Reliability Engineer

Millar Western Forest Products Ltd.’s Slave Lake Pulp Division is seeking a Reliability Engineer to enhance mill operations by optimizing preventative and predictive maintenance programs. The successful candidate will lead root cause investigations, analyze downtime trends, and implement solutions to improve asset reliability. They will oversee predictive maintenance technologies, support risk-based inspections, and collaborate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to develop strategic reliability plans. This role also involves troubleshooting, shutdown planning, and contractor coordination, ensuring maintenance best practices drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate

The ideal candidate will hold an Engineering Degree from an accredited institution and be eligible for P.Eng. certification. They will have a minimum of five years of experience in an industrial environment, with a strong background in reliability systems and root cause investigations. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential, as this role requires effective collaboration across all levels of the organization. While experience in the pulp and paper industry is considered an asset, candidates with a solid foundation in industrial maintenance and reliability will be well-suited for this position.

Why work for us?

Millar Western is a privately-owned company active in the forest products business for more than a century. Operating high-tech pulp mills supplied with sustainably sourced fibre, the company provides stable, full-time employment in lively, friendly communities offering an excellent quality of life.

The company offers:

1. a competitive wage and benefits program that includes a defined contribution pension plan and comprehensive dental and health insurance benefits
2. a commitment to the highest safety standards, with a safety program recognized under initiatives such as Partners in Injury Reduction and Work Safe Alberta
3. a collaborative and respectful work environment that values the skills of our people and encourages them to take on new challenges and advance within the organization
4. a chance to live where you work – no commuting or camps

This position is located in Slave Lake, Alberta, a dynamic and family-oriented community, located 255 km from Edmonton and offering excellent amenities and a great quality of life.

Millar Western is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.