Job Opportunity
Fixed Equipment Engineer
Pasadena, Texas - Styrene United States (US)
INEOS Styrolution America LLC
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The Position:
The Fixed Equipment Engineer will be responsible for optimizing static equipment reliability & mechanical integrity. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance, enhance asset reliability, and minimize downtime by conducting inspections, analyzing data, producing repair plans and providing subject matter technical expertise.
What you will do:
- The role requires technical authority on fitness for service of equipment & deep understanding of risk management
- Managing a wide range of fixed equipment types, sizes, and ages within the facility, each with its own unique maintenance requirements and challenges
- Knowledge of best-in-class inspection technique and technologies is required
- Substantial knowledge/interpretation of engineering codes, which are continuously updated, is required
- Working with engineering consultants and external vendors in support of capital projects and mechanical integrity evaluations
- Responding to fluctuations in market demand, pricing, and competition that may influence investment decisions and asset management strategies​
Engineering
- Manage equipment fitness for service to improve availability & maintain mechanical integrity of equipment
- Work with vendors concerning equipment issues, technology issues, failure problems, and quotes on equipment used in some projects.
- Review, modify, and approve pipe and equipment specifications for repairs or capital projects
- Work with 3rd party service providers to ensure procedures used in welding and repairs meet engineering code with specific requirements of our material and condition
- Participate in design reviews, hazard assessments, and project initiatives related to fixed equipment
- Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations effectively
Maintenance Engineering
- Accountable to ensure compliance with RAGAGEP and INEOS standards
- Support reactive and corrective maintenance repairs; including temporary repairs. Responsible for plan creation through field execution
- Collaborate with operations, safety, and maintenance teams to prioritize and execute maintenance activities
- Develop and implement maintenance plans, repair strategies, and corrosion mitigation measures for fixed equipment assets
- Provide technical support for troubleshooting equipment issues and implementing corrective actions
What you will bring:
- BS in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field required.Minimum of 7 years’ experience petrochemical, chemical, or refining industry
- Demonstrated ability in the practical application of the requirements of 29CFR 1910.119 regulations, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, ASME B31 series Piping Codes, and ANSI/NB-23 National Board Inspection)
- Knowledge of risk-based inspection, equipment design, fabrication, repair codes, corrosion, damage mechanisms, and materials. This includes:
- Working knowledge of API 510, 570, 571, 572, 574, 576, 580 and 581 codes or recommended practices
Technical skills:
- Coordination/consultation with site maintenance, operations and project group in the delivery of improved fixed equipment reliability & mechanical integrity
- Develop and/or revise procedures relating to inspection, repair, and maintenance as required
- Development of Fitness for Service inspection plans
- Experience working with 3rd party engineering consulting firms who specialize in engineering evaluations
- Solid experience in facilitating Root-cause Analysis and corrective actions
- Experience managing small capital projects
Physical demands:
- Ability to work at heights, work in confined spaces, lift up to 25 Lbs. occasionally, and work in the environment (outdoors; seasonal exposure to heat and cold)
What We Offer You
- A safe and drug-free work environment
- Career development, job progression, and tuition reimbursement
- Flexible work environment, paid vacation, and sick time
- A comprehensive health benefits package with low premiums to support employee wellbeing
- Retirement savings with company match plus contributions
- Above-market compensation including performance-related pay and bonuses
- Fitness reimbursement to encourage employees to stay healthy and active
Our Company
- No. 1 global leader in styrenics: Styrene Monomer, Polystyrene, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene Standard, and Styrenic Specialties
- 3,600 employees worldwide
- 20 manufacturing sites in 10 countries
- Customers in 106 countries
- 6 billion EUR in 2021
We are excited to hear from you and share more about our organization.
All the best,
The INEOS Styrolution Talent Team
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