Maintenance Engineer

Shape the Future with Us . At Lubrizol, we’re transforming the transportation, industrial application, and consumer markets through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact—on your career, your community, and the world around you.

Location:  Deer Park, TX

Travel: None

Job Type:  Full-time; On-site

How You’ll Make an Impact

As a Maintenance Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of our innovation providing maintenance/mechanical engineering technical expertise to plant Operations and Maintenance personnel on troubleshooting failures, repairs, getting equipment in functional condition and providing input to facility and equipment strategies. You'll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing and enhance modern life. In this role, you will:

• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in equipment failures and repair techniques during root cause investigations.
• Work closely with the Maintenance Technologist so that the jobs have both technical and field experience during troubleshooting, procedures, repair plans, etc.
• Provide technical expertise to plant personnel on troubleshooting failures, repairs, and evaluate whether equipment is designed to meet its intended or existing service conditions.
• For equipment that is critical for the process, you'll ensure that work requests include engineering input on repair details such as clearances, tolerances, materials of construction, welding procedures, etc.
• Provide onsite/offsite technical support for deviations from this data if necessary.
• Ensure repairs, repair techniques, and equipment-specific training are made available and documented.
• Provide technical support for specification, identification, and purchasing of required parts.
• Provide maintainability input into Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) strategy.
• Support the PPM coordinator as required in reviewing spare parts list for existing equipment.
• Support Operations in the development of operating procedures (i.e. proper steps for starting / stopping a pump, etc.).
• Review operations logbook for any unusual activity that they may need to support.
• Participate with Reliability Engineer in developing facility and equipment maintenance strategies.
• As required, provide engineering input to the Planners job plans and job packages to ensure standards are followed.
• Receive and review History Feedback form Crafts when unusual findings are noted.
• Serve as a technical resource to the planner and crafts as needed.
• During development of turnaround work, provides input on development of work orders particularly on critical equipment requiring Engineering review or input.
• Write and support the development of maintenance procedures.
• Work with the Maintenance Technologist on following jobs internally and externally to ensure quality repairs.
• Support the Maintenance Technologist in training Crafts, Operations, etc.

Required Qualifications that Enables Your Success  

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university. 
• 3+ years of Maintenance Engineering experience in a chemical processing/manufacturing environment.
• Experience with SAP within the Maintenance Department. 

Preferred Qualifications that Drives you Forward

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.

Your Work Environment
At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work—whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

• 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.

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

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
• Learn more at  benefits.lubrizol.com LI 

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Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. ™Delivered by You.

For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions—from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems —are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you.

We tackle the world’s toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world—brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you.

Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future. 

We win because of you. Let’s build the future together.