Reliability Engineer

The AES Corporation

. Analyze reliability and availability of MV/HV hardware and components .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $87,000 - $104,550 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in analyzing and optimizing the reliability of MV/HV systems, including performing root cause analysis and implementing asset reliability strategies. Proficient in using CMMS/ERP systems and data analytics tools to enhance operational efficiency and safety.

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MV/HV System OperationRoot Cause Analysis (FMEA)Reliability Metric Calculations (MTBF, MTTR)CMMS (SAP PM) ProficiencyRenewable Power Generation Experience

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Hard Skills

Root Cause AnalysisReliability Metrics CalculationElectrical Equipment SchematicsData AnalyticsCondition Monitoring SystemsControl LogicPower Electronic DevicesLife-Cycle Cost ModelingElectrical Monitoring SystemsThermal Imaging Practices

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsMentoringCollaborationProblem-SolvingDedication to Safety Culture

Tools & Technologies

CMMS (SAP PM)SCADA SystemsMicrosoft OfficePythonSQLCAD Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer QualificationCMRP CertificationCRE CertificationOSHA 10 Certification

Industry Keywords

High Power Electrical SystemsRenewable Power GenerationSubstation IntegrationHVACElectrical SubsystemsBESSPV GenerationDC WiringUtility Interconnection PracticesContract Terms

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze reliability and availability of MV/HV hardware and components
Perform root cause analysis for equipment failures and develop recommendations to optimize asset reliability, coordinating remediation with OEMs as needed
Lead and facilitate major repairs at operational sites
Evaluate operational sites for repowering and retrofit opportunities, including cost-benefit analysis and long-term repower planning
Implement practices to improve uptime and efficiency
Oversee asset master data structure within CMMS/ERP systems, including asset hierarchies, bills of materials, and criticality assessments
Serve as a technical and engineering domain expert for reliable and available MV/HV system operation
Develop and implement asset reliability strategies for MV/HV portfolios
Establish fleet-level standard processes for maintenance activities and hardware configuration
Identify root causes of performance problems and facilitate action plans
Collaborate with Operations and Engineering teams on troubleshooting, repair, and remediation plans
Work with OEMs to identify and eliminate equipment defects
Design equipment modifications and coordinate AES subcontractors and vendors
Lead FMEA development and implementation for critical assets
Facilitate continuous improvement of maintenance practices with operations personnel and third-party vendors
Assess vendor business cases, such as warranty extensions and self-perform maintenance packages
Perform Job Safety Assessments and Safety Walks
Implement electrical monitoring systems and thermal imaging practices
Scope and implement operations tools and software using SAP and work management processes
Own reliability KPI calculations
Participate in growth planning, process-improvement task forces, and strategic planning
Present operational issues to new project development teams for design and equipment-selection improvements
Perform life-cycle cost modeling to inform equipment and component selection
Provide reliability feedback during design reviews
Improve processes for safe, quality, high-reliability projects
Stay educated on technology, standard methodologies, and safety trends
Mentor junior reliability engineers
Travel up to 10–15% to project locations and partner offices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in engineering or equivalent technical field
2+ years professional experience in engineering with a focus on measuring and maintaining equipment reliability, with an emphasis on high power electrical systems
Hands-on experience in operations and/or commissioning, ideally with electrical equipment manufacturing, testing and/or maintenance
Experience in renewable power generation and familiarity with MV/HV technology, including generators, electrical subsystems, PCS, BESS, PV generation, DC wiring, controls, substation integration, and HVAC
Experience leading root cause and failure modes analysis methods (FMEA)
Experience with reliability metric calculations, MTBF, MTTR, Weibull, etc.
High proficiency with reading and understanding equipment/facility schematics
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Experience using data analytics and database tools
Experience with CMMS (SAP PM)
Experience with SCADA and condition monitoring systems
Dedication to a quality safety culture and an incident-free work environment
Willingness to travel within the U.S. to support the company’s portfolio of substation assets
Personal values consistent with AES Corporation values: Safety, Integrity, Excellence, Agility and Fun
Professional Engineer qualifications or progress toward qualification is a plus
CMRP certification is a plus
CRE certification is a plus
Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering is a plus
Experience with control logic and power electronic devices is a plus
Experience with renewable power production, utility interconnection practices, and contract terms is a plus
OSHA 10 is a plus
Proficiency in Python or other beyond-Excel analysis tools is a plus
Proficiency in SQL programming is a plus
Proficiency with CAD tools is a plus
Spanish language skills are a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Life insurance
401(k) eligibility
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave