Fixed Asset Reliability Engineer

Manpower, Inc.; Westlake (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. is assisting a leading petrochemical manufacturer in Westlake, Louisiana, in recruiting a Fixed Asset Reliability Engineer to strengthen plant reliability and asset integrity.

You will lead preventative strategies for fixed equipment, supervise RCFA investigations, interpret ASME/API codes, and partner with operations and maintenance to boost performance across the asset base.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, with metallurgy-related coursework preferred.
• 10+ years in fixed equipment design, fabrication, inspection, or related petrochemical/refining work.
• Extensive knowledge of ASME and API codes, equipment integrity practices, and NDT methods.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply P&IDs, drawings, and construction documents.
• Strong written and verbal communication, with ability to work in an industrial plant environment including confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for fixed equipment: vessels, exchangers, tanks, piping systems.
• Develop inspection, maintenance, and repair strategies to ensure integrity and reliability.
• Lead RCFA investigations to identify corrective actions.
• Review ASME/API codes and standards for design, repair, rerating, and alterations.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, turnaround, and engineering to improve asset performance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

On-call support

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ASME codes

API codes

NDT methods

P&IDs & drawings

SAP maintenance

Job description

Our client, a leading petrochemical manufacturing company, is seeking a Fixed Asset Reliability Engineer to join their team. As a Fixed Asset Reliability Engineer, you will be part of the Reliability Engineering team supporting plant operations and maintenance. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive problem-solving mindset which will align successfully within the organization.

Job Title: Fixed Asset Reliability Engineer

Location: Westlake, Louisiana 70669

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 10-hour shifts; Friday off

Pay Range: Competitive; based on experience

What’s the Job?

• Provide technical leadership and reliability support for fixed equipment including pressure vessels, heat exchangers, tanks, piping systems, and other stationary assets.
• Develop and execute inspection, maintenance, and repair strategies to ensure equipment integrity, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
• Investigate equipment failures and lead Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) activities to identify corrective and preventive actions.
• Review, interpret, and apply ASME and API codes and standards related to equipment design, repair, rerating, and alterations.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, turnaround, and engineering teams to improve asset performance and drive continuous reliability improvements.

What’s Needed?

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, preferably with metallurgy-related experience or coursework.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in fixed equipment design, fabrication, inspection, repair, or related disciplines within petrochemical or refining facilities.
• Extensive knowledge of ASME and API codes, equipment integrity practices, and non-destructive testing (NDT) methods.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply P&IDs, engineering drawings, and construction documents.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills along with the ability to work in an industrial plant environment, including confined spaces, elevated structures, and participation in on-call support as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of API 571, API 574, API 575, and NBIC standards.
• Experience using SAP maintenance and reliability systems.
• Experience conducting Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) using methodologies such as Cause Mapping and TapRooT®.
• Experience with Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Familiarity with fixed equipment design, assessment, and fitness-for-service software applications.

What’s in it for me?

• Opportunity to work with a leading petrochemical organization focused on operational excellence.
• Exposure to complex reliability and asset integrity projects in a large-scale manufacturing environment.
• Collaborative team culture with opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Chance to make a significant impact on plant reliability, safety, and long-term asset performance.