Reliability Engineer

Syngenta Group • St. Gabriel, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role will be responsible for supporting and improving overall rotating equipment reliability. This will be achieved through measurement/analysis of equipment failure and financial impact data, application of industry best practice preventative and predictive maintenance strategies, reliability improvement projects development/execution, and continuous improvement of both equipment and work processes.
The incumbent will act as a “Change Agent” in site’s rotating equipment functions and will lead and/or participate in developing recommendations for new systems as well as improving existing systems’ safety, maintainability, availability, and reliability.

Requirements

• Expertise in rotating equipment design, failure modes, and troubleshooting.
• Fluent in root cause analysis methodologies and applications.
• Expertise in preventative maintenance techniques
• Working knowledge and ability to use site maintenance software: Emerson AMS-MHM/Machineworx, Maintelligence.
• SAP R3 Plant Maintenance & Material Modules.
• Microsoft Office software
• Working knowledge of
• Maintenance execution best practices and CMMS (SAP-Maintenance preferred)
• Vibration, lubrication, and thermographic instruments and applications.
• Millwright work execution.
• Good understanding of reliability statistical analysis tools and lean principles
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, preferably mechanical. 4+ years of experience in a Maintenance Engineering, Reliability, Mechanical Integrity, or Asset Manager role.
• Chemical/Refinery maintenance and/or project experience (maintenance preferred).
• Self-motivated, responsible, and team-oriented individual.
• Strong communicator and able to talk across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to apply a systemic approach to problem solving.
• Full cognizance of plant and related safety standards and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• ISO 18436-3 Vibration Analyst: Category 1 certified preferred

Responsibilities

• Improve and manage rotating assets maintenance strategy both from strategic and tactical needs.
• Supervise Rotating Technologist and provide direction on Rotating Equipment related programs – Lubrication & Vibration management
• Manages Lube Techs (OC) to sustain lube compliance for condition monitoring of Rotating Equipment
• Assess and communicate reliability-prioritized work management report based on failure data associated with safety, business, and maintenance cost impact.
• Implement rotating equipment improvement solutions using design modification, upgraded accessories, instrumentation, etc.
• Create/update equipment procedures and preventative/predictive maintenance strategies.
• Manage small capital projects for rotating equipment sustenance and improvements.
• Interface with both internal and external customers for prioritization of the above deliverables ensuring on-budget, on-time delivery.
• Develop and report key metrics for group effectiveness and improvement such as sitewide Asset Health Report, successful equipment mitigations, etc.
• Oversee contractors used to support rotating equipment objectives.
• Explore and implement cost-effective new technologies relative to inspection and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge in the application of rotating equipment performance and condition monitoring methods.
• Experience in troubleshooting, repair, and maintaining rotating assets.
• Provide technical advice to plant engineering personnel and asset owners. Specify and review equipment repair plans or procedures.

Benefits

• A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level