Boiler Reliability Engineer

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.

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
• Maintain and analyze historical equipment data to support reliability improvements and failure reduction strategies
• 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

Requirements

• 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

Qualifications

• Primarily field-focused position with significant travel and direct involvement in outage execution, inspections, and technical assessments
• 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

Skills

• Technical proficiency in boiler systems and maintenance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD (or similar tools)

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.

Pay

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $87,300.00 - $116,200.00 USD per annum

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld’s reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable).

DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.