Reliability Engineer - Maintenance & Equipment Upgrades

Nouryon; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nouryon is seeking a Maintenance & Reliability Engineer to join the team at the Battleground site in La Porte, Texas. This onsite, full-time position involves overseeing the reliability of equipment and improving maintenance strategies for metal alkyl and high purity metal organic production.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, at least 1 year of experience in the chemical or refinery industry, and strong communication skills. The role offers an engaging environment where you can leverage your technical expertise and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in Maintenance/Reliability Engineering in the chemical or refinery industry.
• Project management experience with small replacement projects for reliability improvements.
• Knowledge of API 510, API 653, and API 570 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly bad actor analysis and develop proposals for elimination.
• Drive bad actor elimination by organizing weekly RCPS workshops.
• Provide troubleshooting support to operating units on equipment reliability.
• Facilitate Root Cause Failure Analysis for events/incidents.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams

Knowledge of pumps, seals, gearboxes, agitators

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP Plant Maintenance Module

Job description

Nouryon is seeking a Maintenance & Reliability Engineer to join the team at the Battleground site in La Porte, Texas. This onsite, full-time position involves overseeing the reliability of equipment and improving maintenance strategies for metal alkyl and high purity metal organic production.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, at least 1 year of experience in the chemical or refinery industry, and strong communication skills. The role offers an engaging environment where you can leverage your technical expertise and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.