Westlake Chemical Corporation

Mechanical Engineer

Westlake Chemical Corporation • $80K — $95K *
New Martinsville, WV 26155In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • B.S. in Mechanical or Materials Engineering required
  • 5-10 years of reliability engineering experience in chemical manufacturing preferred
  • Strong project management and operational issue resolution skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
  • Knowledge of Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA)
  • Experience with Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)
  • Familiar with predictive maintenance techniques and ASME/API codes

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and supervise mechanical maintenance activities within the department
  • Plan and implement new mechanical equipment to enhance plant efficiency
  • Report monthly project costs and equipment details in SAP
  • Schedule projects aligning with downtime and resource availability
  • Prepare project cost estimates and economic justifications
  • Develop and execute capital projects effectively
  • Lead and report on Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) initiatives

Benefits

  • Support to enrich work life and career in an entrepreneurial environment
  • Opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration
  • Focus on enhancing employee skills and project management capabilities
  • Exposure to advanced maintenance programs and technologies
  • Involvement in department KPI meetings and initiatives
Full Job Description


SUMMARY

The main function of the Mechanical Engineer is to coordinate, troubleshoot, direct and supervise the work effort within their area of the Maintenance department. Also responsible for organizing, assigning, expediting and supervising the implementation of preventive maintenance, emergency repairs and job order requests on a daily basis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Incumbent will work closely with other departments in determining mechanical maintenance and project needs for all plant facilities
  • Plan and install new and improved mechanical equipment that will increase the efficiency and performance of plant production processes
  • Report project/work order costs monthly and general equipment in SAP
  • Coordinate the scheduling of projects to fit the sequence of downtime, materials and manpower requirements
  • Prepare cost estimates and economic justification for projects or capital authorizations for management evaluation
  • Develop and execute capital projects.
  • Investigate job order requests to determine the extent and importance of the job and act accordingly
  • May be responsible for initiating and/or improving the utilization of preventive maintenance programs to aid in the reduction of downtime and loss of production
  • Troubleshoot and debug as need arises
  • This role includes leading department Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) team and monthly report out in departmental KPI meeting
  • Actively participate in department Tier II meetings


EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
  • Requires B. S. in Mechanical or Materials Engineering, preferably with 5-10 years of reliability engineering experience, within a chemical manufacturing facility. Applicants with less than 5 years of experience will be considered.
  • Ability to manage and lead both strategic long-term programs/projects as well as address short-term operational issues
  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Strong computer skills in Microsoft office tools
  • Failure Mode and Effective Analysis (FMEA)
  • Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)
  • Predictive techniques for fixed and rotating equipment - e.g. vibration analysis, oil analysis, nondestructive testing, thermography, etc.
  • Familiarity with piping systems
  • Familiarity with ASME and API codes
  • Familiarity with rotating equipment
  • Understanding of PSM systems
  • Six Sigma or Lean certification is preferred


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use steps and ladders; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as normally based in an office. Work in the operating units is required which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required.

About Westlake Chemical Corporation

Westlake Chemical is an international manufacturer and supplier of petrochemicals and fabricated products that enhance the daily lives of people around the planet. The tires we ride on, the plastic wrap that keeps our meats and produce fresh, the pipes that are essential to ensuring clean water, the frames that secure our windows and doors, Westlake plays a vital role in supplying the building blocks for these products and many more.

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Learn more about Westlake Chemical Corporation
Size
14,550 employees
Market Cap
$13.2 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$330 million
Founded
1986
5 Year Trend
+18.3%
Revenue
$7.5 billion
NASDAQ
WLK
* Ladders Estimates

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