Reliability Engineer

Albemarle Corporation
Silver Peak, NV, United States
20 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Computer Literacy Failure Mode Effects Analysis Uptime SAP ERP Reliability Engineering

Job description

We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet., * Establish guidelines and specifications (e.g. task, frequency, materials, qualifications, etc.) for properly implementing equipment Preventive Maintenance and equipment health activities.

  • Develop, lead, and implement systems/processes and equipment upgrades that improve equipment reliability (e.g., preventive and predictive maintenance, maintenance techniques, material recommendations, troubleshooting guides, repair plans, training, spare parts, etc.)
  • Develop scope for repairs, inspections, maintenance, and modifications to machinery Analyze equipment trends, historical data, and OEE data to recommend and justify improvements to obtain lowest life cycle Cost

  • Identify root causes and develop engineering solutions for equipment reliability problems through ā€œBad Actorā€ and cost analysis, Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA), and equipment history reviews
  • Work with process engineers, operations, and maintenance to implement solutions.
  • Define and setup critical spare parts to ensure they are available when needed. Provide guidance to mechanical crafts, as required, for performing repairs, inspections, maintenance, and modifications to machinery.

  • Manage and lead strategic programs (Infrared Thermography, Laser Alignment, Balancing, Lubrication, Steam Tra
  • Maintenance, Oil Analysis, Vibration Analysis, etc.) to improve mechanical equipment reliability, mechanical integrity, and Safety
  • Manage, maintain, and improve the unit’s Mechanical Integrity program
  • Provide measurements of equipment uptime, overall equipment effectiveness, and mean time between failures
  • Implement and communicate continuous improvement efforts and cost reduction activities
  • Provide ā€œDesign for Reliabilityā€ input to capital projects with respect to equipment specifications that create project approaches that minimize life cycle costs.
  • Assist in identifying the work content of planned shutdowns and provide engineering support during shutdowns.
  • Develops procedures and specifications for new and existing equipment

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering - Preferably Mechanical
  • 3-5 Years of Experience in a Plant/Manufacturing Environment
  • Experience with both fixed equipment (vessels, piping, heat exchangers, etc.) and rotating equipment (pumps, gearboxes, compressors, centrifuges, couplings, etc.).
  • Equipment reliability principles and predictive maintenance disciplines knowledge preferred
  • Advanced computer use skills, knowledge of SAP preferred
  • Demonstrated technical capabilities and understanding of maintenance work processes and the interfaces with other functional groups
  • Previous experience troubleshooting mechanical processes.

It’dbe great if you also have:

  • Vessel Inspection Codes
  • ANSI Knowledge
  • Contractor Management Experience

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.

We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together. #LI-JH3

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Benefits of Joining Albemarle

  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.

We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together. Applied = 0 MORE JOBS LIKE THIS

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