Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

About the role

The Mechanical Maintenance Engineer/Specialist will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of mechanical systems and equipment within the chemical plant. This role involves supporting effective maintenance, troubleshooting, developing technician skills, mechanical projects, and repair tasks to support continuous plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through systematic evaluation and improvement initiatives to enhance equipment availability, performance, and quality.
• Conduct root-cause investigations to identify and resolve issues affecting equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards and industry regulations in all maintenance activities.
• Support daily plant operations by addressing plant issues to ensure safe and reliable functioning.
• Identify and address site inefficiencies by implementing corrective actions for equipment "bad actors."
• Assist I&E maintenance technicians with subject matter expertise, including safe electrical work permitting and electrical training.
• Review and optimize preventive maintenance activities to enhance effectiveness and resource allocation.
• Support EHS initiatives through participation in safety roll-out activities.
• Provide engineering support for high-priority maintenance needs and outage response.
• Maintain equipment registers and manage obsolescence, identifying risks and developing mitigation plans.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for electrical and instrumentation management of change.
• Support capital projects from conception to commissioning, ensuring maintenance readiness for new installations.
• Develop maintenance procedures to streamline technician workflows and ensure proper verification and validation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a similar and compatible field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering & maintenance, preferably in a chemical or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of rotating equipment, piping systems, pressure vessels, and mechanical seals.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and safety standards in a chemical plant setting.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and software.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Mechanical Integrity best practices including API 610, API 650, API 570, API 510, PAI 579 FMEA, and Risk-Based Inspection methodologies.
• Knowledge of mechanical codes and standards (ASME, API, ANSI, CSA).
• Knowledge of vibration analysis and thermography is a plus.

Environmental Health and Safety

• Become familiar with Chemtrade Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) policies and procedures.
• Immediately report all EHS incidents (injuries, near misses, releases).
• Complete all required EHS training in a timely fashion.
• Follow all Chemtrade facility and corporate EHS procedures and practices.
• Attend and actively participate in facility EHS meetings and forums that will drive employee involvement.
• Provide feedback and suggestions for EHS program improvement.
• Participate in job safety analysis activities.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job may include close vision.
• Employee must be physically capable of spending long hours outdoors and occasionally work in protected clothing and equipment.
• Able to work in Adverse Weather Conditions.
• Must be capable of spending long hours outdoors on your feet and occasionally work in protective clothing and equipment such as: rain suits, face shields, hoods, and etc.

What Chemtrade Offers You

Embracing Diversity, Maximizing Results At Chemtrade we are committed to cultivating a work environment that embraces and values the unique qualities of every employee. We believe in harnessing the richness of diverse talents, ideas, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to drive our business forward. Our vision is to create a workplace where all individuals feel respected, empowered, and inspired to contribute their experiences, ideas, and perspectives. In our culture, we celebrate multiple approaches and viewpoints. To foster an inclusive environment, we actively encourage the creation of Employee Resource Groups. These groups provide platforms for employees to share their unique perspectives, contribute their ideas, and help shape our inclusive culture. Together, we strive to build a workplace that recognizes and celebrates the diverse voices within our organization. We recognize that the diversity of our employees is paramount to our organization's success. It is through the diversity of perspectives that we develop and shape programs and tools that support our employees' growth and career management. Join us in our journey towards building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and promotes the personal and professional development of our employees. We recognize the immense value of Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s) in fostering an including and supportive work environment. Our ERG’s serve as vital platforms for employees to connect, share experiences, and celebrate their unique backgrounds and perspectives. We firmly believe that diversity drives innovation and fuels our success as an organization. By encouraging the formation of ERG’s, we aim to create a workplace where all individual feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work and contribute their diverse talents and ideas. Additionally, we understand the importance of work-life balance and the well-being of our employees and their families. That is why we proudly offer a range of family-friendly benefits and opportunities for career growth and advancement. We are committed to supporting our employees at every stage of their lives and ensuring they can thrive both professionally and personally. Join us and be a part of a company that values diversity, inclusion and the well-being of it’s employees. Learn more about Chemtrade by following us on LinkedIn or Facebook and YouTube: Chemtrade Video. #ChemW