Global Mechanical Integrity & Reliability Senior Manager

Job Summary

The Global Mechanical Integrity & Reliability Senior Manager is responsible for driving the execution and performance of Mechanical Integrity (MI) and Reliability programs across all manufacturing sites. This role ensures that critical equipment is inspected, maintained, and improved in the field to meet safety, environmental, and operational requirements.

About the Role

This role leads a centralized corporate team (~6 direct/indirect reports) and works directly with site engineering, maintenance, HSES, and operations to implement programs, close gaps, resolve equipment issues, and deliver measurable improvements in reliability, compliance, and cost performance.

Responsibilities

• Drive the execution and adoption of corporate Mechanical Integrity & Reliability standards across all sites.
• Translate standards into practical work processes, procedures, and tools used by site teams.
• Track and actively manage execution performance vs. targets, ensuring timely closure of gaps.
• Conduct regular site engagement and reviews to validate application of standards and identify barriers.
• Ensure consistent execution of MI programs across: Pressure vessels, piping, tanks, relief devices, ESD systems, and rotating equipment.
• Drive site-level implementation of: Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) programs; Inspection Data Management Systems (IDMS); Fitness-for-service (FFS) assessments.
• Lead MI audits, field verifications, and gap closure actions.
• Ensure timely completion of inspections, corrective actions, and overdue backlog reduction.
• Deploy and sustain reliability work processes at the site level, including: Preventive & Predictive Maintenance (PM/PdM); Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA); Equipment criticality-based maintenance strategies.
• Partner with sites to resolve chronic equipment issues and eliminate repeat failures.
• Deliver measurable improvements in: Equipment uptime and availability; Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF); Maintenance cost efficiency.
• Establish and monitor reliability KPIs with clear accountability for results.
• Apply risk-based prioritization to drive maintenance, inspection, and repair decisions.
• Provide hands-on technical support to sites for: Equipment integrity issues; Failure investigations; Turnaround scope definition and execution.
• Participate in capital project reviews to ensure maintainability, operability, and reliability.
• Ensure lessons learned from failures and incidents are implemented across sites.
• Deploy and ensure use of MI and reliability digital tools (IDMS, CMMS/EAM, condition monitoring).
• Drive data quality, completeness, and usability for inspection and maintenance systems.
• Use data to identify performance gaps, prioritize actions, and track execution progress.
• Partner with IT/OT teams to enable practical, user-focused solutions that improve field execution.
• Manage a team of ~6 SMEs to support site execution and problem-solving.
• Build capability through hands-on coaching, practical training, and certification support.
• Ensure consistent execution of Mechanical Integrity requirements under OSHA PSM.
• Verify that all critical inspections, testing, and repairs are completed on time and documented.
• Lead closure of audit findings and compliance gaps.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that: Reduce loss-of-containment risks; Improve inspection and maintenance effectiveness; Increase audit readiness and compliance performance.
• Ensure rigorous execution of Management of Change (MOC) for equipment modifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (required); Master’s degree preferred.
• 15+ years in chemical, petrochemical, or heavy process industries.
• 10+ years in Mechanical Integrity, Reliability, or Maintenance roles with direct responsibility for site execution.
• Strong hands-on experience with: Fixed equipment inspection and repair; Rotating equipment reliability; Maintenance and turnaround execution.
• Demonstrated ability to drive results across multiple sites and close performance gaps.
• Technical Expertise: API 510 / 570 / 653; ASME pressure vessel and piping codes; OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM); RBI, RCM, PdM, RCFA, lifecycle asset management; CMMS/EAM and inspection data systems.
• Leadership & Functional Skills: Strong focus on execution, accountability, and results delivery; Ability to work directly with site teams and resolve operational challenges; Data-driven decision-making with focus on actionable outcomes; Effective cross-functional collaboration and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (required); Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience: 15+ years in chemical, petrochemical, or heavy process industries; 10+ years in Mechanical Integrity, Reliability, or Maintenance roles with direct responsibility for site execution.
• Technical Expertise: Strong hands-on experience with fixed equipment inspection and repair; rotating equipment reliability; maintenance and turnaround execution; Demonstrated ability to drive results across multiple sites and close performance gaps; Technical Expertise: API 510 / 570 / 653; ASME pressure vessel and piping codes; OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM); RBI, RCM, PdM, RCFA, lifecycle asset management; CMMS/EAM and inspection data systems.
• Leadership & Functional Skills: Strong focus on execution, accountability, and results delivery; Ability to work directly with site teams and resolve operational challenges; Data-driven decision-making with focus on actionable outcomes; Effective cross-functional collaboration and problem-solving.

Skills

• Strong hands-on experience with fixed equipment inspection and repair.
• Strong hands-on experience with rotating equipment reliability.
• Strong hands-on experience with maintenance and turnaround execution.
• Strong focus on execution, accountability, and results delivery.
• Ability to work directly with site teams and resolve operational challenges.
• Data-driven decision-making with focus on actionable outcomes.
• Effective cross-functional collaboration and problem-solving.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
Flexible work environment
Learning and development opportunities
Career and professional growth
Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement

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Pay

Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans

Schedule

Hybrid (4 days on-site, 1 day remote)