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Koch Industries, Inc.

Reliability Engineer

Job Location: Bel Aire, KS

Koch Pipeline Company, L.P., as an owner, operator and investor, plays a key role in the American pipeline system that delivers energy that fuels society. Koch Pipeline owns or operates about 4,000 miles of pipeline that transport crude oil, natural gas liquids, and refined products. Koch Pipeline entities also operate storage and distribution terminals in North America, and have an investment in the Trans Alaska Pipeline System. Koch Pipeline Company employees are focused on becoming the operator of choice in the communities in which they operate. Successful candidate will complete work on Mechanical & Electrical Reliability Improvement Program (MERIP), then transition the MERIP program into an ongoing Reliability Program.  Candidate will be responsible for reliability and maintenance support of mechanical and electrical/instrumentation equipment. This role will work closely with engineers, maintenance personnel and operators to improve equipment reliability within the company. Specific responsibilities will include: * Gathering and examining reliability data from field studies and databases, analyzing data to determine units posing failure risks and or determining path forward to improve equipment reliability * Analyzing the impact and costs of recommended action plans for avoiding/correcting problems during the design phase or remedial action for correcting downtime issues on installed equipment * Managing the Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation Integrity Assessment Program for the company. * Implementing and tracking reliability key performance indicators. * Developing and implementing key reliability strategies and assisting with establishing good maintenance practices. * Ensuring that all maintenance/reliability documentation is complete and accurate (Maintenance and Repair Procedures, Design Specifications, Maintenance Data) and facilitating teams of appropriate maintenance personnel to create new documentation, if required. * Reviewing engineering specifications and drawings, proposing design modifications to improve reliability within cost and other performance requirements. * Working with the KPL Leak Prevention team to identify and solve problems around station integrity.
* Minimum 6 months engineering experience. Knowledge and skills related to Equipment Reliability and Maintenance. * Bachelor of Science - Engineering * Computer experience, specifically the ability to use Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and proprietary databases. * Good critical and economic thinking skills * Good problem solving skills * Strong organization, analysis and computer skills * Commitment to Safety, Environmental Compliance and Equipment Reliability * Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees Preferred: * Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering * 6 months engineering experience in Reliability related aspects. * Experience with Failure Modes & Effects Analysis, Root Cause Analysis or other problem solving root cause failure analysis techniques * Experience with Maximo or other Work Management System * Maintenance and reliability background or training * Proven leadership skills  * 1+ years experience in pipeline, petro-chemical plant or refinery mechanical maintenance environment Physical Demands or Unusual Working Conditions: * Ability to work outside in hot or cold climate conditions * Ability to climb steps, ladders, or tanks * Ability to wear flame retardant clothing (i.e. Nomex) when required * Ability to wear required PPE while working, including at minimum a hard hat, safety glasses and heeled, safety toed work boots * Position requires a valid driver's license 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

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Koch Industries, Inc.



 
 
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