Maintenance & Reliability Engineer

Arkema Inc; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturer is seeking a Maintenance & Reliability Engineer for their Grand Rapids site. The role involves supporting project and process improvements, managing contractors, and maintaining mechanical integrity. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in engineering and 2-5 years of experience in a chemical environment. Strong communication skills and knowledge of ISO standards are essential. This is an on-site position with potential for advancement into a managerial role.

Qualifications

• Two to five years' experience in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Good knowledge of ISO certifications and mechanical integrity programs.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office and other PC applications; SAP experience desired.
• Good knowledge of ISO certifications and mechanical integrity programs.
• Lean / Six Sigma experience desired.
• Ability to work with others internally and externally with professionalism.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support project and process improvement initiatives.
• Provide engineering support for plant processes.
• Manage contractor program and assist in planning plant shutdowns.
• Manage the contractor program through the Avetta system.
• Assist in planning plant shutdowns and turnaround activities.
• Support training and development of the maintenance department.
• Lead the maintenance department in the absence of the Maintenance and Engineering Manager.
• Provide early stage project evaluation including scope, layout, and cost estimates.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Lean/Six Sigma expertise

ISO certifications

Lean / Six Sigma

Contractor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or chemical engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k and more, starting on the first day of employment. Salary will be discussed with candidates.

SITUATION IN ORGANIZATION

Maintenance & Reliability Engineer reports directly to the Engineering / Maintenance Manager within the Grand Rapids site.

JOB DIMENSIONS

The role will support project and process improvement initiatives for the Grand Rapids site while also serving as the backup supervisor for the maintenance department.

KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Mechanical Integrity / Maintenance - 35%

• Assist in strategy determination, technical resourcing, procedure development, and coordination of task execution for mechanical integrity-related activities, including safety critical systems.
• Support maintenance and engineering resources on VIS spare parts management, including equipment priority classification and spare parts stocking level strategy.
• Assist the Maintenance and Engineering Manager in planning daily task assignments and priorities for maintenance personnel.
• Manage the contractor program through the Avetta system.
• Assist in planning plant shutdowns and turnaround activities.
• Support the training and development of the maintenance department.
• Lead the maintenance department in the absence of the Maintenance and Engineering Manager.

Project Support - 25%

• Provide early stage project evaluation (Front-End Loading) including scope, layout, and cost estimates for management review.
• Conduct site walkthroughs with contractors and prepare documentation for bid and project packages.
• Execute project plans while staying within the project budget and the overall capital plan.
• Assist the Maintenance and Engineering Manager in development of the five‑year capital plan for the site.
• Manage and direct contractors selected for the execution of capital projects.

Process Engineering - 20%

• Provide engineering support in the design, operation, and maintenance of plant processes, equipment, facilities, and mechanical integrity initiatives.
• Lead management of change and pre‑startup safety reviews for process changes.
• Develop, maintain, and update site P&ID's, drawings, flow diagrams, and other process safety related information.
• Provide technical guidance to plant operations personnel in troubleshooting process upsets.
• Support ISO / Arkema Integrated Management System (AIMS) programs.
• Participate in incident investigations as needed.
• Participate in Process Hazard Analysis reviews.
• Serve as the site ArkEnergy champion.

Process Automation - 20%

• Support plant operations in troubleshooting PLC / HMI systems.
• Manage PLC / HMI system life cycle through hardware and software updates.
• Serve as the site cybersecurity champion (RSSC‑L).
• Participate in Americas automation engineering network group meetings.

• Other duties as assigned.

CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT

• Position will work at the Grand Rapids plant site / is non‑remote.
• This position is expected to transition into a Maintenance and Reliability Manager role focus in one to two years.
• Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements.
• Comply with all Regulations, Legal and Internal Requirements of Arkema / CSP.
• Comply with the rules of the specific location as well as the rules set by the business unit (BU) and Arkema Inc.
• Comply with all standard procedures and work instructions, aka SP, SOP, PWI, TM, to ensure productivity, quality assurance and cost effectiveness.
• Identify and communicate potential gains or possible improvements to the management system.
• Participate in HES activities provided by site management and Arkema Inc. (e.g., Behavioral Base Safety, SafeStart, etc.).
• Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near‑miss, accident or injury incidents.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS / WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or chemical engineering.
• Two to five years' experience in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal); ability to work with limited supervision.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office and other PC applications; SAP experience desired.
• Good knowledge of ISO certifications and mechanical integrity programs.
• Lean / Six Sigma experience desired.
• Ability to work with others internally and externally with professionalism.
• Excellent organizational skills.

DEMONSTRATED COMPETENCIES

• Effective communication and organization skills required.
• Must have the ability to work independently and focus on detail.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Must have the ability to prioritize and organize daily work schedule.