Job ID : 3648 

Closing Date : 11/05/2025

This position could be located in the following location(s): Geismar Site – Geismar, LA  

Who We Are: 

At NOVA Chemicals we are reshaping plastics for a better, more sustainable world. Our dedicated team of talented individuals works collaboratively to create circular plastic solutions that make everyday life safer, healthier and better. With a focus on safety, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship, we strive to constantly improve and shape the future of our industry.  Join our team of talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and be a part of our journey towards sustainability leadership. Together we can create a better, more circular tomorrow. 

NOVA Chemicals, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is wholly-owned by Mubadala Investment Company of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

We are seeking a Rotating Equipment Engineer to provide plant Reliability and Maintenance Engineering functions for rotating equipment in the ethylene facility at our Geismar site. The primary objective of the role is to deliver equipment reliability and achieve leading performance in plant availability and maintenance costs.

You Will Use Your Expertise To:

Provide leadership and direction for rotating equipment as part of the Operate and Improve Multidiscipline teams (Operations, Maintenance & Technical) through responsibilities aligned to the following functions:

Reliability

• Lead and participate in the use of reliability systems, tools and methods such as RAM Modeling, RCFA, FMEA/RCM analysis, Weibull analysis, Growth Analysis (Crow-AMSAA), etc. to make informed, data driven decisions regarding equipment design, maintenance strategies and operation.
• Develop, modify and implement equipment strategies and maintenance plans in SAP based on the Maintenance Strategy Development process.
• Lead or participate in Root Cause Analysis of equipment failures to understand cause and prevent reoccurrence.
• Analysis and interpretation of condition monitoring data and reports and develop strategies to address any identified or impending issues.
• Participate in the Geismar Site Reliability Review Boards.
• Develop and assist in the implementation of strategic reliability initiatives and site programs.
• Evaluate & select technologies for preventive and predictive programs.
• Develop, monitor, and improve on key performance indicators (KPIs) including but not limited to Pump MTBR, Pump MTTR, Repair Costs, Compressor System Availability, Machinery PM compliance, Vibration System Metrics, Lubrication Analysis Metrics, and Rotor Repair Metrics.
• Champion the identification and permanent resolution of ‘Bad Actor’ equipment
• Utilize criticality assessments to drive a Spares Analysis and subsequent Critical Component Storage and Handling system

Plant Support

• Provide day-to-day support to Plant Work Team for critical issues, including:
  • Direct technical leadership or support for troubleshooting of equipment failures to determine root causes and identify actions to prevent reoccurrence.
  • Provide expertise and advice on critical or complex equipment issues.
  • Provide technical approval for new or changing equipment specifications.
  • Development and review work scope for unit outages and major turnarounds.
  • Influence maintenance, operational, and technical decisions by representing the impacts to equipment reliability.
  • Act as vendor/contractor interface based on responsibilities defined by our Designated Site Representative (DSR) procedure.

Continuous Improvement

• Follow the Opportunity Selection Process to identify and maintain a prioritized list of rotating equipment reliability improvement projects.
• Develop capital project ideas and business cases for key improvement opportunities.
• Project management and design for unit expense projects following NOVA Chemicals’ Facility Change Management (FCM) processes & procedures.
• Assessment of new projects to ensure maintenance and reliability design aspects are considered and addressed at the front-end stages for projects.
• Participate as an active member in the prioritization, implementation, cost management and KPIs with respect to asset management for the site.

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in maintenance and/or reliability engineering is required, with preference given to candidates who bring 10+ years of expertise in an industrial facility.
• Professional Engineer License preferred but not required.
• Experience in overhauls and refurbishment of centrifugal pumps, compressors, turbines, gear reducers, blowers and associated equipment, and familiarity with applicable industrial (API/ANSI) codes and standards relating to all classes of rotating equipment.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple projects and tasks in a dynamic work environment with Operations, Maintenance, Reliability and Technical teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated technical and advanced troubleshooting skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to Responsible Care.
• Experience with SAP and/or Reliability Tools, along with demonstrated probability, statistical, analytical skills.
• A background in vibration analysis, pump sizing and mechanical seal design.
• Working knowledge of predictive/preventative maintenance tools/practices and inspection techniques.
• Working knowledge of compressors and turbines.
• Hands-on experience with Reliability Centre Maintenance practices, Root Cause Failure Analysis or Lean Sigma (Six Sigma).
• Experience developing and facilitating pump swap schedules for Operations would be an asset
• Experience in oil sample and vibration analysis would also be an asset.

You Can Stand Out If:

• You are passionate about your work and put care and thought into all that you do.
• You are responsible and follow through with your commitments to others and to safety.
• You are innovative and are willing to challenge your biases when problem solving. 
• You are collaborative, inclusive, and work well with others towards team goals. 

Additional Information:

• Relocation will be considered for this position
• Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience
• This role requires up to 10% travel
• Work will be conducted both indoors and outdoors in all seasons
• Positions will include some lifting and climbing of ladders within various levels of the units
• Callouts are a requirement of the role due to the 24 hour per day plant operation
• In order to fulfil the duties of this role, the successful candidate will be required to wear respiratory protective equipment. Candidate must successfully pass a fit test and be physically able to wear a respirator
• The successful candidate is required to provide proof of a valid driver’s license
• The position will require a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC®) through the Transportation Security Administration

Why NOVA Chemicals? 

NOVA Chemicals’ flexible benefit programs are designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees, because when it comes to benefits, everyone has different priorities. Our benefits offerings will vary based on your work location and are an element of the “Total Rewards” package used to reward employees.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. 

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