Maintenance and Reliability Engineer in PASADENA, Texas at Trecora LLC

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.

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.