Reliability Engineer, Chemical Manufacturing – Franklin, LA Onsite

Cabot Corporation; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Cabot Corporation is seeking a Reliability Engineer to enhance equipment reliability and performance in its carbon black manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Engineering and 4+ years of experience in maintenance engineering.

The role includes identifying performance improvements, leading failure analyses, and supporting maintenance programs. Cabot offers competitive benefits and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a reliability or maintenance engineer.
• Certifications in vibration monitoring and/or CMRP preferred.
• Industry experience in chemical manufacturing or petrochemical environments.

Responsibilities

• Implement improvements to optimize plant performance.
• Lead Root Cause Failure Analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Analyze equipment performance data for continuous improvement.

Skills

Reliability engineering

Mechanical systems knowledge

Data-driven problem-solving

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering

Tools

Reliability tools (RCFA, FMEA)

Condition monitoring technologies

Job description

Job Summary

CabotCorporation is seeking a Reliability Engineer to join the team at the Franklin, LA location. The role focuses on improving equipment reliability, availability, and performance in a carbon black manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify, recommend, and implement improvements to optimize plant performance, including volume, yield, quality, and equipment reliability.
• Lead Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and ensure corrective actions are implemented to eliminate repeat failures.
• Provide advice and support to resolve problems, using statistical techniques to improve process capability.
• Investigate and implement process improvements, equipment modifications and upgrades.
• Analyze equipment performance data and failure trends to drive continuous improvement.
• Support the site mechanical integrity program by investigating equipment problems and eliminating recurrence of failures.
• Review preventive maintenance plans to ensure optimum scheduling.
• Implement Predictive Maintenance Programs and monitor plant condition to maximize safety and reliability.
• Assist in design, procurement and installation of new equipment.
• Develop plant-wide standard operating procedures for process and equipment operation.
• Support new product and process runs and prepare relevant documentation.
• Work with site Capital project managers and Finance to create assets in the maintenance management system.
• Assign PM’s, spare parts, etc. in the maintenance management system during the project handover process.
• Conduct end‑of‑life assessments and recommend equipment repairs or replacements.
• Assist with equipment repairs of stationary and rotating equipment, coordinating with OEMs, after‑market suppliers, and outside repair shops.
• Support Process Safety Management (PSM), including MOC, PHA participation, and incident investigations.
• Monitor maintenance projects and progress, and oversee external contractors in accordance with site regulations.
• Support efforts to implement and maintain the Responsible Care® Management System in line with RC14001® requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or university degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 4+ years’ experience as a reliability or maintenance engineer.
• Industry experience in chemical manufacturing, oil & gas refining, pipeline maintenance, or another petrochemical environment.
• Certifications in vibration monitoring and/or CMRP (Certified Maintenance Reliability Professional) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, rotating and stationary equipment, and industrial maintenance practices.
• Experience with reliability tools and methodologies (RCFA, FMEA, condition monitoring, PdM technologies).
• Working knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) and industrial safety practices (LOTO, confined space, hot work).
• Strong analytical, diagnostic, and problem‑solving skills with a data‑driven mindset.
• Effective communication and ability to collaborate across operations, maintenance, and engineering.
• Knowledge of PSM and industrial safety standards.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package starting on the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and peer coaching.
• Supportive, collaborative, and inclusive team environment.

Cabot is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Cabot is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.