Reliability Engineer II – Fixed Equipment

Westlake • Plaquemine, LA

16d

About The Position

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate. SUMMARY Provide technical assistance to the maintenance supervision in the repair and improvement of all process equipment throughout the plant.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering is required; PE, CMRP, API 510, API 570, API 653 certifications a plus
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance/reliability work in the petrochemical industry.
• Experience with stationary equipment is required; knowledge of NDE, shop processes, ASME/API code, corrosion and metallurgy preferred.
• Familiar with OSHA’s process safety management standard regarding mechanical integrity.
• Excellent computer skills, with proficiency in MS Office. Should also have a working knowledge of a CMMS program and an Inspection Data Management System (IDMS).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, and problem-solving ability.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and as a team player.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential).

Nice To Haves

• PE
• CMRP
• API 510
• API 570
• API 653 certifications
• knowledge of NDE
• shop processes
• ASME/API code
• corrosion and metallurgy

Responsibilities

• Review fixed equipment inspection reports and recommendations for equipment repair and/or replacement.
• Ensure inspections are done timely and that the inspection intervals are optimized.
• Review inspection frequencies of pressure safety valves to ensure they are adequate and track compliance.
• Evaluate fixed equipment fitness for continued service.
• Perform equipment failure analysis (i.e. root cause analysis) to determined and correct equipment problems to prevent reoccurrence.
• Follow equipment repair in shops to ensure timely and proper repair.
• Work with other engineers to develop and improve maintenance procedures for equipment inspection and repair.
• Actively participate in process improvement programs such as Six Sigma, etc.
• Participate in the PACE culture of safety and demonstrates strong safety culture through personal behavior and commitment to environmental, health & safety.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees