ASU Mechanical Reliability Trainer

Matheson•Irving, TX

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

The ASU Mechanical Reliability Trainer is responsible for developing, executing, and managing comprehensive mechanical training programs that support the technical development of mechanical technicians, performance technicians, and reliability personnel across Nippon Sanso Matheson’s Bulk Operations organization. This role maintains and manages structured progression schedules, ensuring employees advance through defined competency levels in alignment with operational and reliability expectations. The trainer also serves as the subject matter expert for all mechanical condition monitoring programs, providing technical leadership, program oversight, and continuous improvement to strengthen mechanical reliability across Nippon Sanso Matheson’s ASU fleet.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in Mechanical Tech, Industrial Maintenance, or Mech. Engineering Tech is Required
7+ years hands on mechanical maintenance experience in heavy industrial, continuous process, or rotating equipment intensive environments such as: ASU, Petrochemical, Refining, Power Generation is Required
7+ years of experience performing or supporting mechanical condition monitoring programs, including vibration analysis, thermography, lubrication analysis, and alignment/balancing is Required
5+ years of experience developing or delivering technical training is Required
Vibration Analysis Certification (ISO Cat I or II) is Required
Strong understanding of ASU mechanical systems, including compressors, expanders, pumps, heat exchangers, and cryogenic equipment.
Knowledge of rotating equipment fundamentals, mechanical integrity, and reliability engineering principles.
Familiarity with predictive maintenance technologies and methodologies (CBM, RCM, FMEA).
Understanding of lubrication systems, alignment techniques, and vibration fundamentals.
Ability to design and deliver effective technical training for diverse skill levels.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
Excellent communication, presentation, and documentation abilities.
Skilled in curriculum development, competency assessment, and progression planning.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to mentor and develop technical personnel in a structured progression environment.
Ability to translate complex mechanical concepts into accessible training content.
Ability to lead reliability initiatives and influence cross functional teams.
Ability to work independently while collaborating across operations, engineering, and reliability groups.
Ability to travel to NSM sites as needed for training and support.
Must sign NDA, have a clean driving record and pass background check and drug test.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Reliability Engineering is Preferred
5+ years of experience performing or supporting condition monitoring programs is Preferred
Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) is Preferred
Root Cause Analysis (RCA) facilitator training is Preferred
Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) is Preferred
OEM specific mechanical equipment training is Preferred

Responsibilities

Develop, update, and deliver mechanical training curricula covering rotating equipment, static equipment, compressors, pumps, cryogenic machinery, and ASU specific mechanical systems.
Conduct classroom, hands on, and field based training for mechanical and performance technicians.
Create training materials, assessments, certification pathways, and competency evaluations.
Ensure training content reflects current industry standards, OEM guidance, and NSM best practices.
Maintain and manage progression schedules for mechanical technicians and performance technicians.
Track individual development plans, training milestones, and competency achievements.
Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback to support employee growth.
Collaborate with operations and reliability leadership to ensure progression expectations align with business needs.
Serve as the subject matter expert for mechanical condition monitoring programs.
Develop and maintain standards, procedures, and best practices for mechanical condition monitoring.
Support troubleshooting, failure investigations, and root cause analysis (RCA).
Support reliability improvement initiatives across ASU sites.
Maintain accurate training records, documentation, and certification files.
Ensure training programs comply with internal policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate training schedules with operations, engineering, and reliability teams.
Evaluate training effectiveness and implement continuous improvement strategies.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards