Position Overview

The Mechanical Engineer - Asset Improvement  will execute strategic asset programs, including mechanical, reliability and maintenance projects. As a subject matter expert in mechanical asset management within the Technology & Improvement department, the incumbent will develop and implement asset management strategies and initiatives to enhance operational performance. This role involves influencing and enabling stakeholders through effective communication, asset integrity methodologies, and comprehensive asset lifecycle support to achieve business objectives.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Develop and manage medium-long-term asset management plans for plant assets to achieve business objectives (Safe, Low Cost, Quality Production)
• Manage and update asset data in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Assist maintenance in the development of repair SOW for mechanical equipment and mechanical infrastructure.
• Supports the Maintenance Reliability Engineer in development of the mechanical asset strategies.
• Ensure the optimal reliability of the plant by effectively implementing asset management and maintenance improvement programs.
• Support reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) and risk-based inspection (RBI) programs.
• Support root cause failure analysis (RCFA) initiatives and corrective action planning for mechanical failures.
• Prepare and effectively administer budgets for projects/programs and identify opportunities for reducing costs.
• Supports Operations in project execution by completing maintainability analysis and operational readiness activities.
• Follow change management processes (e.g. drawing updates) and support of the drawing office.
• Project Management and execution of asset improvement and asset integrity projects (i.e. multi-discipline engineering)
• Review and approve all project mechanical designs.
• Completes life cycle costing analysis of plant assets to determine the optimum whole-of-life asset strategy.
• Hold influence and governance for the statutory compliance and inspection process, developing and defining methods and processes of inspection.
• Monitor quality of inspection and manage standards for compliance.
• Develop plant standards and specifications that meet or exceed industry standards.

Physical Requirements

• Must be clean-shaven in areas where facial hair would interfere with the proper fit and seal of a respirator. This includes no beards, goatees, mustaches that extend below the top lip or excessive sideburns.
• Occasionally ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, etc. and moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments
• Constant prolonged periods of remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Constantly walking long distances from one worksite to another and working in outdoor weather conditions
• Occasionally lifting or moving objects up to 20 pounds in all directions

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or higher is required.
• Minimum of 3 years in either maintenance, reliability or mechanical design engineering in an industrial environment.
• A thorough knowledge of plant operations, equipment, and processes in an industrial/chemical facility is preferred.
• Ability to present ideas, good verbal and written communication skills, and good human relations skills are required.
• Salary will be commensurate with relevant experience.

Who We Are

Tronox Holdings plc (NYSE:TROX) is the world’s leading integrated manufacturer of titanium dioxide pigment. We mine titanium-bearing mineral sands and operate upgrading facilities that produce high-grade titanium feedstock materials, pig iron and other minerals. With nearly 6,500 employees across six continents, our rich diversity, unmatched vertical integration model, and unparalleled operational and technical expertise across the value chain, position Tronox as the preeminent titanium dioxide producer in the world. We are the second largest in our industry, providing products that add brightness and durability to paints, plastics, paper and other everyday products.

At Tronox, we believe living our values allows us to create a stronger, more successful company for everyone who works with us. We care deeply about our people, and we seek to attract and retain talented individuals who share our values. These are:

• We have an uncompromising focus on operating safe, reliable and responsible facilities.
• We honor our responsibility to create value for stakeholders.
• We treat others with respect, and act with personal and organizational integrity.
• We build our organization with diverse, talented people who make a positive difference and we invest in their success.
• We are adaptable, decisive and effective.
• We are trustworthy and reliable, and we build mutually rewarding relationships.
• We share accountability and have high expectations for ourselves and one another.
• We do the right work the right way in every aspect of our business.
• We celebrate the joy of working together to accomplish great things.

Located on approximately 3,000 acres of beautiful landscape in Northeast Mississippi the Hamilton facility is Tronox's largest titanium dioxide manufacturing facility. In operation for more than 60 years, the plant continues to stand the test of time by continuously growing and developing new technologies and strategies.