5+ years experience as a Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
Experience with Mechanical Integrity program and MI Software
Knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance practices
Familiarity with predictive technologies for evaluations
Experience using SAP or similar CMMS for maintenance management
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot equipment issues and conduct root cause failure analyses
Collaborate with production for reliability improvement plans
Monitor and optimize inspection strategies
Provide technical support to Mechanical Integrity team members
Assist Project Engineering in equipment selection based on reliability best practices
Conduct vessel and piping design calculations related to equipment re-rating
Stay updated on advancements in engineering and inspection technologies
Benefits
Participation in a predictive maintenance environment
Opportunities to work on major overhaul and repair initiatives
Collaborative team approach with Mechanical and Reliability Group
Support for ongoing technical training and certification
Exposure to state-of-the-art engineering and inspection equipment
Engagement with industry best practices in project phases
Full Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer will establish reliability engineering principles and best work practices and lead major overhauls and repairs to critical Fixed Equipment.
TARGETED OUTCOMES
Performs reliability engineering evaluations and analyses related to equipment strategies (i.e. Preventive/Predictive tasks, Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF), Remaining Useful Life, Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA), Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA).
Works with production to identify key areas of equipment performance requests and improvement opportunities based on materials of construction evaluations.
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, develop action plan, and work to implement action plan
Ensure that all inspection plans/strategies are in place. Consistently monitor the plans to optimize
Provide technical support to all Mechanical Integrity Specialists and 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 re-rating of equipment (i.e. pressure vessels).
Demonstrates and stays abreast of developments and advancements in technology (i.e. engineering and inspection equipment and techniques).
Exhibits knowledge and use of SAP as an effective maintenance management tool for analyzing equipment information and history.
TEAM
Reports to: Mechanical and Reliability Manager
Team Members: Mechanical and Reliability Group
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Minimum of five (5) years' experience as Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
Job related experience maintaining the Mechanical Integrity program using the MI Software
Applied knowledge of reliability centered maintenance practices
Knowledge and understanding of predictive technologies for fixed equipment evaluations
Demonstrated use of SAP or other CMMS as an effective maintenance management tool for pulling equipment information and history
REQUIRED SKILLS
Computer Systems: Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Visio); Enterprise Resource Planning (SAP); Reliability Software (Wiebul Analysis, RCM, Mechanical Integrity Software)
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)
RBI Methodology to improve risk management results and reduce the risk of failures
RCFA Methodology to identify the casual factors for component, equipment or system failures
Corrosion Protection to control the corrosion of metal surfaces through materials selection and Cathodic Protection
Communication: ability to listen and understand information and ideas and to express thought and ideas clearly and concisely through oral and written communication
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