Mechanical/Reliability/Project Engineer

Flint Hills Resources is a leading refining and chemicals company, producing fuels, building block chemicals, asphalt and base oils for lubricants. The company, based in Wichita, Kan., has expanded its operations through capital projects and acquisitions worth more than $3 billion since 2002. Flint Hills Resources employs more than 3,700 people who are focused on creating value for customers and society. This workforce includes plant operators, accountants, marketers, environmental, health and safety professionals and engineers, among other career types, who work in a variety of settings: corporate headquarters, terminals, refineries, chemical plants or sales offices. This growing company owns refineries and chemical plants in Alaska, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota and Texas. In addition, the company owns and operates fuel and/or asphalt terminals in Alaska, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Texas and Wisconsin. In addition to sales offices in North America, the company has a sales presence in Italy, Switzerland, Hong Kong and Belgium to serve global customers. Develop and Oversee, building on existing systems, a comprehensive mechanical integrity program that complies with PSM and API standards. Develop and oversee, building on existing systems, a comprehensive reliability improvement process including critical equipment analysis, key equipment,metrics, PM, PDM, delivering improved equipment on-stream time which in turn improves overall plant on-stream time.  Implement Koch Reliability Centered Maintenance process. Manage capital/expense projects including:  AFE/scope development/justification/financial analysis, equipment design, preparation of cost estimates, equipment installation, cost tracking, construction coordination/scheduling/compliance with EHS regulations/permits, inspections/approvals of material/time, and associated document management. Initiate and review opportunities to maximize site equipment reliability with a ficus on equipment availability, equipment downtime reduction, and maintenance cost reductions. Facilitate and participate in equipment Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA), Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) and Mean Time Between Failure Analysis (MTBF) as required. Preform continuing Risk Based Analysis (RBA) of plant assets. Prepare and review Management of Change (MOC) as required. Provide day-to-day mechanical / MI / reliability engineering support to the plant as needed. Assure compliance with all EHS procedures, OSHA/PSM regulations, FHR Cardinal Rules, etc. Ability to obtain and maintain API-510, API-570, and API-653 certification. Job Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Process Engineering. 5+ years relevant work experience. Working knowledge of plant equipment including fixed, rotating and pressure valves. Ability to work cross functionally in a team-based reliability and mechanical reliability environment. Ability to interact and communicate effectively with internal and external customers and suppliers. Strong project management and leadership skills. Compensation/Benefits Competitive wages and benefits packages commensurate with experience. For additional benefit information, go to http://www.kochcareers.com/benefits_n.asp.We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V Drug test are required, unless prohibited by state lawClick here to apply for this job http://koch.hrdpt.com/cgi-bin/pm/click.cgi?job_id=336483&site_id=35 We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V Drug tests are required, unless prohibited by state law