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Kuraray America, Inc. · 2 weeks ago

Maintenance and Reliability Engineer

Pasadena, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Kuraray America, Inc. is a global leader in specialty chemical, fiber, and resin production. The Maintenance & Reliability Engineer supports plant reliability, equipment performance, and mechanical integrity efforts within a chemical manufacturing environment, partnering with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to improve asset reliability and contribute to safety management initiatives.

ChemicalDentalHealth CareManufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Support the development, optimization, and execution of preventive and predictive maintenance programs, including vibration and oil analysis

Apply reliability tools such as root cause failure analysis (RCFA), failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) with guidance from senior engineers

Monitor equipment performance and assist in identifying opportunities to improve uptime and reduce failures

Support the Mechanical Integrity program to ensure compliance with OSHA PSM and applicable regulatory requirements

Prepare and maintain documentation related to inspections, MOCs, standard procedures, and audits

Participate in PHAs, safety reviews, and internal/external audits as a technical contributor

Provide engineering support for fixed and rotating equipment, including tanks, vessels, piping, pumps, compressors, centrifuges, and extruders

Assist with drafting equipment specifications and reviewing design documents for new installations or modifications

Support troubleshooting, repair planning, and equipment overhauls in coordination with maintenance and operations teams

Support turnaround planning and execution activities to ensure safety, quality, and schedule objectives are met

Provide technical input to capital projects related to equipment reliability, maintainability, and integration with existing systems

Contribute to reliability and maintenance improvement initiatives, including the adoption of new tools, technologies, and work processes

Support efforts aligned with corporate digitalization and data-driven maintenance strategies

Assist with initiatives to improve equipment performance, safety, and environmental compliance

Assist in developing and delivering training for maintenance and operations personnel on reliability and mechanical integrity practices

Actively participate in cross-functional teams to support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement

Support collection, analysis, and reporting of maintenance and reliability data

Assist with budget tracking, forecasting, and cost analysis in collaboration with plant leadership and senior engineers

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringReliability EngineeringPreventive MaintenancePredictive MaintenanceCMMS SystemsMechanical IntegrityAPI StandardsAnalytical SkillsContinuous ImprovementCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline

Minimum of 3-7 years of experience in reliability engineering, maintenance engineering, or rotating equipment support within a chemical, petrochemical, or industrial manufacturing environment

Working knowledge of PSM, Mechanical Integrity, preventive and predictive maintenance concepts

Experience using CMMS systems such as SAP, Maximo, PCMS, or similar

Fundamental knowledge of fixed equipment design, installation, and inspection practices

Exposure to rotating equipment troubleshooting and maintenance activities

Basic understanding of project execution, cost tracking, and business performance metrics

Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills

Effective communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across maintenance, operations, engineering, and contractor teams

Demonstrated interest in continuous improvement, safety, and professional development

Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a manufacturing environment

Valid driver's license required

Preferred

Familiarity with API standards (e.g., API 510, 570, or 653) preferred

Benefits

Robust healthcare package

Wellness reimbursements

Three weeks of paid time off

Ten company holidays

Paid parental leave

Education reimbursement

Matching 401k plan

Company

Kuraray America, Inc.

Kuraray is a leading global specialty chemical company that pioneers, manufactures and sells resins, chemicals, activated carbon, fibers, textiles, specialty dental materials and other highly functional products that improve the environment and enhance quality of life throughout the world.

Founded in 1986

Houston, Texas, USA

501-1000 employees