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Location: Deer Park, TX
Travel: None
Job Type: Full-time | On-site
How You'll Make an Impact:
As a Reliability Engineer (Electrical), you will play a key role in driving asset reliability, maintenance strategy optimization, and long-term equipment performance. You will be responsible for developing and implementing the site's 3-year Reliability Improvement Plan, while leveraging advanced reliability tools and methodologies to reduce risk, improve uptime, and eliminate low-value maintenance activities.
In this role, you will:- Conduct equipment criticality screening and risk analysis to identify and prioritize critical assets and Balance of Plant (BOP) equipment
- Develop and implement Asset Strategies aligned with equipment criticality and business objectives
- Support the execution of the 3-year Reliability Improvement Plan, including asset availability tracking and performance improvement initiatives
- Select and implement appropriate Risk Management and Failure Management Strategies, developing Equipment Maintenance Strategies (EMS) for critical and BOP equipment
- Partner with the PPM Coordinator to optimize Preventive Maintenance programs, including: Evaluating effectiveness of existing plans
- Eliminating low-value PM activities
- Incorporating vendor data, RCM methodologies, and historical performance trends
- Ensure proper inclusion of maintenance requirements for spare parts and stored equipment to maintain asset integrity during storage
- Evaluate and implement condition monitoring technologies (e.g., predictive maintenance tools) to enhance asset performance and reliability
- Ensure accurate documentation of maintenance and inspection data within CMMS systems to enable data-driven decision making
- Monitor and analyze asset reliability metrics, including maintenance history, PPM performance, RCA outcomes, and production loss data
- Identify and prioritize reliability improvement opportunities using cost and performance data
- Facilitate Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) studies using tools such as Weibull analysis and FMEAImplement effective corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives
- Provide reliability and maintenance input for capital projects, including equipment selection, design reviews, BOM development, and PM strategies
- Ensure new equipment is properly integrated into reliability systems, maintenance strategies, and site processes prior to startup
- Conduct gap analyses between Asset Reliability Plans, EMS, and PPM programs to identify improvement opportunities
- Optimize maintenance strategies by eliminating low-value work while maintaining risk control across safety, production, and cost considerations
- Lead or support facility audits and equipment inspections to proactively prevent asset deterioration
- Partner with the PPM Coordinator to optimize spare parts inventory and equipment availability
- Champion the use of Management of Change (MOC) for all equipment and process modifications
Required Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical Engineering preferred)5+ years of experience as a maintenance, reliability, or project engineer within a chemical manufacturing environment
- Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and driving reliability initiatives
- Strong knowledge of electrical codes and standards, including: NFPA-NEC and NETA (or similar)
- Experience with equipment condition monitoring techniques, including: Infrared thermography
- Oil analysis
- Motor circuit analysis
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills
Preferred Qualifications: Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE):
Work Environment At Lubrizol, we are committed to fostering a safe, high-performance, and collaborative work environment.
In this role, you will:- Work on-site within a chemical manufacturing facility, utilizing appropriate PPECollaborate closely with Maintenance, Reliability, Engineering, and Operations teams
- Utilize CMMS systems, reliability tools, and data analytics platforms
- Participate in site audits, reliability initiatives, and continuous improvement programs
- Operate within strict safety, regulatory, and operational excellence standards
We invest in our people, processes, and technologies to drive operational excellence and long-term success.
At Lubrizol, you will have the opportunity to lead meaningful changes, develop talent, and make a measurable impact on plant performance. Benefits that Empower YouCompetitive salary with performance‐based bonus opportunities 401(k) match + Age‐Weighted Defined Contribution
Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
Flexible work environment
Learning and development opportunities
Career and professional growth
Inclusive culture and community engagement
Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com#LI-JL1Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. Delivered by You.
For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions—from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems —are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you.
We tackle the world's toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world—brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you.
Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future. We win because of you. Let's build the future together.
