Maintenance Engineer at Trecora LLC

Pasadena, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Preventive Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, Root Cause Failure Analysis, Reliability-Centered Maintenance, CMMS, Mechanical Engineering, Asset Management, Equipment Performance Analysis, Vibration Analysis, Project Management, Technical Mentoring, Compliance Monitoring

Industry

Chemical Manufacturing

Description

Description Reliability Program & Equipment Performance Lead the development and implementation of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs to improve plant reliability. Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for reliability improvement. Conduct or oversee root cause failure analyses (RCFA) and recommend engineering solutions to prevent recurrence. Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to prioritize reliability initiatives and optimize maintenance plans. Oversee installation, commissioning, and startup of new equipment, ensuring reliability considerations are incorporated. Develop metrics and reporting systems to track equipment health, maintenance effectiveness, and reliability improvements. Support mechanical integrity and asset management programs by ensuring inspections, audits, and compliance activities are completed effectively. Documentation, Compliance & Quality Control Maintain accurate records of equipment performance, maintenance history, and reliability projects. Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and quality standards related to plant equipment and reliability programs. Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure proper use of CMMS for tracking reliability and maintenance activities. Recommend and implement improvements to maintenance procedures and reliability standards. Leadership & Collaboration Provide guidance, mentoring, and technical support to Reliability Technicians and maintenance staff. Communicate reliability goals, performance metrics, and project updates to plant management and cross-functional teams. Participate in safety meetings, audits, and reliability training initiatives to foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Lead or support turnaround planning, shutdowns, and critical maintenance projects from a reliability perspective. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements EDUCATION Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in a technical field required. Bachelor’s degree in technical field (Mechanical Engineering, Reliability Engineering) or similar field preferred. CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES CAT III Vibration Analyst certification preferred. EXPERIENCE 3-5 years of experience in maintenance, reliability, or mechanical engineering in chemical, petrochemical, refining, or industrial manufacturing environments. Proven experience leading reliability programs, predictive maintenance, and equipment improvement projects. Hands-on experience or exposure to pumps, valves, rotating equipment, fixed equipment, and mechanical integrity programs. Demonstrated success mentoring technicians and working cross-functionally to improve plant performance. TALENTS Strong mechanical, electrical, and process engineering knowledge. Ability to analyze complex equipment and process data to identify reliability issues and solutions. Skilled in root cause analysis, predictive maintenance techniques, and reliability-centered maintenance principles. Effective communication, coaching, and collaboration skills. Detail-oriented, with strong documentation and reporting habits. Strategic thinker with problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve plant reliability and equipment performance. Oversee root cause failure analyses and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize maintenance plans and ensure regulatory compliance.