Sr Engineer - Reliability

Position Summary

This position is expected to provide safe, cost effective and timely engineered solutions for support of productions, maintenance and all other operating departments within the nitrogen plant Will also provide technical engineering support to the plant; define/manage/install maintenance projects, interface with capital group as required; and perform engineering studies, advise and make recommendations for all departments on plant rotating and fixed equipment.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required
  
  

Experience Requirements

• 4 years rotating equipment engineering experience in chemical processing or refining industries
• 4 years experience in rotating equipment selection and applications
• 4 years experience providing oversight and technical support to the overhaul of turbomachinery and reciprocating compressor systems
• Experience with industrial lubrication systems and trouble shooting
• Experience troubleshooting and recommending improvement to mechanical seal installations
• Supporting knowledge of mechanical and piping systems
• Good communication skills including ability to read, interpret, create and update prints, drawings, schematics and diagrams
• Knowledge of computer operation and versed in MS Word and MS Excel
• Fluent in English, oral and written required.
• Ability to adjust schedule to meet business needs.
  
  

Major Accountabilities

• Define scope, estimate costs, time spans and advisability of engineering projects, capital authorization, repairs, replacements, etc., and make appropriate recommendations
• Perform detailed engineering designs and supervision of drafting efforts
• Complete requisitions that are necessary for materials and equipment
• Direct the erection and/or installation of equipment and facilities related to rotating and fixed equipment
• Contact, interview and request bids from vendors, engineering consultants, contractors and other outside organizations AS NEEDED
• Supervise contractor and/or plant personnel to complete work according to engineering specifications in a timely manner
• Analyze and make recommendations on maintenance of equipment and spare parts storage requirements
• Develop and update Engineering Standards
• Lead/participate in Root Cause Failure Analysis investigations
• Communicate progress and information to appropriate personnel in a timely manner
• Regularly communicate with supervisor work progress, concerns and questions
• Provide training for plant personnel on an as-needed basis
• Provide leadership and positive reinforcement of company goals and values
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Exposure to work near potentially volatile and combustible materials and chemicals.
  
  

EXPECTED RESULTS

• Ability and desire to keep up to date with technological developments in the field
• All work performed safely and efficiently
• Deliver maintenance work on schedule and communicate any deficiencies
• Work schedules are met on time without the need for rework
• Production maximized with outages minimized
• Improve availability, reliability and performance of rotating equipment
• Manage AFE projects cost and quality control and remain on schedule
• Adherence to all company policies and procedures
  
  

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.

CVR Energy is an EEO and affirmative action employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply.