Reliability Engineer

Basic Function

In this position, you will be recognized as the reliability subject matter expert and be responsible for leading the improvements in maintenance and reliability across a number of operational facilities. You will provide leadership and direction to the site to drive long term reliability. You will utilize reliability and lean manufacturing tools to continuously drive reliability improvements.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Lead programs and training as needed to enhance the reliability culture at the plant sites
• Maintains and analyzes reliability data and drives improvements related to reliability fundamentals such as production critical equipment, equipment maintenance strategies, gap closure assessments/regular audits, spare parts requirements, and reliability metrics
• Conducts failure analysis and supports root cause investigations as appropriate (i.e., higher level criticality). As well as guiding the site in how to conduct proper RCFAs, with follow up action items and tracking
• Act as a liaison with engineers, operations, specialists, and other cross functional teams to implement or develop potential reliability improvements
• Uses RCM/FMEA/Pareto process principles to establish and optimize proactive maintenance strategies for mechanical equipment
• Makes recommendations for long term reliability improvements (including improvements that may be transferred to the capital project team)
• May include implementation of business processes as it relates to a reliability strategy
• As a direct member of the Global Reliability Group, ensure required processes, procedures, and standards are followed at the local site level
• Improve or publish procedures or guidance as it may relate to reliability or maintenance management
• Utilize your current skills and experience by leading maintenance and reliability assessments to assist with identification of opportunities in equipment reliability, process, and management systems, as well as assist the sites in the development of these improvement programs
• Participate and/or lead Operational Excellence audits on a rotational basis
• Be willing to travel up to 10% of the time

Min. Qualifications

Education

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or other appropriate engineering degree (e.g., chemical, electrical)

Experience

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in refining, petrochemical plant industry, or an industrial plant (e.g., mineral processing), 10+ years preferred
• Ability to work well in a team setting with others to drive change and influence site leadership
• General knowledge of project management, reliability engineering, and root cause analysis
• Must demonstrate a working knowledge of applicable engineering and inspection codes/standards and their application (e.g., API, ASME, ANSI, PIP)
• Thorough knowledge of operating processes, equipment, and materials of construction

Languages

• Must be fluent in English

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