Mechanical Engineer - Intermediate Chemicals

Indovinya•Clear Lake, TX

About The Position

The Mechanical Engineer will provide mechanical maintenance engineering technical expertise to plant Operations and Maintenance personnel on troubleshooting failures, repairs, getting equipment in functional condition and providing input to facility and equipment strategies for both rotating and fixed equipment. Ensure that all activities, for which he/she is responsible, are carried out in conformance with laws and regulations, contractual requirements, and the project management manual. In particular, health and safety of personnel, natural and working environment, and equipment shall be taken care of. Package ownership and review responsible for heat exchangers, pressure vessels, boilers, freshwater generators, and gas compressors (Centrifugal and Reciprocating). Comment on the mechanical design, including arrangement of operability, functionality, accessibility, and maintainability to meet requirements in laws, regulations, class, flag, and contract. Review comments from certifying authority on design of the mechanical systems/equipment and assist in resolving issues. Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for equipment failures and repair techniques during root cause investigations. Works closely with the Maintenance Technologist so that the jobs benefit from both technical and field experience during troubleshooting and development of procedures & repair plans, etc. Provides technical expertise to plant personnel on troubleshooting failures, repairs, and evaluating whether equipment is designed to meet its intended or specified process performance and reliability. For equipment that is critical for the process, ensure that work requests include engineering input on repair details such as clearances, tolerances, materials of construction, welding procedures, etc. Provides onsite / offsite technical support for deviations from this data if necessary. Request equipment, materials and consumables as required within limits of authority. Propose and implement cost effective solutions in design, procurement, installation, and maintenance of mechanical equipment. Participates with Reliability Engineer in developing facility and equipment maintenance strategies. During turnaround work development, provides input on work order scope and development. Particularly on critical equipment requiring Engineering review or input. Provides technical support for specification, identification, and purchasing of required parts. Plan, coordinate and supervise revamp and maintenance activities. Participate in design of material codification system. All other duties deemed necessary to meet the needs of the business.

Requirements

BS in Mechanical Engineering required.
3 – 5 years of experience and knowledge of the chemical/plant industry (for Mechanical Engineer II).
5 – 7 years of experience in the chemical industry (for Mechanical Engineer III).
5 – 7 years of plant experience as a mechanical engineer (for Mechanical Engineer III).
7+ years of experience in the chemical industry (for Mechanical Engineer Sr.).
7+ years of plant experience as a mechanical engineer (for Mechanical Engineer Sr.).
Maintenance, reliability, and turnaround experience are required.
Must have a level of proficiency with SAP, Internet, Email and Microsoft Office programs.
Strong computer skills, including process simulation tools such as Aspen.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of an organization.
Able to manage multiple priorities.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop engineering solutions.

Nice To Haves

Strong experience in a similar role working in an ethylene oxide/ethylene glycol plant is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide mechanical maintenance engineering technical expertise to plant Operations and Maintenance personnel on troubleshooting failures, repairs, getting equipment in functional condition and providing input to facility and equipment strategies for both rotating and fixed equipment.
Ensure that all activities, for which he/she is responsible, are carried out in conformance with laws and regulations, contractual requirements, and the project management manual.
Take care of the health and safety of personnel, natural and working environment and equipment.
Package ownership and review responsible for heat exchangers, pressure vessels, boilers, freshwater generators, and gas compressors (Centrifugal and Reciprocating).
Comment on the mechanical design, including arrangement of operability, functionality, accessibility, and maintainability to meet requirements in laws, regulations, class, flag, and contract.
Review comments from certifying authority on design of the mechanical systems/equipment and assist in resolving issues.
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for equipment failures and repair techniques during root cause investigations.
Work closely with the Maintenance Technologist so that the jobs benefit from both technical and field experience during troubleshooting and development of procedures & repair plans, etc.
Provide technical expertise to plant personnel on troubleshooting failures, repairs, and evaluating whether equipment is designed to meet its intended or specified process performance and reliability.
For equipment that is critical for the process, ensure that work requests include engineering input on repair details such as clearances, tolerances, materials of construction, welding procedures, etc.
Provide onsite / offsite technical support for deviations from this data if necessary.
Request equipment, materials and consumables as required within limits of authority.
Propose and implement cost effective solutions in design, procurement, installation, and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
Participate with Reliability Engineer in developing facility and equipment maintenance strategies.
During turnaround work development, provide input on work order scope and development, particularly on critical equipment requiring Engineering review or input.
Provide technical support for specification, identification, and purchasing of required parts.
Plan, coordinate and supervise revamp and maintenance activities.
Participate in design of material codification system.
Perform all other duties deemed necessary to meet the needs of the business.