About this opportunity

Applica lists this Mechanical Reliability Engineer (Port Neches) opportunity in port neches, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Mechanical Reliability Engineer

On-site

Port Neches, TX

W2 Contract via Applica

About the Role

We are seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to support a major petrochemical manufacturing facility in Port Neches, TX. This position focuses on improving the reliability, performance, and mechanical integrity of both rotating and fixed equipment throughout the plant.

Working closely with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams, you will troubleshoot equipment failures, perform root cause analyses, and develop preventative and predictive maintenance strategies to maximize equipment uptime. You will also support equipment modifications, repairs, installations, and plant turnarounds.

This is a hands-on, plant-based opportunity for an early-career Mechanical Engineer looking to expand their technical expertise and take ownership of equipment reliability within an operating facility.

About You

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) required.

2–5 years of mechanical maintenance or reliability engineering experience, preferably within a petrochemical, refining, or industrial manufacturing facility. Relevant internship experience will be considered.

Experience troubleshooting rotating and fixed equipment, including pumps, compressors, gearboxes, heat exchangers, and vessels.

Working knowledge of root cause analysis (RCA), preventative maintenance, and predictive maintenance practices.

Exposure to condition monitoring techniques such as vibration analysis, thermal scanning, or equipment performance trending.

Familiarity with CMMS systems, preferably SAP, for maintenance planning, equipment history, and work order management.

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaborate with operations and maintenance teams.

Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to develop technical expertise in a plant environment.

Ability to obtain a TWIC card and work 100% onsite in Port Neches, TX.

About the Client

The company is a global chemical manufacturer with operations across the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia, serving a wide range of markets including industrial, consumer, automotive, construction, and packaging. It is known for strong technical expertise, operational excellence, and a commitment to high-quality manufacturing standards.

Quality, safety, and sustainability are central to the organization’s operations, with a strong focus on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), robust Quality Management Systems, and continuous improvement. The company actively invests in responsible manufacturing and circular economy initiatives to support long-term, sustainable growth.

What’s on offer?

This opportunity is a long-term W2 Contract via Applica. We’ll do your payroll, provide medical, dental, vision, and 401K matching, whilst you get to work with a great client.