Senior Mechanical Engineer - Freeport, TX

Olin Chemicals; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation available

Job summary

Olin seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Freeport, TX to provide maintenance and mechanical engineering expertise across the plant. You will troubleshoot equipment failures, advise repairs, restore functionality, and contribute to long-term facility and equipment strategies.

You will collaborate with Operations and Maintenance, develop maintenance strategies (PPM and predictive), support turnarounds, and lead small projects to meet spending plans and production targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Mechanical preferred
• 7+ years in maintenance or mechanical engineering; chemical manufacturing preferred
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
• Analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Willingness to work off hours to support plant operations
• Experience with vendor proposals, bids, and project development (preferred)
• Knowledge of API standards (API510/571/653) and OSHA 1910.119 PSM (preferred)
• TWIC and US driver's license required (must be able to obtain TWIC)

Responsibilities

• Apply RCA to diagnose failures, identify root causes and evaluate solutions
• Collaborate with Mechanical Coordinator for troubleshooting and repair planning
• Provide technical guidance on equipment failures and repairs with proper documentation
• Develop and optimize maintenance strategies including PPM, criticality, and spares
• Contribute to operating and maintenance procedures, job plans and work orders
• Support operations with rotating and fixed equipment troubleshooting and day-to-day decisions
• Assist on projects, turnarounds, shutdowns and startups with scope development and oversight
• Own and execute smaller expense projects as assigned

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Mechanical preferred)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: Freeport, TX

Additional locations may include Oyster Creek, TX

Schedule: 9/80; 4-10s; 5-8s

Relocation Available

Website: Olin.com

Focus: The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for providing technical expertise in maintenance and mechanical engineering to support Operations and Maintenance personnel across the plant. This includes troubleshooting equipment failures, advising repairs, restoring functionality, and contributing to long-term facility and equipment strategies. Additionally, the Mechanical Engineer will help resolve plant issues, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet spending plans, production targets, and cost objectives.

Essential Job Functions:

• Apply Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to diagnose failures, eliminate root causes, and evaluate solutions for broader company implementation
• Collaborate closely with the Mechanical Coordinator to ensure effective troubleshooting, repair planning, and high-quality execution leveraging both technical and field expertise
• Provide technical expertise on equipment failures and repairs, ensuring proper repair techniques, documentation, and delivery of specific equipment training
• Support development and optimization of maintenance strategies, including Predictive and Preventative Maintenance (PPM), equipment criticality, spare parts review, and maintainability improvements
• Contribute to development of operating and maintenance procedures, job plans, and work orders, ensuring engineering standards and detailed technical requirements are met for critical equipment
• Provide engineering support across operations, including rotating and fixed equipment, troubleshooting assistance, and leadership in day-to-day decision-making, while collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Support projects, turnarounds, shutdowns, and start-ups by developing job scopes, coordinating execution and providing technical oversight
• Own and execute smaller expense projects as assigned (Itemized Activities)

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree* in Engineering or Engineering Technology; Mechanical Engineering degree* preferred
• 7+ years of maintenance/mechanical engineering experience; chemical manufacturing experience preferred
• Must have strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively both individually and in a team environment.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Must be flexible during off hours to support plant operations
• Work experience with the following preferred: Pump System Evaluations and Improvements Vessel Evaluations and Communicate Improvements/Repairs Work experience managing vendor proposals and quotations, contractor bids, and development of desired solutions for projects preferred Demonstrated knowledge of API standards such as API510, API571, API653 and other related standards, as well as knowledge of OSHA 1910.119 PSM preferred Proven demonstrated knowledge of rotating equipment and standards for industry Proficiency with SAP preferred Must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) and possess a valid US Driver's license

An All-In Investment in Your Future As a global leader in both chemical manufacturing and ammunition, Olin empowers over 8,000 individuals to make an impact both at work and in our surrounding communities.

View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package.*Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.

*Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship to applicants not authorized to work in the US. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.