Tank Turnaround Planner

ECOVYST CATALYST TECHNOLOGIES LLC•Houston, TX

About The Position

Ecovyst is the leader in sulfuric acid regeneration. Our expertise in sulfuric acid processing and extensive plant network has enabled us to provide end-to-end regeneration services to support alkylate production for more than 75 years. We are serving long-term sustainable trends. Our business line: Ecoservices provides sulfuric acid regeneration, virgin sulfuric acid, treatment services, and much more. Position Overview: The Tank TA Coordinator will be responsible for developing turnaround work packages including scope, P&IDs, isolation plans, MOC triggers, QC hold points, drawings, procedures, and vendor scopes.

Requirements

7+ years’ experience in tank turnarounds/maintenance within chemical, refining, or heavy industrial environments; multi‑site experience strongly preferred OR bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Deep knowledge of API 653/650, NDE/NDT methods, coatings/linings for sulfuric acid service, and confined space/LOTO/hot work controls
Proven field leadership of multi‑contractor outages with tight windows and live‑plant interfaces.
Proficiency with CMMS (e.g., SAP, Maximo) and project scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6 or MS Project)
Strong understanding of environmental compliance (waste handling, manifests, emissions) and industrial hygiene (acid aerosols/mists, PPE)
Ability to read P&IDs, isometrics, and structural drawings; competent in weld inspection/QC workflows
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel 60–80% across North America; ability to work off‑hours during outages
TWIC (site dependent) and H2S/Respiratory qualifications as required
Must have excellent excel skills
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

API 653 Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector (preferred)
NACE/AMPP Coatings certification (CIP Level 1+ preferred)

Responsibilities

Lead risk assessments/JHAs and constructability reviews; ensure readiness through Stage Gate/Readiness Reviews (e.g., 90/60/30/14 days).
Define tank decon and neutralization methods (e.g., water wash, caustic neutralization, flushing, waste capture), waste characterization, manifests, and disposal plans.
Specify scaffolding, confined space entry plans, ventilation, lighting, rescue, atmospheric testing, and standby requirements.
Coordinate permits (LOTO, hot work, confined space, line break, crane/lift plans) and required MOC.
Pre stage materials, gaskets, nozzles, hatch hardware, coatings/linings, inserts/plate, instruments, and test kits; align Supply Chain on long lead items and contracting strategy (lump sum vs. T&M).
Serve as the site outage leader during tank turnaround windows—owning daily schedule, contractor coordination, and field safety leadership.
Ensure strict adherence to API 653 repair requirements, NDE/NDT plans, and coating/lining specifications and cure windows.
Manage quality assurance (fit up, weld procedures/WPS, welder qualifications, hold points, inspection reports, coatings QC, holiday testing, DFT measurements).
Track and manage schedule, cost, scope changes, and permit compliance daily; escalate barriers and implement recovery plans.
Maintain shift logs, daily progress tracking, variance analysis, and read across learnings for other sites.
Lead contractor selection and performance: tank cleaning, scaffolding, inspection (API 653/510/570, NDE), mechanical repair, coatings/linings, crane and rigging, and environmental services.
Ensure compliance with relevant standards/regulations: API 653/650, API 571/579 (damage mechanisms/fitness for service), NACE/AMPP coatings guidance, OSHA (confined space, PSM where applicable), EPA waste management, DOT/TDG for transport, and local/regional requirements.
Maintain inspection records, as built/redlines, repair documentation, MTRs, NDE reports, coatings logs, test certificates, and turnover packages.
Drive root cause analysis for defects/rework; optimize inspection intervals, cleaning methods, and protection systems (e.g., linings, cathodic protection) based on failure modes.
Partner with the Capital Project Team to identify upgrade opportunities (materials of construction, manway design, nozzles, overfill protection, secondary containment, loadings, emissions controls).