Operations Engineer
Borusan Mannesmann Pipe•Baytown, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
The Operations Engineer will support the design, maintenance, and optimization of mechanical systems and equipment within the steel pipe manufacturing facility. Depending on business needs, the engineer may be assigned to the ERW Pipe Mill, Heat Treat facility, or Stretch Reduction Mill, gaining exposure to a range of mechanical and industrial processes. This role provides hands-on experience in industrial manufacturing, working closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure equipment reliability, process efficiency, and safe operations.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field required.
- 3–5 year of relevant experience.
- Understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial equipment.
- Mechanical systems design capability includes bearings, shafts, and gear boxes. Eager to do design thinking.
- Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar) is required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools especially Excel and PowerBI.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Strong teamwork skills and eagerness to learn from experienced engineers.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge in Lean/6 Sigma Production Methodology, time studies and 5S preferred.
Responsibilities
- Follow and promote safe work practices, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards.
- Participate in risk assessments, preventive maintenance, and safety audits.
- Identifying potential risks for the crew and leading preventive actions
- Leading mechanical design, modifications, and upgrades of plant equipment.
- Create and maintain technical documentation, drawings, and specifications.
- Apply engineering principles to improve machine performance and operational reliability.
- Initiating projects for digitalization and process automations.
- Closely collaborating with Quality and Maintenance teams to make improvements.
- Assist in the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of mechanical systems in assigned facility (ERW Mill, Heat Treat, or Stretch Reduction Mill).
- Leading troubleshooting and problem-solving to minimize equipment downtime.
- Discovering improvement opportunities and identifying new ideas for the facility.
- Participate in root-cause analyses and recommend mechanical or process improvements.
- Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to enhance process efficiency, safety, and product quality.
- Defining process parameters for the processes and teaching the crew new techniques.
- Assisting production team leaders and supervisors for technical problems.
- Leading maintenance plans and maintenance.
- Collect and analyze equipment and process performance data across assigned facility.
- Assist in preparing reports and recommendations for process optimization.
- Following Daily KPI results and take actions
- Preparing project and monthly reports
- Participate in training programs to develop technical and industry-specific skills.
- Learn company processes, ERW manufacturing standards, and best practices in heat treatment and stretch reduction operations
- This position has the authority to stop work for reasons of quality or safety.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
