Senior Maintenance Engineer

Description

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Engineer ensures the reliability, integrity, and compliance of plant equipment and systems at ALTIVIA’s LaPorte site. This role is responsible for implementing and managing mechanical integrity and reliability processes, ensuring compliance with OSHA PSM requirements, and optimizing maintenance programs. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with rotating equipment, preventive maintenance, and regulatory compliance, along with the ability to drive process improvements and engage with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

• Implement the ALTIVIA LaPorte site maintenance, mechanical integrity, and reliability processes through the use of RAGAGEP procedures and methods for all site assets in this PSM-covered facility. 
• Maintain full compliance with OSHA Process Safety Management requirements for Mechanical Integrity processes at the facility.  Key contact for internal and external compliance audits of the facility’s Mechanical Integrity program.
• Create programs, author procedures, and conduct training to sustain the processes that meet or exceed compliance expectations and all regulatory requirements.
• Maintain all equipment, design records and preventive maintenance records for all assets in the facility.
• Using Recognized and Generally Acceptable Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP); overseeing the results of preventive maintenance inspections; signing off as the PSM equipment owner on inspection paperwork; making engineering recommendations to remedy equipment deficiencies; ensuring the accuracy and availability of all equipment documentation in the Maintenance Equipment Files; ensuring no delinquent PM inspections at any time; and managing all documentation concerning equipment status and PM extensions in the electronic equipment maintenance management system.
• Maintain, coordinate, and communicate PM inspection process in the facility including status tracking and reporting. 
• May be required to work non-standard schedules at times including holidays and weekends

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or related Engineering field.
• 10 years of experience in maintenance, mechanical integrity, or reliability within industrial or chemical manufacturing.
• Expertise in mechanical integrity programs, including PSM compliance and RAGAGEP.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs, equipment inspections, and corrective actions.
• Knowledge of reliability engineering principles, including failure analysis (RCA, FMEA) and lifecycle management.
• Hands-on experience with both rotating and static equipment, with a strong preference for rotating equipment
• Proficiency in engineering software (AutoCAD) and CMMS (SAP, Oracle, or Maximo).
• Strong troubleshooting, project management, and documentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills for effective collaboration across operations, engineering, and maintenance teams.

Why ALTIVIA?

At ALTIVIA, we take a collaborative and innovative approach to chemistry—both in the lab and in the way we work together. We empower our team with dynamic, multi-disciplinary roles and personalized career paths, fostering growth and success for everyone. Guided by a commitment to improvement and adaptability, we are strategic thinkers and doers, constantly pursuing operational excellence and safety. Every voice is valued, and we believe that the best ideas emerge through collaboration, enabling meaningful contributions at every level of our business. With a steadfast focus on safety, quality, and reliability, we deliver high-quality products that make us a trusted partner for our customers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ALTIVIA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, free from discrimination based on race, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected status.


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