Senior Mechanical Engineer

Chemours is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer – Manufacturing Technology to join the growing Manufacturing Technology team. This position will be based at the LaPorte, TX site and will report directly to the Manufacturing Technology Manager.

Responsibilities

• Leading the development of asset management plans and preventive/predictive maintenance programs.
• Providing mechanical engineering assistance to maintenance and operations including troubleshooting, evaluation of equipment failures, and technical recommendations for repairs and upgrades, with ownership of improvements.
• Monitoring the process on an ongoing basis to look for both positive and negative shifts, identify improvement opportunities using Uptime Software, Aspen Process Explorer, and statistical process control.
• Ensuring maintenance and reliability work management processes are effectively implemented, utilized, and improved.
• Leading and participating in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) teams related to Reliability & Safety events.
• Leading failure modes and effects analysis based on equipment type, materials of construction, and operating conditions.
• Identifying critical spares required to deliver the required level of reliability.
• Utilizing Management of Change (MOC) documents as needed to make improvements in the production area.
• Participating in the Design for Reliability, Maintenance, and Inspection (D4RMI) process for new equipment including capital projects.
• Leading or participating in site programs such as vibration monitoring, lubrication analysis, and thermography, as assigned.
• Participate in and lead Process Hazards Analyses for the assigned process.
• Provide shift/weekend coverage for start-ups, tests, maintenance Turnarounds or other non-routine needs.
• Travel requirements are <10%.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience working as a Mechanical Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in working with fixed and/or rotating equipment.
• Understanding maintenance and reliability best practices including the work management process and basic materials science including material selection and properties.
• Knowledge of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, ASME Piping Codes and API Codes, welding and fabrication processes and repair procedures.
• Familiarization in related fields such as non-destructive testing, welding, fabrication, and working with third party fabricators.
• Familiarization in root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA).
• Demonstrated ability to perform as an individual contributor.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Strong troubleshooting ability.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience working as a Mechanical Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP-PM, SAP-MM, and Maintenance Work Management Systems.
• Familiarity with or certification in national standards such as API 510, API 570, and API 653.
• Experience driving Lean Manufacturing principles and implementation of production systems.
• Exposure to Process Safety Management methodologies.
• Experience in a high-hazard process environment.
• Experience in a chemical manufacturing environment.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Packages
• 401(k) Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives
• Company-paid Volunteer Day

Pay Range

$116,071.00 - $181,361.00

Compensation Details

Chemours Level: 26

Annual Bonus Target: 11%

The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation. Factors considered in extending a compensation offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.

Chemours is an E-Verify employer.

Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation.

Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we’re operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do.

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