We are seeking a results-driven and technically accomplished Vice President – Reliability and Performance to lead enterprise-wide strategies that enhance the reliability, availability, and performance of critical mechanical systems, with a strong focus on gas and steam turbine systems, rotating equipment, and supporting assets. The VP will spearhead initiatives across engineering, maintenance, asset integrity, and digital analytics to drive sustainable operational excellence and equipment longevity.
Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight to optimize the performance, reliability, and lifecycle management of turbine systems and critical rotating equipment, while embedding reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), condition-based monitoring, and asset performance management (APM) across the organization.
Lead the reliability strategy and governance across all sites with a focus on gas turbines, steam turbines, compressors, and balance-of-plant mechanical systems.
Develop and implement world-class Asset Performance Management (APM) and Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) programs.
Establish KPIs and performance dashboards to monitor and improve equipment uptime, MTBF, MTTR, and asset health.
Collaborate with engineering, operations, and digital teams to implement predictive maintenance using analytics, IoT sensors, and machine learning tools.
Provide executive-level guidance during root cause failure analysis (RCFA), major overhauls, and lifecycle extension projects.
Lead technical due diligence for major capital investments involving turbine or critical mechanical systems.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards across reliability programs.
Build and mentor cross-functional teams of reliability engineers, performance analysts, and rotating equipment experts.
Interface with OEMs, technical consultants, and technology providers to ensure optimal asset support and innovation adoption.
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Reliability Engineering, or related field.
15+ years of experience in heavy industry (power generation, oil & gas, petrochemicals, or aerospace), including 10+ years focused on turbine systems or critical rotating equipment.
At least 5 years in a senior leadership or executive role overseeing reliability or asset performance programs.
Turbine expertise – deep technical knowledge of gas/steam turbine operations, degradation modes, and lifecycle management.
Reliability Engineering – expert in RCM, FMEA, RCFA, vibration analysis, and thermographic diagnostics.
Digital APM tools – experienced with software platforms like GE APM, AVEVA, IBM Maximo, or similar.
Strategic vision – ability to shape and lead reliability programs across multi-site operations.
Leadership – proven capability to manage large technical teams and foster high-performance culture.
Change management – strong in implementing process and technology transformations across functions.
Communication – executive-level presentation, stakeholder engagement, and reporting skills.
Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) or equivalent
API 687 (Rotor Repair/Reconditioning) or OEM turbine certifications
Six Sigma Black Belt / Lean Reliability (preferred)
Professional Engineer (PE) license (a plus)
Executive-level travel across operating sites and OEM/vendor facilities as required.
Involves oversight of high-value, high-risk assets in critical production environments.
Expected to interface with board members, senior executives, and regulatory authorities as needed.