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Roehm · 12 hours ago

Utilities Engineer

Bay City, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Röhm is a leading supplier of methacrylate chemistry with a commitment to sustainability and diversity. The Utilities Engineer will manage various utility systems and ensure their optimal operation, collaborating with multiple teams to maintain efficiency and compliance.

Chemicals

Comp. & Benefits

Hiring Manager

Alisson Kreitzer - CIR, ACIR, CDR, PRC

Responsibilities

Accountable for the overall operation of Utilities for the site – develop and maintain in all utility areas: 5S, Operating procedures, maintenance procedures, operator round checks, training program, preventative and predictive maintenance programs, KPI Oversee process control, monitoring and troubleshooting of process and equipment; reports and follows up to resolve process deviations, equipment failures and hazards; assists in plant investigations and problem resolution

Provide technical support including daily monitoring and optimization efforts to improve water and/or steam efficiency, quality, and reliability

Troubleshoot unit thermal oxidizer, cooling and chilled water, raw water, and steam system issues

Manage cooling tower operation, and cooling tower chemicals throughout the facility

Manage high purity boiler feed water and steam system operation, treatment, and technology to continuously drive system reliability

Maintain high reliability of Thermal Oxidizer

Provide utilities support for unplanned and planned outages and turnarounds. Responsible for design recommendations of new and existing chemical feed systems and water treatment equipment

Maintain and foster collaborative efforts with maintenance, reliability, engineering, ESH and other technical resource teams to identify, share, implement and maintain best practices

Identify areas of opportunity for innovation and improvement

Participate in equipment reliability and process safety driven activities such as the Management of Change (MOC) process, RCA’s, PHA’s and Incident Investigations

Ensure compliance with standards and safe work practices

Evaluate corrective action and risk mitigation strategies based on the performance of plant utilities equipment and process conditions

Effectively communicate process changes and abnormal situations

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Utilities managementChemical treatment programsProcess data analyticsBoiler operationCooling tower managementWater treatment knowledgeCommunicationProblem solvingOrganizational skillsSelf-starter

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry or related field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience OR an Associate's degree/certificate in Chemistry, Process Technology or a related field with a minimum of 7 years of related Utilities management experience

At least 5 years of experience in a technical role in a chemical, petrochemical, or industrial manufacturing environment supporting treatment programs for steam systems, boilers, cooling towers, chilled water systems, thermal oxidizers, and raw water clarification

Knowledge of operating processes, equipment, and materials, as well as critical analysis skills are needed to effectively evaluate performance and develop improvements

Knowledgeable of applicable codes, regulations, guidelines, and best practices for utilities

Experience with process data analytics software

Working knowledge of water and/or steam treatment packages and programs

Ability to read, understand, and modify schematics and other manufacturing process documentation including P&IDs

Excellent communication skills including the ability to present detailed information across all levels of the organization

Must be able to organize and have the ability to handle multiple projects and tasks to meet targeted completion deadlines

Ability to work without guidance or supervision

Proficient with MS Office tools and utilizing SAP for Utilities maintenance activities

Self-starter with solid analytical, planning, execution and organizational skills

Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills

Ability to work without guidance or supervision

This position will follow a standard weekly schedule, however availability for weekend and holiday coverage during shut downs and critical use periods may be required

Physical ability to work around and on industrial equipment, including frequent climbing of stairs and ladders and ability to lift up to 25 pounds

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated areas (respirator, hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel toed shoes, and hearing protection)