Reliability Engineer

Westlake Chemical; Plaquemine (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical in Plaquemine, Louisiana, is seeking a technically skilled professional to provide assistance to maintenance supervision in repairing and improving process equipment. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in the petrochemical industry.

This role involves developing maintenance procedures, conducting failure analysis, and supporting process improvements. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, as well as proficiency in relevant software applications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance/reliability work in the petrochemical industry.
• PE, CMRP, API 510 certifications a plus, but not required.
• Significant experience with rotating and stationary equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to maintenance supervision in the repair and improvement of process equipment.
• Develop and improve maintenance procedures for equipment repair.
• Participate in process improvement programs such as Six Sigma.

Skills

Equipment failure analysis

Excellent communication skills

Work planning and organizational skills

Proficiency in MS Word and PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

SUMMARY

Provide technical assistance to the maintenance supervision in the repair and improvement of all process equipment throughout the plant.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Demonstrates strong safety culture through personal behavior and commitment to environmental, health & safety.
• Participates in the PACE culture of safety.
• Provide technical assistance to maintenance supervision in the repair and improvement of all process equipment.
• Develop and improve maintenance procedures for repair of equipment.
• Perform equipment failure analysis to prevent reoccurrence.
• Follow equipment repair in shops to ensure timely and proper repair.
• Work with other engineers to develop maintenance procedures for equipment repair.
• Actively participate in process improvement programs such as Six Sigma, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering is required
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance/reliability work in the petrochemical industry. PE, CMRP, API 510 certifications a plus, but not required
• Ability to use failure analysis technique (i.e. root cause analysis) to determine and correct equipment problems; significant experience with rotating and stationary equipment is required; knowledge of pumps, seals, shop processes, ASME code (Sec. VIII), corrosion, metallurgy, turbines, centrifugal compressors and fans, and lubrication is required; should also be familiar with OSHA's process safety management standard regarding mechanical integrity.
• Excellent communication skills and problem solving ability
• Strong work planning and organizational skills required
• Excellent computer skills, with proficiency in MS Word and Power Point; should also have a working knowledge of a CMMS database program.
• Able to work independently and as a team player.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Additionally, this position must make general decisions requiring judgement and perform activities requiring sustained concentration.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is sometimes moderate when working in an office, however, some of the work may be required in the operating units which mandates usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required.

EEO STATEMENT

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.