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    Kohler Co.

    Home Goods Manufacturing

    Staff Engineer, Maintenance and Reliability

    HUNTSVILLE, United StatesOn-SiteFull-time$103.9k – $160k / yearPosted 1mo ago
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    Job description

    Staff Engineer, Maintenance and Reliability

    Work Mode: Onsite

    Location: Onsite - Huntsville, AL

    Opportunity

    Originates and develops analysis methods to determine reliability of components, equipment, and processes. Acquires and analyzes data. Prepares diagrams, charts, drawings, calculations, and reports to define reliability problems and make recommendations for improvements. Conducts an analysis of reliability issues and investigates to determine the required reliability approach for the situation, with consideration given to the cost limitations for equipment uptime/downtime, repair/replacement costs and weight, size, and availability of materials/equipment. Determines cost advantages of alternatives and develops action plans that comply with internal/external customer demands for reliability processes/equipment to avoid failures.

    Specific Responsibilities

    • Lead root cause analysis (RCA) using 5-Why, Fishbone, and FMEA methods.
    • Develop and optimize preventive/predictive maintenance programs (PM/PdM).
    • Analyze OEE, MTTR, MTBF trends and drive measurable improvements.Partner with operations to reduce downtime and improve throughput.
    • Support capital projects, equipment installation, and commissioning.
    • Own CMMS (SAP PM) data quality, job plans, and asset history.
    • Standardize maintenance procedures and spare parts strategies.
    • Support workforce planning including skill gap identification and training plans.
    • Coordinate contractors and vendors ensuring safety and performance compliance.
    • Drive continuous improvement culture (proactive maintenance, standard work, accountability).
    • Ensure compliance with LOTO, safety, and environmental standards.
    • Engage in Tier 2/3 escalation support for maintenance reliability topics.

    Skills/Requirements

    • Bachelor's degree required in an engineering discipline.
    • 5+ years applicable experience in engineering, operations, consulting, or quality management.
    • Experience with PLCs, automation, and industrial systems.
    • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

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    Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

    We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $103,900 - $160,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.

    Why Choose Kohler?
    We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
    About Us
    It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].  Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. 

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    About the company

    Kohler Co.

    Kohler Co. is a global leader in kitchen and bath design and technology, as well as a manufacturer of furniture, cabinetry, tile, and other home goods.

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