Fixed Equipment Engineer

Description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Fixed Equipment Engineer  to support the reliability, integrity, and safe operation of all stationary equipment across our specialty chemical manufacturing facility located in Pasadena, TX. This role is critical in driving mechanical integrity initiatives, supporting preventative maintenance programs, and ensuring compliance with regulatory codes and company standards.

This position blends hands-on inspection responsibilities with engineering design, analysis, and problem-solving to improve equipment performance and longevity. The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of experience in a similar industrial environment and brings deep knowledge of pressure vessels, heat exchangers, tanks, piping systems, and associated codes and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage mechanical integrity programs for fixed equipment (e.g., pressure vessels, tanks, piping, heat exchangers).
• Provide engineering expertise to support inspection findings, failure analysis, and equipment upgrades or repairs.
• Conduct a root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions to address failures or degradation in fixed equipment.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry codes and standards such as ASME, API (510, 570, 653), and NBIC.
• Prepare engineering documentation, calculations, and specifications for repairs, replacements, and new installations.
• Collaborate with inspection personnel, maintenance, operations, and project teams to identify and prioritize equipment issues.
• Support turnaround planning and execution for fixed equipment inspection and repair scopes.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment history, drawings, specifications, and inspection reports.
• Drive improvements in equipment reliability, safety, and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications

Benefits of Joining Albemarle

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.

We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.