Job Description

Primary purpose:

The Reliability Engineering Manager will lead a team in optimizing asset performance and maximizing operational efficiency by implementing a best-in-class reliability engineering program. This role is instrumental in driving cost reduction, improving safety, and enhancing overall business profitability through the elimination of equipment failures and downtime.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive reliability strategy aligned with the company's production and safety goals.
• Build and lead a high-performing reliability engineering team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ownership of Major Maintenance Program (MMP) budgeting and execution
• Lead development of KPI’s to track reliability metrics, Lost Profit Opportunities (LPO) and savings created through implementation of reliability initiatives
• Create business case savings and return on investment to determine optimal strategies for maintaining assets.
• Conduct thorough failure analysis and root cause investigations on critical equipment and systems.
• Implement reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) strategies to optimize maintenance activities.
• Develop and implement predictive maintenance programs utilizing advanced technologies (vibration analysis, infrared thermography, etc.).
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify and implement reliability improvement initiatives.
• Analyze reliability data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement.
• Manage reliability budgets and resources effectively.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and safety requirements.
• Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.
• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
• Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Other daily, weekly, monthly or special project duties as identified and defined.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, or related field).
• A minimum of 8 years direct work experience in the energy industry.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• Advanced proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Proven track record of leading reliability engineering teams and achieving measurable results

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of reliability engineering principles, methodologies, and tools (FMEA, RCM, Weibull analysis, etc.).
• Strong understanding of oil and gas midstream processes and equipment.
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical software (e.g., Maximo, Excel, PI, SEEQ).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a challenging and dynamic environment.
• Experience developing and managing budgets.
• The individual must be self-motivated and willing to learn new and changing technologies.
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong presentation and report writing skills
• Position requires occasional travel
• Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work.
• Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate.

Physical Demands:

All of the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.

Working Conditions:

• Required to carry a cell phone, and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Must manage a group of engineering professionals.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

· Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) certification.

· Experience with asset management software and systems.

· Experience with condition-based monitoring technologies.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $175,000-$205,000/year

Tallgrass was named one of the Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

• Industry competitive pay
• Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Infertility Coverage
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
• Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
• Identity theft protection
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company vehicle (if applicable)
• Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
• Networking and employee engagement events
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.

Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.

EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.