Mechanical Integrity Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

NEXPERA leads the way in sulfuric acid and potassium hydroxide regeneration, offering a comprehensive range of products and services that optimize processes, minimize environmental impact, and allow our partners to focus on their core operations. With the industry’s largest facility network, we ensure unmatched reliability and drive innovation across the industrial landscape. In addition, we provide an unmatched array of sulfur-based chemicals and related services to a diverse set of industries.

POSITION PURPOSE  

This position will be responsible for the mechanical integrity inspection program and providing maintenance and reliability engineering support to the Borderland (El Paso, TX) site. The position will lead programs and projects that improve asset reliability, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance overall equipment performance across the site. 

PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES (but not limited to):

1. Reliability Engineering & Asset Performance
   • Provide technical leadership on monitoring/inspecting of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation/control systems to enhance reliability
   • Define condition monitoring requirements and lead Predictive and Preventive Maintenance programs 

2. Inspection, Compliance & Mechanical Integrity

   • Oversee inspections in accordance with API 510, API 570, and API 653 standards 
   • Ensure inspection program is in compliance with RAGAGEP and OSHA 1910.119 (PSM) requirements
   • Manage and implement corrosion monitoring programs (e.g., PSAIM®) 
   • Ensure all inspection and repair activities are properly documented per regulatory and corporate MIQA standards 

3. Documentation & Reporting

   • Develop and maintain standardized inspection and maintenance plans 
   • Review post-inspection reports with actionable short- and long-term recommendations; track recommendations to closure
   • Maintain and update equipment inspection history, and inspection plans within SAP and site systems 
   • Track and report reliability and MIQA metrics

4. Repair, Maintenance & Field Support

   • Develop and document repair plans for fixed equipment 
   • Oversee/Coordinate maintenance activities, repair execution, and equipment installation to ensure quality and compliance 
   • Perform field contract administration for repairs and inspection services 

5. Quality Assurance & Technical Oversight

   • Ensure QA/QC plans ITPs are developed for new equipment fabrication and installation 
   • Coordinate quality inspections at vendor shops and onsite 
   • Review NDE results and determine required actions, track required actions to closure
   • Perform engineering calculations such as, minimum allowable thickness, remaining useful life

6. Project & Program Management

   • Coordinate contract inspection and NDE activities, including field execution oversight
   • Identify, plan, and execute reliability improvement and site improvement projects 
   • Lead minor capital projects and support Management of Change (MOC) processes 
   • Participate in design reviews to recommend reliability improvements 

7. Safety & Leadership

   • Ensure all equipment and activities meet safety and environmental compliance standards 
   • Serve as a member of the Process Safety Management (PSM) Committee with focus on Mechanical Integrity and Quality Assurance
   • Participate in corporate MIQA network, contribute to development of programs, and lead implementation at the Borderland site.

Qualifications

In order to be qualified for this role, the following is required:

• Education/Experience/Background
  • Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in an Engineering Discipline (Mechanical Engineering preferred)
  • Minimum 2 years relative experience working in/on Mechanical Integrity and Quality Assurance programs or in Maintenance Supervision
  • Minimum 2 years' experience within high hazardous chemical processing or oil refining industries or similar industries

• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Working knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM)
  • Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, preventive and predictive maintenance technologies, and condition monitoring and fixed time maintenance strategies
  • Experience working within a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).  SAP Experience is preferred
  • Willingness to be available and on call 24/7 as needed due to business conditions
  • Other preferred skills
  • Familiarity with national standards such as API 510 & 570 & 653, ASME B31.1 & B31.3, NBIC, NACE SP 0294, RTP-1
  • Familiarity with Non-Destructive Testing methods such as Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Thermal/Infrared Testing (TIR), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Vibration Analysis Testing (VA), etc.
  • Familiarity with various welding techniques
  • Familiarity with metallic and non-metallic fixed equipment
  • Experience working with Highly Hazardous Chemicals/High Hazard Process
  • Manufacturing experience which includes exposure to Safety, Health, Environment, Quality, Maintenance and Continuous Improvement systems and tools
  • Demonstrated collaborative problem solving, excellent planning and organizational skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and teamwork
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Proactive problem solving and utilization of data in a timely manner
  • 10% travel

• Required Certification/License/Training

  • Current and valid driver’s license
  • Currently have or able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)

Physical Requirements/Work Environment 

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while successfully performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Include possible work hazards and percent of travel required.

• Willing and able to work in a High Hazard environment; outdoors, indoors, elevated heights and confined spaces
• Willing and able to wear required PPE (personal protective equipment) such as steel toes, hardhat, protective eyewear, air supplied and cartridge respirator, etc.
• Willing and able to climb stairs, ladders, stand, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, crawl, visual acuity for close work, able to reach overhead, able to hear and respond to alarms.
• Perform confined space entry

Successful candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

BENEFITS

NEXPERA's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

 

Additional information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.