Mechanical Integrity Engineer

Mechanical Integrity Engineer

Company: Lubrizol Corporation

Location: Avon Lake, OH, US 44012

Job Type: Full-time / On-site

Shift + Hours: 1st Shift

How You’ll Make An Impact

As a Mechanical Integrity Engineer you’ll be at the forefront of our innovation, driving specialty chemical solutions forward. You’ll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life. The Mechanical Integrity Engineer is responsible for the development, implementation, and execution of the mechanical integrity program (MIP) to ensure safe and reliable operation of fixed assets.

In This Role, You Will

• Works directly with Maintenance & Reliability personnel for the implementation of various asset management strategies.
• Serves as a site subject matter expert for Mechanical Integrity (MI) and Fixed Asset Management.
• Develops and maintains mechanical integrity programs for pressure vessels, piping, tanks, heat exchangers, pressure relief valves, etc.
• Performs Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) assessments and establishes inspection intervals per API standards.
• Supports Fitness-for-Service (FFS) evaluations and corrosion analysis to ensure continued safe operation.
• Oversees all inspections, analyzes inspection data, and implements reliability improvements for static equipment.
• Ensures compliance with OSHA PSM, API 510/570/653, and other applicable codes and standards.
• Leads root cause failure analysis (RCFA) for integrity-related incidents.
• Provides engineering support to capital and expense projects for tank/vessel design and selection, PSV sizing, heat exchanger design, etc.
• Provides technical support for turnaround planning and execution related to fixed equipment.
• Provides leadership and technical oversight for the site's criticality analysis and ranking system for utility and process systems.
• Develops engineering solutions to maintenance problems, including methods of reducing or eliminating the need for maintenance through equipment replacement or improvement work.
• Scopes, estimates, and manages smaller capital projects (
• Assists in updating drawings and maintenance data, coordinating this effort with production and project engineering resources.
• Participates on teams with operations, engineering, and maintenance team to identify, prioritize, and execute plant improvement opportunities.
• Supports other plant and departmental initiatives as directed by management.

Required Qualifications That Enable Your Success

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in engineering or engineering technology; mechanical preferred.
• 5 years experience as a maintenance, reliability, or mechanical integrity engineer operating within a chemical plant.
• Proven success in leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience with industry codes and standards
  • API 510, 570, and 653
  • API 620 and 650
  • API 2000
  • ASME B31.3, and ASME BPVC Section VIII standards
• Experience with
  • Mechanical Integrity repair, inspection and modification as well as work quality management.
  • Technical knowledge of metallurgy, construction drawings, welding procedures, fabrication methods and quality management.
  • Knowledge of corrosion and various damage mechanisms associated with fixed equipment failure.
  • Modern inspection technologies and limitations (drones, visual, ultrasonic/UT, guided wave, IRIS, X-ray, etc.)
  • Fitness for service methodology and analysis.
  • Practical application of reliability strategies including spares management, RCM, RCFA, FMEA, and criticality analysis.
  • CMMS software; SAP preferred.

Preferred Qualifications That Drive You Forward

• Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
• Certification in industrial maintenance and reliability (CMRP, CRE, or CMRT)
• Certified Pressure Vessel, Above Ground Storage Tank, or Piping Inspector

Your Work Environment

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods.
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided.
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment.
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials.
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards.

Benefits That Empower You

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
• Flexible work environment
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career and professional growth
• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement

Nearest Major Market

Cleveland

Nearest Secondary Market

Akron

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Chemical Research, Construction, Materials Science, Metallurgy, Engineering, Manufacturing, Science