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Zone Maintenance Engineer

USA - Louisiana - Geismar Full time

Job Description:

Rubicon is seeking a Zone Maintenance Engineer supporting the Polyurethanes Division located in Geismar.

Job Scope

The ZME is responsible for maintaining, in an efficient manner, over $500MM in plant assets. The ZME directs the activities of all daily maintenance personnel (Rubicon & contract) in carrying out this function.  The ZME interfaces with all departments on the plant site. The ZME is the primary technical and logistical resource for their respective zone.  

Works with OMC on all deviations and directives relating to maintenance activities Prioritizes the reported rebuilds with the OMC  Identifies operational and maintenance improvements to cost effective solutions and improvements

In summary, as the Zone Maintenance Engineer, you will:  

  • Works with OMC on all deviations and directives relating to maintenance activities Prioritizes the reported rebuilds with the OMC  Identifies operational and maintenance improvements to cost effective solutions and improvements

Involved in the work order notification and prioritization process, including 

  • Provides input as required to ensure work notifications and work orders meet the technical requirements of safety, reliability, and production
  • Provides technical expertise as required to ensure work prioritization meets maximize safety, reliability, and production needs
  • Provides technical input to rotating and fixed equipment plans to ensure quality and accuracy
  • Keep track and manage backlog in areas of responsibility. 
  • Number of work orders, schedule attainment, critical work orders, and PMs due
  • Determines first pass root cause of unusual incidents relating to rotating equipment, process upsets Working with Reliability group and OMC to make decisions on problem equipment
  • Specifying equipment for replacement or improvement
  • Assisting in determining how and whether to repair problem equipment 

Complete necessary mechanical MOCs Safety performance Plan technical compliance, Continuous improvement projects Job compliance

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus.
 
The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Rubicon in the United States.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering 
  • 3 years of experience in maintenance engineering
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and equipment

Skills and knowledge

  • Add skills or behaviors this candidate must possess to be evaluated in the interview process

Preferred Qualifications

  • Effective leadership skills which would include the ability to direct and supervise personnel.
  •  Good communication skills both with subordinates and superiors, contractors, other departments, and material vendors.
    Ability to handle multiple tasks without difficulty.
  •  Practical knowledge of chemical processes obtained through experience and technical education.
  •  Practical knowledge of all aspects of mechanical process equipment.
  •  Excellent cognitive skills which allow the individual to reason through complex problems.
  •  Knowledge and appreciation of environmental and OSHA standards; toxicity and hazards of all chemicals within the operating and maintenance areas and safe handling procedures for all unit and non-unit chemicals.
  •  Thorough knowledge of plant policies and procedures
  •  Ability to perform in high stress situations.
  •  Effective training and coaching skills.

Rubicon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic.  

All unsolicited resumes presented by recruitment agencies are treated as pro bono information or service and will not be compensated. 

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