Reliability Engineer

Richard Design Services (RDS) is currently seeking an experienced Fixed Asset Reliability Engineer for a contract position at Lotte Chemical in Westlake, LA.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Fixed Asset Reliability Engineer to join our team. Duration of the assignment is approximately 1 year or longer.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in fixed equipment design, fabrication, repair, inspection, or related disciplines in Petrochemical facilities
• Ability to work in an industrial plant environment, including climbing stairs and ladders, working at heights, entering confined spaces, and performing physical activities such as walking, crawling, crouching, balancing, and sitting.
• Flexibility to work extended hours as needed, including weekends and holidays, and willingness to participate in an on-call rotation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of ASME and API codes related to equipment construction, repair, rerating, and alterations.
• Working knowledge of non-destructive testing (NDT) methods and techniques.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and construction drawings.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of API 571, API 574, API 575, and NBIC standards.
• Experience using SAP.
• Experience conducting Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA), including methodologies such as Cause Mapping and TapRooT.
• Experience in FMEA and RCM
• Familiarity with industry-standard fixed equipment design and fitness-for-service software applications.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, preferably with metallurgy-related experience or coursework

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