Reliability Engineer - Fixed

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Introduction

Join CPChem Olefins in the Manufacturing & Projects division at our Sweeny location as a Reliability Engineer - Fixed. This role is integral to our Technical team, where engineering excellence drives our operational success. As a Reliability Engineer specializing in fixed equipment, you will champion the Mechanical Integrity program, working tirelessly to optimize equipment reliability and availability. Your contributions will help us sustain safe, efficient, and cost-effective chemical processing operations.

We're seeking a professional with a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and a minimum of five years of hands-on experience in refinery or chemical plant engineering settings. This role offers the opportunity to lead initiatives that blend advanced predictive maintenance strategies with practical implementation, directly impacting plant uptime and safety. If you are passionate about engineering best practices, continuous improvement, and environmental stewardship, you'll find a challenging and rewarding environment here.

At CPChem Olefins, diversity, inclusion, and collaboration are central to our culture. We welcome applicants who bring a strong sense of accountability and adaptability, and who thrive in multidisciplinary teams dedicated to innovation and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Implements corporate Mechanical Integrity program at the site.
• Collects and analyzes reliability metrics to identify bad actors.
• Participates in the development, design and installation of predictive maintenance programs and technology applications to identify and eliminate defects.
• Coordinates with site stakeholders to establish and maintain the proper stocking levels of parts and equipment required to provide maximum equipment uptime at the lowest possible costs.
• Executes the identification and elimination of bad actors and the optimization of equipment availability.
• Monitors field inoperable equipment logs for remediation needs.
• Assesses and adjusts specific equipment tolerances and specifications.
• Participates in equipment failure investigations and cause analysis and implement action items to prevent recurrence using Cause Analysis tools.
• Plans and coordinates projects from inception to completion ensuring efficient implementation, timely completion, and compliance to budget. Contributes on larger capital projects (CAPEX).
• Contributes to site efforts to implement Process Safety Management elements at the site.
• Special assignments

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in a refinery or chemical plant

Preferred Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering or closely related technology field
• Must be a self-starter, have the ability to multi-task, and have good organizational skills
• Ability to interact well with others and across different work groups
• Previous experience utilizing ASME B31.3/Section VIII Div. 1 and API 579 code applications

Chevron Phillips Chemical offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and at most locations, alternate work schedules. To learn more about Chevron Phillips Chemical and to be considered for a position, please visit us online today at www.cpchem.com.

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Travel Requirements: Up to 10%

Eligibility for Relocation: Yes

Closing Date: 11/10/2026