Production Reliability Engineer

ManpowerGroup; Westlake (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Health Savings Account

Health Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Act?

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Business Travel Insurance

401(k) Plus Match

Weekly Pay

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Production Reliability Engineer in Westlake, LA to drive reliability and process improvements across chemical manufacturing operations. You will analyze, design, and optimize mechanical and instrumentation systems, lead capital projects, and ensure safe, compliant, and efficient processes.

Collaboration with vendors and operations teams is essential for success. The ideal candidate will have a chemical or mechanical engineering background, experience in a chemical

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Experience working in a chemical plant environment with mechanical equipment design, troubleshooting, and reliability assessment.
• Proficiency in developing process flow diagrams, P&IDs, and performing mass and energy balances.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform data and statistical analysis to inform decision-making.
• Ability to lead projects through all phases, from design to startup, with excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement process and procedural improvements to increase capacity, reduce costs, and enhance safety and quality in chemical manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot existing processes to improve operating efficiency and reliability of mechanical and instrumentation systems.
• Oversee capital projects from initial concept through to commissioning, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery.
• Develop and refine process equipment specifications, including reactors, agitators, heat exchangers, pumps, and filters, collaborating with vendors and operations teams.
• Lead or participate in safety and process hazard analysis teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards and best practices.

Education

Chemical or Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Our client, a leader in chemical manufacturing, is seeking a dedicated and innovative Production Reliability Engineer to join their dynamic team. As a key member of the Operations Department supporting manufacturing and process improvement initiatives, you will bring your expertise, enthusiasm, and problem‑solving skills to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and quality. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical abilities, collaborative spirit, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement, aligning successfully within a diverse and inclusive organization.

Job Title:

Production Reliability Engineer

Location:

Westlake, Louisiana

What's the Job?

• Identify and implement process and procedural improvements to increase capacity, reduce costs, and enhance safety and quality in chemical manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot existing processes to improve operating efficiency and reliability of mechanical and instrumentation systems.
• Oversee capital projects from initial concept through to commissioning, ensuring timely and within‑budget delivery.
• Develop and refine process equipment specifications, including reactors, agitators, heat exchangers, pumps, and filters, collaborating with vendors and operations teams.
• Lead or participate in safety and process hazard analysis teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards and best practices.

What's Needed?

• Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Experience working in a chemical plant environment with mechanical equipment design, troubleshooting, and reliability assessment.
• Proficiency in developing process flow diagrams, P&IDs, and performing mass and energy balances.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform data and statistical analysis to inform decision‑making.
• Ability to lead projects through all phases, from design to startup, with excellent communication and teamwork skills.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work in a forward‑thinking organization committed to safety and continuous improvement.
• Engagement in meaningful projects that impact global manufacturing processes.
• Collaborative work environment that values innovation and professional growth.
• Supportive team culture emphasizing diversity and inclusion.
• Potential for career advancement within a reputable industry leader.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast‑changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity – as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year – all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in‑demand talent.