Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer

Your Job

Flint Hills Resources in Corpus Christi, Texas is looking for a Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer to join our team.

If you are looking for a way to accelerate your career and be part of an industry-leading company, this may be the opportunity for you! Flint Hills Resources, LC operates oil refineries, chemicals plants, and biofuels facilities across North America and is part of Koch Industries, a global leader in several industrial markets.

Our Team

Flint Hills Resources is a different kind of company, we are privately owned, we have a 9/80 flexible schedule, and our compensation philosophy is based on the value you create.

Come realize your full potential and join our team!

What You Will Do



* Provide technical support for heat exchanging process equipment (Shell and tube, fin fan air coolers, plate and frame exchangers,g-fins, etc.) within refinery & petrochemical operating business units with a goal of eliminating unplanned events and to maximize unit availability.


* Understand the damage mechanisms associated with each exchanger.


* Leverage historical equipment data and operational trends for the development of maintenance recommendations.


* Review and interpret cooling water velocity and heat load reports to develop equipment strategies that will ensure reliable performance.



* Responsible for framing sound and economically viable repair vs.

replacement recommendations.


* Participate in the procurement process (approved manufacturer listing, quality assurance, exchanger specifications, etc.) for heat exchangers.


* Develop or provide input for fixed equipment reliability strategies.


* Own and communicate the exchanger program results and measures to help influence plant awareness and culture.


* Lead, or provide subject matter expertise, for investigations for fixed equipment failures and issues.


* Conduct bolted joint integrity evaluations.


* Be involved in industry organizations to stay abreast of new technology and trends related to fixed and heat exchanging equipment.


* Work in a team based environment, and be able to communicate to all levels of the organization.


* Climb ladders, stairs, and make entry into confined spaces.


* Travel up to 10% of the time.


* Working some overtime, including nights, weekends, and holidays during turnarounds and outages

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* 3 years minimum or relevant experience working within a refining, chemical, or heavy industrial environment.


* Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas: Flange and bolted joint assembly, cooling water treatment, design and evaluation of heat exchanging equipment, general fixed equipment reliability engineering or maintenance.


* Experience applying ASME/API/NBIC codes in the design, evaluation, and repair/alteration of fixed equipment.


* B.S.

degree in Mechanical or relevant engineering discipline.

What Will Put You Ahea...