Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.
We are looking for:
As the Maintenance & Engineering Manager, the spirit of this position is that of Maintenance department management, Engineering supervision and development, CAPEX projects, maintenance projects, project management, and document management. An innovative and big picture mindset is important for the success of this position. This role will be very involved with production & maintenance operations as it deals with maintaining site equipment and oversight of projects that may interfere with various operations. This role will be instrumental in identifying, documenting, and implementing operational changes to the maintenance department, in addition to the management of projects. The ability to develop and implement operational changes in the maintenance department will be necessary to effectively move forward with this role.
We count on you for:
- Manage, identify, hire, develop and recognize maintenance and engineering staff.
- Provides input on overall engineering and maintenance department policy. Responsible for policy setting and defining procedures for the staff in accomplishing and documenting projects.
- Utilizes knowledge of processes and equipment to monitor and drive maintenance performance indicators.
- Improve the operating skills, technical knowledge, and working environment of the workforce.
- Develop training content utilized in ensuring training skills are developed.
- Analyzes equipment and performance to determine optimal batch operations.
- Develop expertise on manufacturing equipment specific to the chemicals used.
- Develop and implement maintenance specific procedures, PM’s, and training content.
- Manage a variety of complex issues in associated projects, plans, and schedules for project implementation. Responsible for defining the scope of work for project teams.
- Review and approve technical feasibility of complex design concepts and analysis of technologies that incorporate own area of expertise as well as multiple disciplines.
- Review and analyze proposals to determine if benefits derived and possible applications justify expenditures. Recommend proposal to management for consideration and allocation of funds. Responsible for preparation of project cost estimates up to multi-million dollar range. Monitors all project expenditures and cost tracking.
- Design new or improved process systems.
- Approve protocols and support documentation (engineering change requests, system change forms, etc) in order to secure project release. This is a "technical approver" position.
- Proactively and regularly communicate with plant departments. Identifies, communicates, and drives implementation of capital investments and improvement projects.
- Perform project implementation activities, which include, design, design review, execution, coordinate effort between all involved parties, monitor/track progress to ensure adherence to schedule.
- Participate in Process Hazard Reviews.
- Investigate operational upsets and provide solutions to address root cause.
- Applies engineering principles to design or modify equipment to improve process.
- Manage all facets of engineering documentation.
You will bring:
- BS degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years’ experience as an engineer in batch chemical plants or related field.
- Engineering/Maintenance experience with projects and conformance with approved design, environmental, and safety standards in the chemical plant environment.
- Experience in DeltaV and other DCS programming.
- 2+ years of supervisory experience preferred. Ability to lead, communicate, develop and direct employees is required.
- Must have Subject Matter Expert (SME) understanding of analytical, flow, level, pressure, temperature, chemicals, and weigh system instruments as well as pumps, tanks and pressure vessel design.
- Good management skills such as organized work, scheduling, and cost tracking abilities.
- Strong interpersonal skills, able to communicate with varying functional leaders both internally and externally; verbally and in written.
- Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong HS&E Leadership required.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning/scheduling skills.
- Ability to analyze complex issues, develop and implement clear action plans.
- Experience with plant turnarounds and shutdowns.
- Ability to work in a team environment and adapt to change.
- Ability to successfully work with mechanical equipment in an industrial setting.
- Must read and understand written procedures (SOPs) and/or verbal instructions.
You will get:
- The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $115,000.00 to $130,000.00. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
- Competitive Benefits
- 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
- Training platform for all employees
- Free language courses (24 languages available)
- Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)
Additional information:
- Location: Levelland - West Texas, USA
- Reports to: Plant Manager West Texas - GBU (Global Business Unit) Oil & Gas
- Remote working is not an option for this position
About us
- This position requires a certain level of integrity, confidentiality, loyalty and trustworthiness as you will have access to Syensqo's most sensitive information or systems in the context of your mission. Please note that the selected person for this position will be required to undergo and meet company standards for vetting verifications and reference checks.
- Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
- At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
As you may already know, Syensqo is the newly established standalone company resulting from the recent spin-off of Solvay. While both organizations are in the process of finalizing the transition, some email communications related to your recruitment process may continue to come from Solvay.
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