Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Now hiring! Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

We are looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our NAF team in Freeport, TX.

Come create chemistry with us!

Our team is looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to support our Freeport, TX site Utilities and Infrastructures units. 

As the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will effectively provide technical support to Root Cause Failure Analyses, monitor Preventative Maintenance/Predictive Maintenance (PM/Pd.M.) programs, support the Mechanical Integrity inspection process to ensure timely repairs, troubleshoot complex mechanical equipment problems including proposing and implementing sustainable solutions/work processes. 
 

As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you create chemistry by...

•    Provide technical support to maintenance Supervisor, specialist, and crafts on difficult equipment repair problems 
•    Provide Tier 2 troubleshooting support and recommendations to operating units on equipment reliability including emergency work reviews 
•    Participate in Root Cause Failure Analysis and execute corrective actions for complex and/or repetitive problems 
•    Participate in the Bad Actor Program and create action plans for improving reliability 
•    Assist in the training and development of in-house maintenance resources 
•    Support the reliability processes to drive improvements, optimize costs, and improve Asset Effectiveness (Bad Actor Management, FMEA, RBI, RBM, RCM, Reliability Roadmap, etc) 
•    Establish, monitor, and optimize Preventative Maintenance and Predictive Maintenance Plans 
•    Develop disciplined and systematic equipment Maintenance strategy based upon business needs 
•    Provide input to Maintenance budget 
•    Evaluate new technologies 
•    Evaluate alternatives for equipment repair seeking cost and time advantages 
•    Support capital projects by supplying engineering expertise in the specification, design, and construction of capital projects in accordance with plant design requirements as well as regulatory and BASF standards. This includes (but not limited to): 
   o    Equipment selection/layout 
   o    Scope development 
   o    Existing capacity availability 
   o    Spare parts determination 
   o    Support with technical Bid analysis and bonus/malus reviews 
   o    Support installation, commissioning, and startup activities

If you have...

•    BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or another Technical Degree) 
•    Minimum 1+ years of experience working in either a chemical/petrochemical or refinery operation, working with; rotating and fixed equipment, centrifugal pumps, piping systems, pressure vessels (including heat exchangers), atmospheric storage tanks, positive displacement pumps, relief devices and compressors of various design.
•    Knowledge of applicable industry codes and maintenance best practices
•    General knowledge of mechanical equipment design and understanding of maintenance and reliability activities associated with process equipment, such as centrifugal pumps, piping systems, pressure vessels (including heat exchangers), atmospheric storage tanks, positive displacement pumps, relief devices and compressors of various design.
•    Broad-based, hands-on knowledge and experience with various types of mechanical equipment.
•    Experience with manufacturing reporting systems, specifically using SAP.
•    Demonstrating effective interpersonal skills.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.