Fixed Equipment Engineer
2 weeks ago
We are looking for a Principal Reliability Engineer - Fixed Equipment for our Alvin, Texas site. The primary purpose of the Reliability Engineer - Fixed Equipment is to manage fixed equipment assets and their reliability risks which could adversely affect plant or business operations. The Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and implementing equipment stewardship. strategies and predictive/preventative maintenance programs that will maximize asset value creation, safe. equipment operation, and controlled cost of ownership for the various assets supported. The Fixed Equipment Principal Reliability Engineer also provides technical support to projects and maintenance and establishes best practices for repairs on vessels, tanks, piping, and relief devices.
DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
TARGETED OUTCOMES
Measurable improvements in unit uptime (e.g. OEE, remaining life, inspection efficiency…etc.), maintenance cost and process safety performance related to fixed equipment.
Technical support, guidance and expertise on fixed equipment/assets and supporting projects, from front-end engineering through detailed design, costing estimates, fabrication, inspection/validation, installation, commissioning, and maintenance.
Best-in-class Mechanical Integrity (MI) Programs
Support Reliability and/or Productivity continuous improvement via key projects based on equipment bad actors, asset life extension, or other approved tasks that will yield positive business impact.
Application of cutting-edge reliability technology to improve manufacturing processes and equipment performance to provide competitive advantage.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Troubleshoot equipment problems and conduct root cause failure analysis investigations on failed equipment, develop action plan to eliminate repeat failures, and implement corrective actions.
Work with production to identify key areas for reliability improvements (e.g. bad actor flanges, heat exchanger tube failures…etc.), develop action plan, and work to implement action plan.
Communicate progress of fixed equipment & MI programs to leadership with clear metrics.
Establish priorities for inspection planning and execution using risk-based methodologies, identify relevant damage mechanisms, select appropriate inspection tasks/NDE methods, and develop inspection/ maintenance plans for all equipment types.
Provide technical support to all Mechanical Integrity Inspectors as it relates to mechanical repairs, troubleshooting problems, and equipment installation issues.
Provides technical support to the Project Engineering Department on the selection of mechanical equipment based on reliability improvements and industry best practices.
Provides support through phases of projects: Design, Fabrication, Installation, Testing and Start-up.
Conducts and reviews vessel and piping design calculations, including fitness for service evaluations and rerating of equipment (i.e. pressure vessels).
Lead and/or support development of vessel repair plans and temporary repair devices.
Support job planning for fixed equipment inspection and repairs including base maintenance and turnaround activities.
Demonstrates and stays abreast of developments and advancements in technology (i.e. engineering and inspection equipment and techniques).
Driving culture change at Ascend that puts Safety and Reliability at the forefront of decision making. This includes cross-functional partnerships to educate departments about new fixed equipment / mechanical integrity initiatives.
TEAM
Reports to: Mechanical Reliability Manager
Team Members: Mechanical Reliability Engineers and Inspectors
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS
Minimum 15 years post grad plant maintenance experience with fixed equipment.
Working knowledge of API/ASME Mechanical Integrity programs and supporting MI
Software
Knowledge and understanding of predictive technologies for fixed equipment evaluations.
Demonstrated use of CMMS as an effective management tool for pulling equipment information and history.
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering required.
Computer Systems: Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Visio); Enterprise Resource Planning (SAP)
Critical thinking: use of logic, reasoning, and calculations to identify alternative solutions, conclusions, and approaches to solve equipment problems.
ASME BP&V Code Knowledge: ASMBE B31.3 & API Codes for Tanks, Vessels,
Exchangers & piping. API 510, API 570, API 571, API 579, API 580, API 653 (Certifications is an added advantage)
RCFA Methodology to identify the casual factors for component, equipment, or system failures.
Communication: ability to listen and understand information and ideas and to express · thoughts and ideas effectively and concisely through oral and written communication.
Reliability Software (Weibull Analysis, RCM, Mechanical Integrity Software).
Fitness for Service calculations using appropriate API and/or SME Code.
RBI Methodology to improve risk management results and reduce the risk of failures.
Company DescriptionChemical ManufacturerCompany DescriptionChemical Manufacturer-
Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer
2 weeks ago
Houston, United States Channel Personnel Services Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionReliability Manager - Fixed Equipment. The responsibility of the Reliability Manager - Fixed Equipment is to improve the performance of the fixed equipment assets across all sites, build and lead a program which identifies and manages the fixed equipment assets and supporting/surrounding systems reliability risks. The...
-
Reliability Engineer
5 days ago
Houston, United States Southern Recruiting Solutions Inc Full timeResponsibilities The Senior Reliability Engineer - fixed equipment will function as the equipment technical SME in support of maintenance and operations. Perform root cause failure analysis (RCFA) on fixed equipment component and system failures, develop and recommend corrective action proposals. Work with plant inspector to ensure continuous mechanical...
-
Reliability Engineer
1 week ago
Houston, United States Southern Recruiting Solutions Inc Full timeResponsibilities The Senior Mechanical Engineer - fixed equipment will function as the equipment technical SME in support of maintenance and operations. Perform root cause failure analysis (RCFA) on fixed equipment component and system failures, develop and recommend corrective action proposals. Work with plant inspector to ensure continuous mechanical...
-
Mechanical Engineer
3 weeks ago
Houston, United States Southern Recruiting Solutions, Inc. Full timeResponsibilitiesThe Senior Mechanical Engineer - fixed equipment will function as the equipment technical SME in support of maintenance and operations.Perform root cause failure analysis (RCFA) on fixed equipment component and system failures, develop and recommend corrective action proposals.Work with plant inspector to ensure continuous mechanical...
-
Mechanical Engineer
3 weeks ago
Houston, United States Southern Recruiting Solutions, Inc. Full timeResponsibilitiesThe Senior Mechanical Engineer - fixed equipment will function as the equipment technical SME in support of maintenance and operations.Perform root cause failure analysis (RCFA) on fixed equipment component and system failures, develop and recommend corrective action proposals.Work with plant inspector to ensure continuous mechanical...
-
Mechanical Engineer
3 weeks ago
Houston, United States Southern Recruiting Solutions, Inc. Full timeResponsibilitiesThe Senior Mechanical Engineer - fixed equipment will function as the equipment technical SME in support of maintenance and operations.Perform root cause failure analysis (RCFA) on fixed equipment component and system failures, develop and recommend corrective action proposals.Work with plant inspector to ensure continuous mechanical...
-
Reliability Engineer
6 days ago
Houston, United States Southern Recruiting Solutions, Inc. Full timeResponsibilitiesThe Senior Reliability Engineer - fixed equipment will function as the equipment technical SME in support of maintenance and operations.Perform root cause failure analysis (RCFA) on fixed equipment component and system failures, develop and recommend corrective action proposals.Work with plant inspector to ensure continuous mechanical...
-
Reliability Engineer
6 days ago
Houston, United States Southern Recruiting Solutions, Inc. Full timeResponsibilitiesThe Senior Reliability Engineer - fixed equipment will function as the equipment technical SME in support of maintenance and operations.Perform root cause failure analysis (RCFA) on fixed equipment component and system failures, develop and recommend corrective action proposals.Work with plant inspector to ensure continuous mechanical...
-
Reliability Engineer
6 days ago
Houston, United States Southern Recruiting Solutions, Inc. Full timeResponsibilitiesThe Senior Reliability Engineer - fixed equipment will function as the equipment technical SME in support of maintenance and operations.Perform root cause failure analysis (RCFA) on fixed equipment component and system failures, develop and recommend corrective action proposals.Work with plant inspector to ensure continuous mechanical...
-
Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer II
1 week ago
Houston, United States LanceSoft Full timeJob Title : Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer II Location : Houston,TX,77017 Duration : 06+ months of Contract Top 3 Must-Have Skills 1. Working knowledge of ASME codes for Pressure Vessels and Piping, API 510 and 570 2. Prior experience providing engineering support to a chemical plant or refinery 3. Ability to perform Fitness for Service calculations...
-
Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer II
2 weeks ago
Houston, United States LanceSoft Full timeJob Title : Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer II Location : Houston,TX,77017 Duration : 06+ months of Contract Top 3 Must-Have Skills 1. Working knowledge of ASME codes for Pressure Vessels and Piping, API 510 and 570 2. Prior experience providing engineering support to a chemical plant or refinery 3. Ability to perform Fitness for Service calculations...
-
Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer
1 week ago
Houston, United States NES Fircroft Full timeTop 3 Must-Have Skills Working knowledge of ASME codes for Pressure Vessels and Piping, AP| 510 and 570 Prior experience providing engineering support to a chemical plant or refinery Ability to perform Fitness for Service calculations for pressure vessels and piping This position will work with a team of dedicated, highly-trained professionals. The Fixed...
-
Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer
1 week ago
Houston, United States NES Fircroft Ltd Full timeTop 3 Must-Have Skills Working knowledge of ASME codes for Pressure Vessels and Piping, AP| 510 and 570 Prior experience providing engineering support to a chemical plant or refinery Ability to perform Fitness for Service calculations for pressure vessels and piping This position will work with a team of dedicated, highly-trained professionals. The...
-
Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer
2 weeks ago
Houston, United States NES Fircroft Full timeTop 3 Must-Have SkillsWorking knowledge of ASME codes for Pressure Vessels and Piping, AP| 510 and 570Prior experience providing engineering support to a chemical plant or refineryAbility to perform Fitness for Service calculations for pressure vessels and pipingThis position will work with a team of dedicated, highly-trained professionals. The Fixed...
-
Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer
4 days ago
Houston, United States Enterprise EQ Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionHello,Client: Petro-Chemical IndustryPosition: Fixed Equipment Reliability EngineerLocation: 12000 Lawndale St., Houston, TX 77017Duration: 06-12 Months on W2 basisUS Citizen OR Green Card Holder (Only)Max Pay Rate - $65/hr on W2 - With No BenefitsPLEASE NOTE: Candidate needs to have a TWIC in hand for the interview.Must-Have...
-
Global Fixed Equipment COE Engineer
1 week ago
Houston, United States Nouryon Full timeGlobal Static Equipment CoE Engineer The Global Static Equipment CoE Engineer is the functional leader of the global static equipment team and is responsible for the global static strategy and its implementation. The Global Static Equipment CoE Engineer works closely with the regional M&R support teams to assess performance opportunities and MI gaps; to...
-
Mechanical Engineer
3 days ago
Houston, United States Complete Technical Services, Inc. Full timeJob Description Job Description Fixed Equipment Engineer (Minneapolis / St Paul, MN area) We are looking for someone who has fixed equipment engineering experience in a refinery or chemical facility, enjoys working in a team environment, and will be able to communicate at all levels of the organization. Our Team You will be working with a team of engineers...
-
Mechanical Engineer
1 week ago
Houston, United States Complete Technical Services, Inc. Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionFixed Equipment Engineer (Minneapolis / St Paul, MN area)We are looking for someone who has fixed equipment engineering experience in a refinery or chemical facility, enjoys working in a team environment, and will be able to communicate at all levels of the organization.Our TeamYou will be working with a team of engineers that...
-
Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic
3 weeks ago
Houston, United States National Equipment Dealers Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionApplicant must have experience in heavy equipment and show proficiency in hydraulics, electrical, pneumatic, and diesel engines. You will be responsible for servicing off-road heavy construction equipment such as excavators, material handlers, wheel loaders, hydraulic cranes, and many more off-highway trucks/equipment.We...
-
Rotating Equipment Engineer
5 days ago
Houston, United States Channel Personnel Services Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionThe primary purpose of the Rotating Equipment Reliability Engineer is primarily to improve the performance of the rotating equipment assets performance on site, lead rotating reliability programs, and identify and manage systems reliability risks. Rotating Equipment Reliability Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing,...
