Reliability Engineer (F/M/X)
Solvay · - Chicago Heights, IL
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Reliability
- Base pay
- $100k–$118k
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 10+ years
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level reliability role at Solvay (chemicals) in - Chicago Heights, IL.
- They ask for
- 10+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- OEE, Root cause, FMEA, Machining, AutoCAD, SAP
- Base pay
- $100k–$118k
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Reliability Engineer roles in Illinois: typical posted base $100k–$125k. This one lists $100k–$118k.
Median of the low and high ends of 11 live postings that list pay, out of 15 reliability engineer openings in Illinois, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Illinois plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 14 other live reliability postings in Illinois.
- Base pay
- About 8% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- More than usual (10+ vs 5+)
Typical $102k–$135k, from 10 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 53%
- TPM 33%
- ✓ SAP 33%
- Lean 33%
- Team leadership 27%
- ✓ FMEA 27%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Machining, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at Solvay
Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.
- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
This plant: Solvay in - Chicago Heights
1 other open role at this site.
- Maintenance Supervisor (F/M/X) · Reliability · Supervisor
Full description from SolvayAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
About the role
Our Maintenance team focuses on Plant Reliability and equipment availability targets in close collaboration with the Production, Process, Safety, and Project teams.
As a Reliability Engineer based at our Chicago Heights plant, you will provide focused analysis and technical direction to eliminate equipment failures and maximize overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). You will develop and drive a formalized, structured reliability program that ensures equipment operates with high reliability while meeting budgeted production volumes, quality targets, and life-cycle cost efficiencies.
qualifications
listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
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Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.
You will be accountable for
- •Analyzing equipment data using Pareto analysis, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and FMEA processes to eliminate recurring "bad actors" and minimize downtime.
- •Managing capital projects from conception through mechanical completion and commissioning, including RFQ preparation, contract review, and contractor management.
- •Overseeing the PM/PdM program by developing, modifying, and monitoring preventive and predictive maintenance activities, inspection frequencies, and training.
- •Maintaining Mechanical Integrity (MI) program documentation to ensure complete compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.
- •Optimizing plant resources by monitoring the spare parts inventory, conducting field walk-downs, and writing clear, concise work procedures.
We offer emplolyment based on onsite working mode.
About you
Engineering degree required. 5-10 years of plant maintenance and construction experience at a chemical plant.
Must be certified as an API vessel and piping inspector and hold a Category II (or higher) vibration analyst certification. Candidates without these certifications must be willing and able to obtain them within 1 year of employment.
Competencies
- •Extensive experience in rebuilding centrifugal pumps, multi-stage compressors, gearboxes, blowers, and electrical motors, with a general awareness of pipe fitting, rigging, masonry, fabrication, electrical, instrumentation, and machining disciplines.
- •Proficient in using SAP for planning, scheduling, and documenting maintenance work orders, with strong skills in Microsoft Office or Google Suite, and experience with AutoCAD.
- •Good knowledge of English language (written and verbal).
Behaviors
- •Communication.
- •Teamwork.
- •Creativity.
- •Problem solving.
About the pay and benefits
- •Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the USA base pay reasonably expected for this role is $100,000 to $118,000 per year, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
- •Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
- •Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
- •Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.
About us
Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.
We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or
