Principal Mechanical Asset Engineer

Company: Covestro AG
Location: Baytown
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Principal Mechanical Asset Engineer page is loaded Principal Mechanical Asset Engineer Apply locations Baytown, TX time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR-2023-01191 We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18,150 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place. WHAT WE OFFER As the Principal Mechanical Asset Engineer, you will maintain the technical availability of assigned assets as well as for maintenance/reliability activities, investment planning and execution to ensure regulatory compliance regarding inspection and obligations in area of responsibility. Major Responsibilities

• Accountable to develop, implement and evergreen the reliability strategy for their area of responsibility & align the reliability targets with the business targets of the Business Unit
• Responsible for plant maintenance to ensure production output and maintenance cost targets are met & improved; responsible to participate in the development maintenance budget in area of responsibility; accountable for maintenance budgets in their assigned cost centers .
• Responsible for ensuring shutdown and turn-around scope align with the asset management strategy for the unit and best-known engineering practices.
• Responsible for scope definition and accountable for technical acceptance of plant modifications, from the reliability perspective, which can include small projects and mid-size/large projects, as appropriate .
• Pursue troubleshooting , failure analysis, scoping of more complex problems and handoff to defect elimination . Leads Root Cause Failure Analysis on mechanical failures
• Accountable to maintain and safeguard the as-built plant documentation standards in their area.
• Accountable for Management of Change and the subsequent modifications to the assets . Contributes to HAZOP's and unit specific H ealth Safety and Environmental (HSE) issues.
• Works independently, advises, and influences technical and business matters, responsible for development, maintenance and vitality of essential technologies and processes . Demonstrates application and decision-making in technical work processes with comprehensive knowledge of techniques methods and best practices WHAT YOU OFFER Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or related degree with 6+ years' experience OR
  • Master's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or related degree with 4+ years' experience OR
  • PhD in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or related degree with 2+ years' experience
    • The eligibility to apply for and obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) within a reasonable timeframe Preferred Qualifications
      • Rotational assignment completed in job function or area of responsibility/different production train
      • Six-Sigma Green Belt Certification
      • Advanced knowledge of the manufacture of Aromatic Isocyanates and related derivatives and intermediates
      • Highly skilled in work planning and management for reliability work involving toxic chemicals ( i.e., Phosgene CO , Cl2, and NH3.)
      • Broad Knowledge of phosgene safety concepts - Knowledge & Skills:
        • Advanced knowledge of application and decision making in reliability procedures/work processes ( i.e., planning, scheduling, execution)
        • Comprehensive knowledge of reliability methods and techniques and best practices (including but not limited to vessel repair, lifting techniques, corrosion abatement, welding, vibration analysis, instrumentation, motor drive troubleshooting, and precision maintenance.)
        • Comprehensive knowledge of reliability work Processes to ensure license to operate as well as to improve mechanical reliability and Facility Asset Management cost ( i.e., mechanical integrity, asset strategy management, failure mode effects analysis, defect elimination and continuous Improvement) . Possesses comprehensive knowledge of techniques, methods, and best practices to support this work . - i.e., non-destructive inspection technologies (Iris, Shear-Wave, Ultrasound), asset management systems, autonomous maintenance, calibration and preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance, corrosion abatement, application of engineering standards, etc .
        • Advanced Knowledge of procedures/work processes ( i.e., process hazard analysis, pressure safety, management of change, pre-startup safety reviews).
        • Extensive knowledge of the effects of unit process conditions on mechanical reliability - i.e., reliability operating parameters/ windows/conditions; process chemistry.
        • Broad Knowledge of the capital process including but not limited to scoping, estimating, business case development, FEL 0, 1 + 2 with a comprehensive knowledge of techniques, methods, and best practices for the management of capital investments. -
        • Deep Knowledge of the concepts for maintaining process components such as but not limited to fixed and rotating equipment, process control devices and with greater area and with a comprehensive knowledge of related techniques, methods and best practices - for example Troubleshooting/Repair selection of technology and/or materials of construction.
        • Advanced knowledge in obtaining and analyzing data from tools and systems used in Covestro ( i.e., SAP , Meridium, Documentum, OSIsoft- PI )
        • A bility to ensure application and compliance with HSEQ policies and procedures while performing engineering activities.
        • -Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead unit and site teams and to be a key contributor on global teams . - #LI-AD1 YOUR APPLICATION Are you as curious, courageous and colorful as we are? If so, we can offer you an exciting career opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application and resume. Become part of our team - apply now! Equal Employment Opportunity: Hiring and advancement are based on job-related requirements and on an individual's qualifications to perform a job. All aspects of employment are carried out free of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disabilities, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression or any unlawful criterion, existing under applicable federal, state, or local law.Contact UsInfo-Hotline: +1 844-522-6775If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access this site as a result of your disability. To make a request, please call (412) 413-2736. Similar Jobs (1) Senior Mechanical Asset Engineer locations Baytown, TX time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago Introduce Yourself If you can't find you dream job in our job board, you can still connect with us. About Us Covestro is a world-leading supplier of high-tech polymer materials: innovative, sustainable and diverse.
          Guided by our purpose to make the world a brighter place, we develop products and solutions that push the boundaries of what's possible. And to this aim, we are focusing fully on the circular economy. Employee Benefits There's life at work and outside of work. At Covestro, we see the whole picture. Learn more about our benefits . Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Learn more -about how Diversity, Equity & Inclusion helps us push boundaries. How to Apply Find out how to successfully apply and what to expect from our hiring process. Latest News on Social Media Follow us for the latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram @Covestro

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