Reliability Engineer: Elevate Equipment Uptime & Safety

Westlake; Plaquemine (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to provide technical assistance in maintenance and repair of process equipment in Plaquemine, Louisiana. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in the petrochemical field.

The role requires strong skills in equipment failure analysis, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency with MS Office tools. A commitment to safety and experience with process improvement frameworks like Six Sigma are strong assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance/reliability work in the petrochemical industry.
• Excellent computer skills, with proficiency in MS Word and Power Point.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to maintenance supervision in the repair and improvement of equipment.
• Demonstrate strong safety culture through personal behavior.
• Participate in process improvement programs such as Six Sigma.

Skills

Failure analysis techniques

Excellent communication skills

Problem solving ability

Strong work planning skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in MS Word and Power Point

Knowledge of CMMS database programs

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Westlake is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to provide technical assistance in maintenance and repair of process equipment in Plaquemine, Louisiana. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in the petrochemical field.

The role requires strong skills in equipment failure analysis, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency with MS Office tools. A commitment to safety and experience with process improvement frameworks like Six Sigma are strong assets.