Reliability Engineer Job
Arkema · Beaumont, TX
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Posted
- 21 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level reliability role at Arkema (chemicals) in Beaumont, TX. , you’ll directly support the performance and reliability of essential rotating equipment while growing as a technical contributor within the Beaumont site.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Root cause, FMEA, SAP
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Reliability Engineer roles in Texas: typical posted base $124k–$135k.
Median of the low and high ends of 9 live postings that list pay, out of 73 reliability engineer openings in Texas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 72 other live reliability postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $124k–$135k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 53%
- Team leadership 25%
- ✓ SAP 23%
- ✓ FMEA 21%
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Key Responsibilities
- ◆Support and maintain the site’s lubrication program, including monthly oil sampling routes, equipment lubrication standards, storage practices, labeling, and personnel training.
- ◆Monitor rotating equipment health through vibration analysis, lubrication data, inspections, and contractor reports; communicate findings and recommend corrective actions to improve reliability.
- ◆Maintain and update key documentation including repair procedures, PM programs, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and the Master Rotating Equipment List.
- ◆Assist with major reliability initiatives including VIS updates, turnaround planning, equipment rebuild oversight, and SAP program enhancements.
- ◆Provide technical field support for repairs such as compressor rebuilds, pump repairs, exchanger work, and piping equipment troubleshooting.
- ◆Document failure modes, as‑found conditions, repair actions, and historical equipment data in SAP to support long‑term reliability strategy.
- ◆Support structured problem‑solving and reliability improvement tools including RCA, FMEA, 5 Why’s, and KPI trend analysis.
- ◆Manage predictive maintenance work orders, track progress, and help drive timely completion of proactive equipment repairs.
- ◆Coordinate with vendors to obtain quotes, initiate requisitions, schedule services, and witness critical equipment rebuilds as needed.
- ◆Assist in emergent maintenance needs and provide technical input during abnormal equipment issues or unplanned events.
Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Technology.
- ✓3-5 yrs. in a Manfucturing or Industrial Environment.
- ✓Certification in Vibration Cat I, Lubrication MLT I, or CMRP/T a plus.
- ✓Experience working with rotating equipment in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- ✓Familiarity with predictive maintenance technologies such as vibration analysis, oil analysis, and lubrication systems.
- ✓Proficiency with SAP or similar CMMS platforms for work orders, documentation, and purchasing.
- ✓Strong mechanical aptitude, analytical abilities, and communication skills.
Why Join Arkema?
Be part of a global leader in specialty materials where innovation, safety, and operational excellence guide everyday decisions. In this role, you’ll directly support the performance and reliability of essential rotating equipment while growing as a technical contributor within the Beaumont site. You’ll collaborate with experienced professionals, strengthen your mechanical and analytical skills, and play an important part in ensuring safe, stable, and efficient plant operations.
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Arkema’s Beaumont Plant is seeking a knowledgeable Reliability Engineer to support rotating equipment performance, strengthen predictive maintenance programs, and contribute to long‑term equipment reliability across the site. This role plays a key part in improving safety, equipment availability, and operational continuity within a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment.
As a technical resource on‑site, you will collaborate closely with Reliability Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, and vendor partners to diagnose equipment issues, implement corrective actions, and enhance the health of critical rotating assets. This position requires strong analytical skills, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to support structured problem‑solving and continuous improvement efforts.