Reliability Engineer - Mechanical/Chemical (Plant Ops)

Oxychem; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

OxyChem in Dallas, TX, is seeking a Reliability Engineer to lead maintenance and reliability initiatives across the Silicates Division plants. You will troubleshoot equipment, optimize processes, and drive capital and expense projects while supporting safety and reliability goals.

The role requires a mechanical or chemical engineering degree, 3+ years in plant maintenance, strong MS Office skills, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in mechanical or chemical engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in plant maintenance or reliability.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English; strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Review maintenance work and establish best practices.
• Support production goals with design recommendations to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Provide backup support for furnace repairs, rehab, and rebuilds.
• Assist with capital and expense project scope, AFEs, and execution.
• Help optimize routine maintenance and project costs across plants.
• Support Process Safety and Mechanical Integrity programs and initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical reliability

Maintenance planning

Teamwork

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelors in mechanical or chemical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

OxyChem in Dallas, TX, is seeking a Reliability Engineer to lead maintenance and reliability initiatives across the Silicates Division plants. You will troubleshoot equipment, optimize processes, and drive capital and expense projects while supporting safety and reliability goals.

The role requires a mechanical or chemical engineering degree, 3+ years in plant maintenance, strong MS Office skills, and excellent communication.