* Support execution of site level Asset Management & Reliability programs and processes to effectively increase machine and facility system reliability

* Conduct program and system/equipment audits on periodic and as-needed basis focusing on safety, regulatory compliance, maintenance effectiveness, cost savings, and energy conservation

* Coordinate use of other engineers, technicians, and third-party resources to accomplish cost-effective Asset Management & Reliability improvements

Reliability Engineering and Analysis:

* Create and manage equipment preventative maintenance (PM) tasks for continuous improvement and PM optimization

* Rank criticality of assets under care using Reliability Centered Maintenance approaches while defining proactive maintenance approaches

* Create and conduct Reliability studies while understanding drawings and schematics for comprehensive equipment analysis

* Create risk mitigation strategies for critical assets that can be deployed across asset portfolio

* Investigate new technologies for reliability improvements while considering cost impact on recommended action plans

* Perform root cause failure analysis to help prevent failures and facilitate operational event investigations

* Oversee root cause failure analysis (RCFA) of equipment failures to determine required corrective action

Condition-Based Maintenance and Predictive Technologies:

* Apply understanding of moving and rotating equipment including pumps, motors, gearboxes, conveyors from operations and maintenance perspective

* Utilize predictive maintenance technologies including vibration analysis, oil analysis, infrared thermography, ultrasound, and motor current analysis

* Plan and perform engineering operations while monitoring operations center systems and RCM program implementation

* Conduct equipment condition assessments while identifying and managing continuous improvement systems for chronic "bad actor" equipment

* Apply Root Cause Analysis, Equipment Criticality Ranking, PM/PdM optimization, Defect Elimination, and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis

* Incorporate condition-based maintenance (CbM) and predictive testing and inspection (PT&I) technologies

Workflow Management and Performance Monitoring:

* Maintain complete and accurate records/plans within computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) related to equipment specifications, BOM, failure history

* Develop and maintain Key Performance Indicators of equipment reliability for comprehensive performance tracking

* Ensure appropriate Maintenance and Reliability metrics are in place including planned/unplanned work, planning/scheduling metrics, cost metrics, MTBF, replacement asset value

* Maintain and analyze equipment history for future trends while actively collaborating with Maintenance and Planning groups

* Conduct ongoing maintenance maturity assessments to assure progress to plan

Capital Asset Renewal and Planning:

* Execute multi-discipline facility condition assessments across multiple labs, manufacturing, office, and distribution locations in Americas

* Inspect, document, and prioritize asset and field conditions to evaluate remaining useful life

* Document findings in detailed written reports and database format for comprehensive capital planning support

* Compile and prioritize portfolio wide findings for client capital planning and lifecycle asset management programs

* Support commissioning activities for all upgrade, renovation, and construction projects including PM job plans, maintainability reviews, critical spares, documentation

Required Qualifications:

Education and Experience: * BS in Engineering discipline, mechanical or electrical preferred

* Five to 10 years' experience implementing RCM, CbM/PdM methods, operating building automation and energy management systems

* Thorough understanding of asset management, data analytics, and capital planning approaches

* Experience with building automation systems and automated fault detection & diagnostics with integration of connected systems

Industry and Technical Knowledge: * Experience in critical/regulated environments preferred (data centers, laboratories, manufacturing environments, automotive, petro-chemicals, pharmaceuticals)

* Extensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression systems

* Extensive knowledge of commercial, critical, manufacturing, labs, or distribution facility types required

* Ability to use variety of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and IT tools

Technical and Analytical Skills: * Proven ability to read, comprehend, and apply information from technical manuals and reference materials

* Ability to make informed recommendations in situations where data sets may be incomplete

* Strong Microsoft Excel skills with ability to manipulate large amounts of data accurately using different spreadsheet formats

* Ability to balance multiple stakeholder requirements while interpreting organizational goals and strategy

Professional Competencies: * Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative approach reflecting "One Family, One JLL" culture

* Self-starter with flexible and open-minded approach to working with drive to go "Beyond"

* Systematic approach to work with high attention to detail and ability to work without direct supervision

* Embraces change and develops innovative solutions while challenging the "status quo"

* Energizes others by showing passion and commitment while actively seeking feedback for continuous improvement

* Self-aware with advocacy for self-development and team performance enhancement

Preferred Certifications: * Certified Reliability Leader preferred

* Certified Maintenance Reliability Professional preferred

* Level 2 thermography certification preferred

* Level 2 vibration certification preferred

* Level 2 ultrasound certification preferred

Position Characteristics: * Assignments are broad in nature and require appreciable originality and ingenuity to complete

* Considerable latitude for un-reviewed actions or decisions within established frameworks

* Matrix reporting back to client's lead engineer (FM) while supporting JLL operational compliance program

Career Development Opportunities: * Opportunities for growth and career development with potential responsibility for management of junior staff

* Support for achieving external qualifications and becoming globally recognized in RAM (Reliability & Asset Management)

* Technical subject matter expert development with comprehensive training and certification support