Reliability Engineer

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and administer all aspects of the fixed equipment mechanical integrity, including inspection, repairs, and life cycle planning 
• Conduct equipment / plant inspections / audits including vibration and thermal inspections 
• Conduct Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) on failed equipment / systems 
• Monitor and administer all mechanical PdMs and PMs programs, 
• Provide equipment spare parts recommendations  
• Research equipment to determine spare parts required  
• Support the start-up of new equipment. Evaluate equipment installation and start-ups   
• Provide project management and support for equipment / system upgrades including capital projects    
• Provide technical training and coaching to maintenance team members 
• Build PdM’s & PM on newly install capital equipment 
• Provide technical support for mills, pumps and pump seals 
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering required, Mechanical Preferred 
• 3 years Industrial experience required, Chemical Manufacturing experience a plus  
• Significant verifiable mechanical and electrical experience and training, preferably in an industrial or similar environment 
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills 
• Strong equipment / process technical knowledge 
• Familiarity with API codes, particularly 510, 570, and 650 
• Able to speak, read, write and understand English 
• Able to perform mathematical equations necessary for position's essential duties 
• Able to recognize and communicate to management any difficulties or problems as related to this position's essential duties and responsibilities 
• Familiarity with programs such as PCMS and ERP such as Navision preferred 
• Good understanding of computerized maintenance management programs 
• Strong computer-based skills (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint) 
• CMRP certification preferred 

Koppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law, state or local law.