Reliability Engineer

Fort McMurray, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 8, 2026
1 position

$80–$95 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

Develop and sustain reliability strategies for critical fixed equipment by analyzing operating histories, inspection reports, failure data, and maintenance records. Facilitate RCM and RBI assessments, evaluate equipment degradation and asset integrity risks, and recommend risk-based inspection, maintenance, monitoring, and mitigation strategies.

Job details

Adecco is currently hiring a full-time experienced Reliability Engineer - Fixed Equipment & Asset Integrity to join our client's team in Fort McMurray, Alberta. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled engineering professional with expertise in fixed equipment reliability, inspections, risk assessments, and asset integrity within heavy industrial operations. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the development and sustainment of asset strategies for critical fixed equipment while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize reliability, manage risk, and improve operational performance. You will have experience facilitating Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) assessments and be passionate about maintaining safe, reliable, and efficient operations. Pay Rate: $80- $95/hr (based on experience) Location: Fort McMurray, AB Shift: Monday to Friday | 8 hours per day | 40 hours per week Job type: Temporary Contract | Full-time This is a site-based position in Fort McMurray, AB. Candidates must currently reside in the area or be willing to relocate. This is not a camp-based or FIFO (Fly-In/Fly-Out) role. Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and sustain fixed equipment reliability strategies for critical assets. Collect, review, and analyze equipment operating histories, inspection reports, failure data, and maintenance records. Facilitate and support Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) assessments. Evaluate equipment degradation mechanisms, damage mechanisms, and asset integrity risks. Assess probability of failure and consequences of failure using industry-recognized methodologies, including API 581 principles. Develop risk-based inspection, maintenance, monitoring, and mitigation strategies to improve asset performance and reliability. Support continuous improvement initiatives related to asset reliability and risk management. Provide technical recommendations to support safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations. Ensure compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. Qualifications and Skills: Candidates must currently reside in the fort McMurray area or be willing to relocate. This is not a camp-based or FIFO (Fly-In/Fly-Out) role. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Engineering. Must be a Professional Engineer (PEng) with APEGA Alternative engineering disciplines may be considered with demonstrated experience in fixed equipment reliability, RCM, and RBI strategy development. Minimum 5-10 years of experience in refining, upgrading, petrochemical or oil sands operations. Proven experience facilitating and leading RCM and RBI assessments for fixed equipment. Strong understanding of equipment integrity management and asset reliability practices. Experience applying API 581 methodology is considered a strong asset. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Strong facilitation and presentation skills. Ability to interpret technical data and translate findings into actionable strategies. Highly organized with strong attention to detail. Results-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence. Must be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada Are you interested in this position? Apply now! Our dynamic team of recruiters will reach out if you qualify for this role. At Adecco our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we’re making the future work for everyone. Please reach out to learn how the Aspire Academy can upskill you into your next role.

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Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Engineering and Professional Engineer registration with APEGA; alternative engineering disciplines may be considered with relevant experience. Candidates need 5–10 years of experience in refining, upgrading, petrochemical, or oil sands operations, including leading RCM and RBI assessments, and must reside in or be willing to relocate to Fort McMurray and be legally eligible to work in Canada.