Reliability Engineer

Position Summary:

Linde Gases U.S. (LGUS) has an immediate opening for a position in the Reliability group to support a new facility in Nederland, TX. This position is responsible for improving the safety, reliability and efficiency of plant fixed and rotating equipment by applying engineering expertise to maintenance, performance, and operational issues.

Job Overview:

• Near term responsibilities will include supporting commissioning and startup for an ASU and two ATR units.

• Drive standard practices around preventive and predictive maintenance processes for responsible sites.

• Establish and monitor inspections, PMs and PdMs for mechanical equipment.

• Maintain high level of effectiveness around CMMS and Spare parts availability.

• Drive reduction in unplanned down time, discovery work and repeat events to reduce overall life cycle cost and increase operating profit for the business

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze data and information from multiple sources to identify and justify life-cycle cost and reliability improvement activities.

• Perform inspections and support troubleshooting activities on mechanical equipment to improve plant safety, reliability, and overall performance.

• Perform failure analysis and RCAs on equipment failures. Develop corrective actions and track results.

• Develop Standard Maintenance Procedures (SMPs) and PMs to improve equipment performance and reliability while minimizing repair costs.

• Develop and implement equipment maintenance strategies working with Subject Matter Experts.

• Analyze bad actors and repeat corrective maintenance items. Maintain bad actor list and serve as scope lead for projects that eliminate bad actors.

• Perform quarterly IR scans of refractory-lined equipment and issue recommendations as needed.

• Review results of predictive programs (i.e. oil analysis, vibration routes) to monitor equipment health, predict failures, and optimize maintenance frequency.

• Ensure accurate BOMs and spare parts for critical equipment.

• Develop and assist with Reliability Assessments of facilities and/or equipment.

This position requires a combination of office and field work and will require occasional travel to support other facilities in the LGUS fleet. Accessibility during off-hours (laptop and cell phone) is occasionally required.

Basic Qualifications:

• B.S. in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance/reliability engineering in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Experience in maintenance and engineering of mechanical equipment in process industries such as compressors, heat exchangers, pumps, chillers, cooling towers, piping systems, hydraulic systems and pneumatic systems.
• Experience in understanding and interpreting P&ID and machinery drawings.
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance methodologies and technologies.
• Experience in engineering, specification and design of mechanical systems, assets and projects.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. Able to communicate with all levels of the organization to drive improvements in reliability.
• Ability to work independently as well as lead/participate on cross functional teams.
• Capable of handling multiple assignments and appropriately prioritizing work.
• Experience in computers and standard software packages (MS Office, E-Mail etc.).

Preferred qualifications:

• Understanding of machinery installation, commissioning and process optimization in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of reliability methodologies and strategies such as RCM, TPM, FMEA, Spare Parts Management, Planning & Scheduling and CMMS optimization.
• Vibration Institute Certification
• MHM database training
• International Council for Machinery Lubrication Level 1
• Infrared Training

About Linde:

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain and protect our planet.

Culture:

At Linde, we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect, supports new thoughts and ideas, encourages growth and development, celebrates our differences, and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse, ever-increasing pool of global talent.

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Benefits:

Linde Gases US offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

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