Zone Maintenance Engineer

Zone Maintenance Engineer

Rubicon is seeking a Zone Maintenance Engineer supporting the Polyurethanes Division located in Geismar. This position will report to the Maintenance Superintendent.

Job Scope
The Zone Maintenance Engineer (ZME) is responsible for maintaining plant assets. The Zone Maintenance Engineer directs the activities of all daily maintenance personnel (Rubicon and contractors) in carrying out this function. The ZME interfaces with all departments on the plant site and is the primary technical and logistical resource for their respective zone.

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

• Work with OMC on all deviations and directives related to maintenance activities
• Prioritize reported rebuilds with the OMC
• Identify operational and maintenance improvements and develop cost-effective solutions

Participate in the work order notification and prioritization process, including:

• Providing input to ensure work notifications and work orders meet safety, reliability, and production requirements
• Providing technical expertise to ensure prioritization maximizes safety, reliability, and production needs
• Providing technical input for rotating and fixed equipment plans to ensure quality and accuracy

Track and manage backlog within areas of responsibility, including:

• Number of work orders, schedule attainment, critical work orders, and PMs due
• Determine the first-pass root cause of unusual incidents related to rotating equipment and process upsets

Work with the Reliability group and OMC to make decisions regarding problem equipment, including:

• Specifying equipment for replacement or improvement
• Assisting in determining how and whether to repair equipment
• Complete necessary mechanical MOCs
• Ensure strong safety performance
• Plan and execute technical compliance and continuous improvement projects
• Ensure 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

Skills and Knowledge

• Effective leadership skills, including the ability to direct and supervise personnel
• Strong communication skills with subordinates, superiors, contractors, other departments, and vendors
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Practical knowledge of chemical processes gained through experience and technical education
• Practical knowledge of all aspects of mechanical process equipment
• Strong cognitive skills to analyze and resolve complex problems
• Knowledge of environmental and OSHA standards, including chemical hazards and safe handling procedures
• Thorough knowledge of plant policies and procedures
• Ability to perform under high-stress conditions
• Effective training and coaching skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with rotating and fixed equipment in a chemical plant environment

Working Environment

• Occasionally required to bend, stoop, climb, reach above shoulder level, and kneel while reviewing field work
• Frequently required to climb stairs
• Occasionally required to lift up to 10 lbs. from floor to waist
• Work distribution: Standing 30%, Walking 40%, Sitting 30%

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.

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